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Aerosmith, John Lennon producer Jack Douglas dead at 80

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

Legendary music producer Jack Douglas, who worked with such artists as John Lennon and Aerosmith, passed away at 80. The news was confirmed by his family in a statement on Facebook."He passed away peacefully on Monday night," read the post.... Read More.

Paul McCartney reportedly turned down Netflix roast

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

Paul McCartney has always seemed to have a good sense of humor, but evidently he doesn't necessarily want to hear people making jokes about him.Comedian Jeff Ross, who executive produces Netflix's roast franchise, including the recent roast of comedian Kevin Hart, tells Read More.

Author says new Stevie Nicks-themed book ‘Lessons & Lace’ collects the ‘wisdom’ the singer has shared

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

One day Stevie Nicks will write a memoir, but until then we can make do with Lessons & Lace, a biography of the two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer that's due out Sept. 15.Written by Rachel Brodsky, the book,... Read More.

Billy Idol to play 2026 Ohana Festival

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

Billy Idol is set to play the 2026 Ohana Festival, the annual music festival curated by Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder.This year's fest is taking place Sept. 25-27 at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point, California. Idol is confirmed to play opening night of... Read More.

Gene Simmons announces Legends of Rock Expo with Geezer Butler, Stewart Copeland, Dave Davies and more

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

KISS' Gene Simmons has enlisted some of his rock star friends for a new Las Vegas fan experience.The rocker has just announced details for the Gene Simmons' Legends of Rock Expo, taking place Sept. 25-27 at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino.The weekend... Read More.

Roger Daltrey announces what may be his last solo tour of the US

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

While The Who may have said farewell to the U.S. with their 2025 tour, frontman Roger Daltrey isn't giving up the road just yet.The 82-year-old Daltrey just announced a run of solo U.S. shows - dubbed A Great Night Out - his first solo... Read More.

On This Day, May 12, 2017: U2 kicks off ‘The Joshua Tree’ 30th anniversary tour

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

On This Day, May 12, 2017...To celebrate the 30th anniversary of their #1 album The Joshua Tree, U2 kicked off a world tour in Vancouver, Canada.The tour had the band playing the 1987 album in order in its entirety, which included the live debut... Read More.

Bonnie Tyler’s rep shoots down rumors regarding her health

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

Bonnie Tyler's rep is shooting down recent reports regarding her health."As of this morning Bonnie remains seriously ill but stable in hospital in Faro, however her Doctors are still positive that she will make a full recovery," reads the statement provided to ABC Audio.... Read More.

Journey extends Final Frontier Tour through the fall

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

Journey has added a new fall leg to their Final Frontier Tour.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers have announced 40 new North American dates, beginning Sept. 12 in Los Angeles. The new leg will make stops in San Diego, Phoenix, Seattle, Chicago, Orlando,... Read More.

Paul McCartney set out to do something ‘different’ with ‘The Boys of Dungeon Lane’

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

Paul McCartney is getting ready to release his new album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane, which was produced by Andrew Watt, the producer behind The Rolling Stones' 2023 album, Hackney Diamonds, and their upcoming release, Foreign Tongues.Dungeon Lane has McCartney in a reflective mood,... Read More.

Classic Hits

Aerosmith, John Lennon producer Jack Douglas dead at 80

Paul McCartney reportedly turned down Netflix roast

Author says new Stevie Nicks-themed book ‘Lessons & Lace’ collects the ‘wisdom’ the singer has shared

Billy Idol to play 2026 Ohana Festival

Gene Simmons announces Legends of Rock Expo with Geezer Butler, Stewart Copeland, Dave Davies and more

Roger Daltrey announces what may be his last solo tour of the US

On This Day, May 12, 2017: U2 kicks off ‘The Joshua Tree’ 30th anniversary tour

Bonnie Tyler’s rep shoots down rumors regarding her health

Journey extends Final Frontier Tour through the fall

Paul McCartney set out to do something ‘different’ with ‘The Boys of Dungeon Lane’

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