When U2 launches their Las Vegas residency Friday night, one band member will be notably absent: drummer Larry Mullen Jr. Even though he’s been with U2 since the band’s inception, Mullen will not be behind the kit when the legendary Irish rockers christen the state-of-the-art MSG Sphere venue. The decision came down to the drummer’s health and […]
The 1970s was a tumultuous time, full of upheaval on many fronts, from the end of the Vietnam War to the dawn of personal computers. It makes sense that its music had a similar helter-skelter feel. The early ’70s were a musical melting pot where genres like rock, reggae, funk, and pop could coexist. Ingenuity […]
According to Bono, U2‘s first rehearsal at the brand-new Sphere in Las Vegas “didn’t go very well.” “Thank you for asking, though,” Bono joked to CBS News‘ Anthony Mason. The singer described the rehearsal as “horrible,” to which the Edge added comfortingly, “It wasn’t that bad.” U2 is scheduled to perform the first show of their new residency, […]
Bruce Springsteen has pushed his remaining 2023 tour dates to next year after previously postponing his September shows to receive treatment for peptic ulcer disease. A statement on his social media noted that he “has continued to recover steadily from peptic ulcer disease over the past few weeks and will continue treatment through the rest of […]
Paul Rodgers revealed that he’s suffered through 13 strokes in the past seven years. The Bad Company singer detailed his health woes during an interview on CBS Mornings. During the appearance, Rodgers reported that he went through 11 “minor strokes” and two major ones – one in 2016 and another in 2019. It was the latter health scare […]
A star-studded tribute to Procol Harum’s late singer and pianist Gary Brooker will take place on Dec. 4, featuring performances by Eric Clapton, Queen’s Roger Taylor, Genesis’ Mike Rutherford and more. “Remembering Gary Brooker” will be held at the G Live arts center in Guildford, England. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Thursday. You […]
Live Nation, the world’s largest concert promoter, has announced a new program to help support touring musicians. The initiative is called On the Road Again, inspired by Willie Nelson’s classic 1980 single of the same name. Beginning immediately, all artists playing at Live Nation-owned and -operated clubs – opening acts and headliners – will receive a $1,500 […]
Journey has announced dates for their 50th Anniversary Freedom Tour 2024 featuring special guest Toto. The trek will make its way through 30 North American cities, beginning Feb. 9 in Biloxi, Missouri, and ending April 29 in Bridgeport, Connecticut. “We are looking forward to hitting the road again with our very good friends Toto,” Journey guitarist […]
Stevie Nicks has extended her tour into 2024, announcing eight new dates for next year. Her first 2024 date will take place on Feb. 10 in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and then continue through March 9 in Arlington, Texas. You can see a complete list of shows below. Tickets will be available starting Sept. 29. Stevie Nicks […]
Terry Kirkman, founding member of the ‘60s folk-rock group the Association, has died at the age of 83. The singer’s family confirmed his passing to the Los Angeles Times, noting his death was due to congestive heart failure following a long illness. A post on the Association’s Facebook page read: “We’re saddened to report that […]