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Autographed Paul McCartney book found at charity shop auctioned off

Wednesday, July 1 by ABC News

A donated copy of Paul McCartney's 1976 book In His Own Words turned out to be a lucky find for a charity shop in the U.K.The BBC reports that the manager of the Oxfam shop in Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, Wales, found... Read More.

Highlights from the David Bowie archive to go on tour in the UK

Wednesday, July 1 by ABC News

Items from the David Bowie archive went on display in September at the David Bowie Center, part of the Victoria & Albert Museum in London. Now the V&A has announced that highlights from that exhibit are going on tour in the U.K. David Bowie:... Read More.

Victor Willis, Village People lead singer, dies at 74

Wednesday, July 1 by ABC News

Village People lead singer Victor Willis, whose onstage costumes and catchy songs - including "YMCA," "In the Navy" and "Macho Man" - made the group a household name far beyond the disco era, died on Tuesday, the band said in a Read More.

On This Day, July 1, 2007: Elton John, Rod Stewart perform at Concert for Diana in London

Wednesday, July 1 by ABC News

On This Day, July 1, 2007...Elton John and Rod Stewart were among the acts who performed at the Concert for Diana at the newly opened Wembley Stadium in London.The concert was a celebration of Princess Diana, who would have turned 46 that year, hosted... Read More.

Bryan Adams declares Canada will never be the ’51st State’ on new song

Wednesday, July 1 by ABC News

Wednesday is Canada Day, and Bryan Adams is celebrating with the release of a new patriotic song.The Canadian rocker just released the track "51st State," which appears to be a response to President Donald Trump's suggestion that Canada should become... Read More.

Phil Collen on what to expect from Def Leppard’s next album

Wednesday, July 1 by ABC News

Def Leppard guitarist Phil Collen is giving fans some insight into the band's next record.During an interview with the Thunder Underground podcast, Collen discussed the new album they've been working on. He notes that their latest single, "Rejoice," which was... Read More.

Rush postpones two Fifty Something shows due to Geddy Lee’s illness

Wednesday, July 1 by ABC News

Rush was forced to postpone two shows on their Fifty Something tour after lead singer Geddy Lee was diagnosed with laryngitis and bronchitis. The announcement came just hours before they were to take the stage at Dickies Arena in Forth Worth, Texas, on June... Read More.

Stephen Bishop set for first live performance in 7 years

Tuesday, June 30 by ABC News

Stephen Bishop is celebrating the 50th anniversary of his debut album, Careless, with his first live performance in seven years.The 74-year-old "On and On" singer will take part in an intimate evening at the Grammy Museum, which will include an acoustic performance by Bishop.... Read More.

Mick Jagger open to a Harry Styles-like residency for The Rolling Stones

Tuesday, June 30 by ABC News

Fans of The Rolling Stones are disappointed they have no plans to tour this year, but Mick Jagger insists that doesn't mean they will never play live again.In a new interview with NME, Jagger says they're not touring this year... Read More.

It’s your desire: Bananarama gives ‘Venus’ & parent album a new sound for 40th anniversary

Tuesday, June 30 by ABC News

Is it your desire to have multiple versions of Bananarama's album True Confessions? Consider your wish granted.The British trio is rolling out special versions of the album in honor of its 40th anniversary. The album features their biggest U.S. hit,... Read More.

Classic Hits

Autographed Paul McCartney book found at charity shop auctioned off

Highlights from the David Bowie archive to go on tour in the UK

Victor Willis, Village People lead singer, dies at 74

On This Day, July 1, 2007: Elton John, Rod Stewart perform at Concert for Diana in London

Bryan Adams declares Canada will never be the ’51st State’ on new song

Phil Collen on what to expect from Def Leppard’s next album

Rush postpones two Fifty Something shows due to Geddy Lee’s illness

Stephen Bishop set for first live performance in 7 years

Mick Jagger open to a Harry Styles-like residency for The Rolling Stones

It’s your desire: Bananarama gives ‘Venus’ & parent album a new sound for 40th anniversary

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