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Alex Lifeson and Epiphone team up for reproduction of his 1976 ES-355 guitar

Thursday, June 11 by ABC News

While most guitarists likely don't have the talent of Rush's Alex Lifeson, they now have a chance to at least sound a little bit like him.The rocker has teamed with Epiphone for a new guitar, part of the Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom series.The... Read More.

Kenny Loggins stops by ‘The Tonight Show’ to play a medley of hits on classroom instruments

Thursday, June 11 by ABC News

Kenny Loggins stopped by The Tonight Show Wednesday, where he put a new spin on some of his classic tunes.Loggins joined host Jimmy Fallon and The Roots to perform a medley of his songs in a Classroom Instruments segment, including... Read More.

On This Day, June 11, 1988: Sting, Phil Collins & more perform at 70th birthday concert for Nelson Mandela

Thursday, June 11 by ABC News

On This Day, June 11, 1988 ...Sting, Phil Collins, Eric Clapton and Dire Straits were among the artists who performed at the 70th birthday tribute concert for anti-apartheid revolutionary Nelson Mandela.The concert took place at London's Wembley Stadium and also featured performances by Simple... Read More.

Fleetwood Mac releasing deluxe edition of 1988’s ‘Greatest Hits’ compilation

Thursday, June 11 by ABC News

Fleetwood Mac is revisiting their 1988 Greatest Hits compilation, and they've added some hits to the album.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers are set to release a deluxe edition on July 31, featuring 10 more classic tracks, including such tunes as "The Chain,"... Read More.

Grateful Dead releases ‘Viola Lee Blues’ performance from ‘Fillmore Auditorium, San Francisco, CA (7/3/66)’

Thursday, June 11 by ABC News

Grateful Dead is offering up another preview of their upcoming live album, Fillmore Auditorium, San Francisco, CA (7/3/66).The band has just released a performance of the track "Viola Lee Blues," from The Dead's 1967 self-titled debut... Read More.

Paul Stanley reveals his pick for KISS’ ‘legacy defining’ song

Wednesday, June 10 by ABC News

KISS' Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons are set to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday in New York, and ahead of the honor, Stanley talked to New York Magazine about their music.When asked which song he considers... Read More.

New box set highlights Bill Wyman’s blues rock band Rhythm Kings

Wednesday, June 10 by ABC News

A new box set dedicated to former Rolling Stones bassist Bill Wyman's '90s-era blues rock band, Rhythm Kings, is getting an October release.The set, Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings: Ultimate Collection, is made up 144 songs and includes the group's five studio albums - 1997's... Read More.

Stevie Nicks, Melissa Etheridge, Jackson Browne to perform at City of Hope’s Spirit of Life Gala

Wednesday, June 10 by ABC News

Stevie Nicks, Melissa Etheridge and Jackson Browne are confirmed to perform at the 2026 Music, Film and Entertainment Industry Spirit of Life Gala, put on by the cancer research and treatment organization City of Hope.This year's event, happening Oct. 27 at the Pacific Design... Read More.

The Rolling Stones team with Marvel for new character-inspired ‘Foreign Tongues’ variants

Wednesday, June 10 by ABC News

The Rolling Stones have announced another collaboration in connection with their upcoming album, Foreign Tongues.The latest has the rockers teaming with Marvel for five special collectible vinyl variants, all inspired by Marvel characters.Spider-Man, Captain America, Wolverine, Thor and The Hulk are the focus of... Read More.

On This Day, June 10, 1975: Eagles released their fourth studio album, ‘One Of These Nights’

Wednesday, June 10 by ABC News

On This Day, June 10, 1975...The Eagles released their fourth studio album, One Of These Nights, which is widely regarded as their commercial breakthrough.The album featured three top-10 hits: the title track, which became the band's second #1 single; Lyin' Eyes"; and "Take It... Read More.

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