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Billy Idol calls Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction a ‘tremendous honor’

Tuesday, April 14 by ABC News

Billy Idol is reacting to the news that he is a member of the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of inductees.Idol was chosen on his second nomination to the Rock Hall, and will be inducted with his longtime guitarist and collaborator... Read More.

On This Day, April 14, 1979: The Doobie Brothers hit #1 with ‘What A Fool Believes’

Tuesday, April 14 by ABC News

On This Day, April 14, 1979...The Doobie Brothers landed their second #1 single with "What A Fool Believes." They first hit #1 in 1974 with the single "Black Water."Written by Michael McDonald and Kenny Loggins, the song was originally recorded and released by Loggins... Read More.

The Police’s ‘Roxanne’ joins the Spotify Billions Club

Monday, April 13 by ABC News

The classic Police tune "Roxanne" is the latest track to join the Spotify Billions Club.The news was announced on the band's Instagram account, with the post noting, "It's official! Roxanne has reached the fantastic milestone of 1 Billion streams on... Read More.

Duran Duran announces new song, ‘Free To Love,’ featuring Nile Rodgers

Monday, April 13 by ABC News

Looks like Duran Duran fans are about to get some new music.The band announced on Instagram that they'll be releasing a new song, "Free To Love," on April 23, with the post noting that producer Nile Rodgers is involved.Duran Duran... Read More.

John Fogerty adds Canadian dates to his 2026 Legacy Tour

Monday, April 13 by ABC News

John Fogerty has added some Canadian dates to his 2026 The Legacy Tour.The "Fortunate Son" rocker has added three shows in Ontario to his schedule: Aug. 20 in Windsor, Aug. 21 in Toronto and Aug. 22 in Rama.The tour has Fogerty celebrating songs from... Read More.

Phil Collins, Billy Idol among the 2026 Rock Hall inductees

Monday, April 13 by ABC News

Phil Collins, Billy Idol, Iron Maiden and Oasis are among the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees, announced Monday during the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame-themed episode of American Idol.Also getting into the Rock Hall this year are new wave pioneers... Read More.

Foreigner announces special acoustic Las Vegas show

Monday, April 13 by ABC News

Foreigner is returning to Las Vegas for a very special show.The band has announced they'll play a special acoustic concert, Foreigner The Hits Unplugged, on Sept. 16 at The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas.The concert is a chance for fans to... Read More.

On This Day, April 13, 1974: Paul McCartney and Wings hit #1 with ‘Band on the Run’

Monday, April 13 by ABC News

On This Day, April 13, 1974 ...Paul McCartney and his band Wings hit #1 with their third studio album, Band on the Run.The album included two hit singles, the title track and "Jet." It went to #1 in the U.S. and the U.K. and... Read More.

Chrissie Hynde says Pretenders are ‘putting songs together’ for next album

Monday, April 13 by ABC News

The Pretenders' Chrissie Hynde is giving fans an update on the band's next album.In a new letter posted on social media, Hynde tells fans that she's been enjoying spring, but also keeping busy, revealing that she and Pretenders guitarist James... Read More.

Classic Hits

Billy Idol calls Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction a ‘tremendous honor’

On This Day, April 14, 1979: The Doobie Brothers hit #1 with ‘What A Fool Believes’

The Police’s ‘Roxanne’ joins the Spotify Billions Club

Duran Duran announces new song, ‘Free To Love,’ featuring Nile Rodgers

John Fogerty adds Canadian dates to his 2026 Legacy Tour

Phil Collins, Billy Idol among the 2026 Rock Hall inductees

Foreigner announces special acoustic Las Vegas show

On This Day, April 13, 1974: Paul McCartney and Wings hit #1 with ‘Band on the Run’

Chrissie Hynde says Pretenders are ‘putting songs together’ for next album

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