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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.

Melissa Etheridge launching the R.I.S.E. Summit to explore new treatments for addiction

Tuesday, June 30 by ABC News

Melissa Etheridge's current album is called Rise, but in November, it'll also stand for "Research, Innovation, Science, and Education."Melissa will launch the first R.I.S.E. Summit, which is being hosted by her charity, the Etheridge Foundation, on Nov. 12 in Irvine, California. She established it... Read More.

KISS celebrating 50th anniversary of iconic Anaheim show with first official release of performance

Tuesday, June 30 by ABC News

KISS is set to celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of their historic concerts, releasing it for the first time as a live album.The band will release KISS Destroys Anaheim '76 on Aug. 21. It's a recording of their Aug. 20, 1976, Anaheim Stadium... Read More.

Peter Gabriel celebrates strawberry moon with the release of ‘I Belong to the Sky’

Tuesday, June 30 by ABC News

To coincide with Tuesday's strawberry moon, Peter Gabriel is treating fans to yet another new song.The two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer has released the new track "I Belong to the Sky" from his upcoming album, o/i, the follow-up... Read More.

On This Day, June 30, 1973: George Harrison bumped Paul McCartney out of the #1 spot on the Hot 100

Tuesday, June 30 by ABC News

On This Day, June 30, 1973...George Harrison hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with "Give Me Love (Give Me Peace on Earth)," from his #1 album Living in the Material World.The song actually bumped the Paul McCartney & Wings hit "My Love" from... Read More.

Bob Dylan’s tour going through a guitarist shake-up

Monday, June 29 by ABC News

Bob Dylan's current tour seems to be going through a bit of a band shake-up, and now one of his guitarists is speaking out about his departure.Guitarist Bob Britt is responding to reports in the press about his departure from the tour, which began... Read More.

Classic Hits

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

Melissa Etheridge launching the R.I.S.E. Summit to explore new treatments for addiction

KISS celebrating 50th anniversary of iconic Anaheim show with first official release of performance

Peter Gabriel celebrates strawberry moon with the release of ‘I Belong to the Sky’

On This Day, June 30, 1973: George Harrison bumped Paul McCartney out of the #1 spot on the Hot 100

Bob Dylan’s tour going through a guitarist shake-up

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