Classic Hits Archives - Akamai Daily News

Lou Gramm drops second single from upcoming solo album, ‘Released’

Friday, February 20 by ABC News

Lou Gramm has shared another preview of his upcoming solo album, Released.The former Foreigner frontman has dropped the new track "Long Hard Look," the second single from the record following "Young Love."The song, written by Gramm and his former Black... Read More.

On This Day, Feb. 20, 1974: Steely Dan released ‘Pretzel Logic’

Friday, February 20 by ABC News

On This Day, Feb. 20, 1974 ...Steely Dan released their third studio album, Pretzel Logic, which was the last to feature the full lineup of Donald Fagen, Walter Becker, Denny Dias, Jim Hodder and Jeff "Skunk" Baxter. Future albums would be recorded by Becker,... Read More.

Steve Perry denies rumors he’ll join Journey on farewell tour

Friday, February 20 by ABC News

Former Journey frontman Steve Perry is putting to rest rumors that he was thinking about joining Journey on their upcoming Final Frontier tour, which has already been announced as their farewell tour."I've been hearing these recent rumors, and I wanted to speak to you... Read More.

Zak Starkey talks relationship with The Who as he readies one-man show

Friday, February 20 by ABC News

Drummer Zak Starkey is set to take the stage at New York's Gramercy Theatre Friday for a one-man show, Zak Starkey ... Who?: An Evening of Drums and Conversation. He'll take fans through his life and career, which will likely include his almost 30... Read More.

Joni Mitchell’s Juno Lifetime Achievement Award tribute to feature Sarah McLachlan and Allison Russell

Friday, February 20 by ABC News

Joni Mitchell is getting the Lifetime Achievement Award at Canada's 2026 Juno Awards, and the artists who will help celebrate her have just been announced.Fellow Canadian singers Sarah McLachlan and Allison Russell will pay tribute to Mitchell with a performance at the award show,... Read More.

Late AC/DC frontman Bon Scott’s 80th birthday to be marked by events, new merch and more

Thursday, February 19 by ABC News

Original AC/DC frontman Bon Scott would have turned 80 this year, and the Bon Scott estate, along with its exclusive licensing/merchandising partner Perryscope Productions, has announced lots of plans to celebrate the milestone.The official Scott YouTube channel will offer new... Read More.

Eagles to show off ‘Their Greatest Hits 1971-75’ quadruple Diamond certification in Las Vegas

Thursday, February 19 by ABC News

The Eagles' compilation album Their Greatest Hits 1971-75 was awarded a quadruple Diamond certification by the Recording Industry Association of America in January, and the band is so proud of the accomplishment that they are showing it off.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers... Read More.

Paul McCartney, Paul Mescal attend London screening of ‘Man on the Run’

Thursday, February 19 by ABC News

Paul McCartney was in attendance Wednesday night at a special star-studded London screening of his upcoming documentary, Man on the Run, which looks at McCartney's life following the breakup of The Beatles, including the formation of his band Wings.Also in attendance was the film's... Read More.

Full Milwaukee Summerfest lineup announced

Thursday, February 19 by ABC News

The full lineup for the 2026 Milwaukee Summerfest has just been announced. The festival takes place over three weekends - June 18-20, June 25-27 and July 2-4 - across multiple venues.Artists performing at this year's Summerfest, some of whom were previously announced, include David... Read More.

Queen announces expanded reissue of sophomore album, ‘Queen II’

Thursday, February 19 by ABC News

After months of teases from guitarist Brian May, Queen has finally revealed details of the upcoming reissue of their sophomore album, Queen II.The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band is set to celebrate the record with the release of a remixed, remastered and... Read More.

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