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Songs by Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan make list of 25 most American songs of all time

Thursday, June 18 by ABC News

As America approaches its 250th anniversary, Esquire is taking a deep dive into songs that most reflect our nation.The mag has just come out with a list of the 25 most American songs of all time, with tracks by Bruce... Read More.

Report: Cher in talks to provide voice for animated film about bugs

Wednesday, June 17 by ABC News

Cher is in talks for her first film role since 2018's Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again.Deadline reports that the Oscar-winning entertainer may provide the voice for an animated Australian film called Fly Squad -- First Strike! The movie is... Read More.

Chicago pays tribute to late founding member Walter Parazaider: ‘We are forever grateful for his contributions’

Wednesday, June 17 by ABC News

Chicago has paid tribute to founding member Walter Parazaider, who passed away Wednesday after living with Alzheimer's disease. He was 81."Chicago is heartbroken to share the sad news of Walter Parazaider's passing this morning," the band writes on Instagram. "We... Read More.

Neil Young’s ‘Harvest Moon’ covered by Melvins’ Dale Crover, who appeared in original song’s video

Wednesday, June 17 by ABC News

Neil Young's tune "Harvest Moon" has been covered by Melvins' drummer Dale Crover, who has an interesting connection to the track.Crover, who was also briefly a member of Nirvana, played a role in the original tune's release over 30 years ago. You see, the... Read More.

Steve Miller announces first shows of 2026

Wednesday, June 17 by ABC News

Steve Miller has announced his first concerts of 2026.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is set to return to the Rose Theater at Lincoln Center in New York City on Oct. 9 and 10.Miller first played the Rose Theater back in 2016 and... Read More.

Aimee Mann almost turned down chance to perform with Rush on Fifty Something tour

Wednesday, June 17 by ABC News

Rush was joined by special guest Aimee Mann during the four-night opening stint of their Fifty Something tour in Los Angeles, but it turns out Mann almost said no to the gig.The singer joined the band to reprise her part on "Time Stand Still"... Read More.

On This Day, June 17, 1981: Roger Waters played his last full concert with Pink Floyd

Wednesday, June 17 by ABC News

On This Day, June 17, 1981...Pink Floyd wrapped the 31-date The Wall Tour at London's Earl's Court, the final show of a five-night stand at the venue. It was Roger Waters' last full concert with the band.The tour launched in February 1980 in support... Read More.

Chicago founding member Walter Parazaider dies at 81

Wednesday, June 17 by ABC News

Walter Parazaider, founding member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band Chicago, died Wednesday at the age of 81.His death was confirmed by his daughter Felicia Parazaider on Facebook, who wrote, "My father, my hero, is gone. He... Read More.

Jon Bon Jovi says he’s ‘fully recovered’ from vocal cord surgery ahead of Forever Tour

Wednesday, June 17 by ABC News

Bon Jovi is set to launch their Forever Tour in July, their first tour since frontman Jon Bon Jovi underwent vocal cord surgery in 2022. In a new interview with People, the rocker is letting fans know he's ready to... Read More.

Genesis’ Steve Hackett teams with Marillion’s Steve Rothery for new album

Wednesday, June 17 by ABC News

Former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett has teamed with Steve Rothery, the original guitarist for progressive rock band Marillion, for a brand-new instrumental album, The Roaring Waves.The album, being released Aug. 28, is made up of seven songs that are described in a statement as... Read More.

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