A previously unreleased version of the Who‘s classic “I Can’t Explain” by David Bowie has been unveiled ahead of the June 14 release of the upcoming Bowie box Rock ‘n’ Roll Star! The song, recorded in 1972 during the sessions for Bowie’s star-making The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars album, is […]
Duff McKagan has announced a string of solo U.S. tour dates to coincide with today’s release of his new double live album, Tenderness: Live in Los Angeles. The U.S. leg of the Lighthouse tour — named after his 2023 solo album — launches on Nov. 4 in Boston and concludes on Nov. 20 in Seattle. Tickets […]
Michael McDonald has detailed his failed attempt to “make some easy money” by selling cocaine. It was the ‘70s and McDonald was a member of Steely Dan’s touring band, while also providing backing vocals on their albums. The rockers’ common interests extended beyond music, as they were also frequent cocaine users at the time. In […]
Eric Clapton has expressed support for Roger Waters‘ to voice his outspoken political views. Waters has been accused multiple times over years of making alleged antisemitic remarks and actions at his concerts. In 2023, he drew criticism for wearing a Nazi-like costume during his performance in Berlin, which prompted an investigation by the German police. Additionally, his concert in Frankfurt, Germany, […]
Cher has won a lawsuit against Mary Bono, the widow of Sonny Bono, stemming from a dispute over Sonny & Cher royalties. Sonny & Cher were one of the most popular duos in America during the ‘60s and ‘70s, scoring famous hits like “Baby Don’t Go,” “The Beat Goes On” and “I Got You Babe,” […]
Geezer Butler says he isn’t planning a sequel to his 2023 memoir Into the Void: From Birth to Black Sabbath – and Beyond. That’s mainly because he wants to avoid legal action. Brian Posehn asked about his plans during a Colorado event dubbed Filling the Void. “Um, it depends if I’m gonna get sued or […]
Michael Anthony has detailed a memorable – and bizarre – early touring experience, when he watched Ozzy Osbourne light his Black Sabbath bandmate Bill Ward on fire. It was 1978 when Van Halen, then one of rock’s fastest rising acts, was touring with Black Sabbath. “We had the best time opening up for Black Sabbath,” Anthony […]
Dead & Company have added six more shows to their 2024 residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas. They’ll now play concerts on Aug. 1, 2, 3, 8, 9 and 10. You can view a complete list of show dates – with the newly added ones in bold — below. According to a press release, […]
In 1980, Don Henley was practically certain that Eagles would never reunite, famously telling a reporter that they would get back together “when hell freezes over.” In July of that year, the band came to a dramatic end at a show in Long Beach, California, where Don Felder and Glenn Frey butted heads so severely there was nearly a physical altercation. As Henley would […]
The Black Keys drew criticism from some fans after canceling their American arena tour without notice. Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney had made no announcement when ticket outlets withdrew ads and posted call-off notices for the duo’s International Players tour. Upset followers accused the band of having set unrealistic prices, with tickets costing between $100 […]