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Billy Idol releases new song ‘Dying to Live’ from ‘Billy Idol Should Be Dead’ documentary

Friday, November 14 by ABC News

Billy Idol has just dropped the new song "Dying to Live," featuring composer J. Ralph. The song appears at the end of his documentary, Billy Idol Should Be Dead, which had its world premiere at the Tribeca Festival in June.The song's Read More.

War releases new version of ‘Why Can’t We Be Friends?’ with Playing For Change

Friday, November 14 by ABC News

War has teamed up with Playing For Change, a multimedia project that aims to connect the world through music, to release a new version of their iconic tune "Why Can't We Be Friends?" to mark the 50th anniversary of the... Read More.

The B-52s’ Kate Pierson releases cover of Patti Smith’s ‘People Have the Power’

Friday, November 14 by ABC News

The B-52s' Kate Pierson has released a cover of Patti Smith's classic tune "People Have the Power," featuring the teens of Uniting Voices Chicago, a nonprofit that "empowers and unites youth from diverse backgrounds to find their voice and celebrate... Read More.

Queen continues their dive into ‘A Night at the Opera’ with latest ‘Queen the Greatest’ episode

Friday, November 14 by ABC News

Queen continues to take a deep dive into their 1975 album, A Night at the Opera, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary.In the latest episode of their Queen the Greatest YouTube series, guitarist Brian May and drummer Roger Taylor look... Read More.

‘Labyrinth’, starring David Bowie, to return to theaters in January

Friday, November 14 by ABC News

One of David Bowie's most iconic films is headed back to the big screen in 2026.Fathom Entertainment has announced that Jim Henson's 1986 fantasy adventure Labyrinth has been remastered in 4K for its 40th anniversary and will return to theaters Jan. 8-11. The new... Read More.

Styx’s Dennis DeYoung is not happy with the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Friday, November 14 by ABC News

Former Styx fromtman Dennis DeYoung is calling out the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for waiting too long to induct some rock legends.In a post on Facebook, he cites the recent induction of Bad Company as an example of... Read More.

On This Day, Nov. 14, 1975: Queen launched tour in support of ‘A Night at the Opera’

Friday, November 14 by ABC News

On This Day, Nov. 14, 1975...Queen launched a new tour in support of their fourth studio album, A Night at the Opera.The tour kicked off with a two-night stand at the Empire Theatre in Liverpool, England, which, according to setlist.fm,... Read More.

Joe Walsh hopes to make a difference at annual VetsAid concert

Friday, November 14 by ABC News

Eagles guitarist Joe Walsh is set to host his ninth annual VetsAid concert on Saturday, which raises money for veteran-related causes.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is a longtime advocate for veterans issues, something that is personal to him,... Read More.

Whitesnake’s David Coverdale announces retirement

Thursday, November 13 by ABC News

David Coverdale, who found fame with Whitesnake and Deep Purple, has announced his retirement from music.In a video posted to Whitesnake's YouTube account, the 74-year-old rocker reveals that "after 50 years-plus of an incredible journey" he's decided to call it... Read More.

Short film inspired by John Lennon & Yoko Ono’s classic holiday tune sets YouTube premiere

Thursday, November 13 by ABC News

The Oscar-winning short film War Is Over!, which was inspired by John Lennon and Yoko Ono's classic holiday tune "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)," is set to premiere on YouTube.The 11-minute film, co-written by the couple's son, Sean Ono Lennon, follows a game of... Read More.

Classic Hits

Billy Idol releases new song ‘Dying to Live’ from ‘Billy Idol Should Be Dead’ documentary

War releases new version of ‘Why Can’t We Be Friends?’ with Playing For Change

The B-52s’ Kate Pierson releases cover of Patti Smith’s ‘People Have the Power’

Queen continues their dive into ‘A Night at the Opera’ with latest ‘Queen the Greatest’ episode

‘Labyrinth’, starring David Bowie, to return to theaters in January

Styx’s Dennis DeYoung is not happy with the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

On This Day, Nov. 14, 1975: Queen launched tour in support of ‘A Night at the Opera’

Joe Walsh hopes to make a difference at annual VetsAid concert

Whitesnake’s David Coverdale announces retirement

Short film inspired by John Lennon & Yoko Ono’s classic holiday tune sets YouTube premiere

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