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Elton John launches non-alcoholic sparkling wine, Elton John Zero

Thursday, January 8 by ABC News

Elton John is getting into the non-alcoholic booze biz.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and his husband, David Furnish, have launched Elton John Zero, described on social media as a "meticulously crafted 0% alcohol and 100% delightful Blanc de... Read More.

On This Day, Jan. 8, 2016: David Bowie released his final album, ‘Blackstar’

Thursday, January 8 by ABC News

On This Day, Jan. 8, 2016 ...David Bowie released his 25th album, Blackstar, to coincide with his 69th birthday.The record, produced by longtime producer Tony Visconti, wound up being Bowie's final release, as it came out just two days before his death from liver... Read More.

Jimi Hendrix improvisational recordings part of new Third Man Records Vault release

Thursday, January 8 by ABC News

The legendary Jimi Hendrix is the latest artist to be featured as part of Third Man Records' archival audio series, The Vault.The label, founded by The White Stripes' Jack White, is set to release Jimi Hendrix's Valley of Jams 1969-1970, featuring previously released improvisational... Read More.

Freddie Mercury’s 80th birthday celebration announced

Thursday, January 8 by ABC News

Queen frontman Freddie Mercury would have turned 80 in 2026, and the milestone won't be overlooked.As in previous years, the rocker's birthday will be celebrated at the Official Freddie Mercury Birthday Party. The 2026 edition will be held Sept. 5, Mercury's actual birthday, at... Read More.

Pink Floyd’s ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’ approaching new ‘Billboard’ 200 milestone

Wednesday, January 7 by ABC News

Pink Floyd is close to reaching a huge milestone on the Billboard 200 chart.The band's iconic album The Dark Side of the Moon recently landed its 996th nonconsecutive week on the Billboard 200 albums chart, meaning it's only four weeks... Read More.

Yes releases remastered single edit of ‘The Ancient’ from Tales from ‘Topographic Oceans’

Wednesday, January 7 by ABC News

Yes is giving fans another preview of their upcoming super-deluxe reissue of 1973's Tales from Topographic Oceans.The band has just released the 2026 remastered single edit of "The Ancient (Giants Under the Sun)," described in a press release as being... Read More.

Eagles and Dead & Company among nominees for 2026 ‘Pollstar’ Awards

Wednesday, January 7 by ABC News

Eagles and Dead & Company are among the nominees for the 2026 Pollstar Awards.Both bands are in the running for residency of the year, with each recognized for stints at Sphere Las Vegas. Eagles played 28 shows at the Sphere in 2025, while Dead... Read More.

Sting honored with ‘Bass Magazine’s’ Lifetime Achievement Award

Wednesday, January 7 by ABC News

Sting has been honored with Bass Magazine's Lifetime Achievement Award.While the magazine's 2026 awards ceremony will take place Jan. 22 in Santa Ana, California, the mag presented Sting with his award earlier in New York, sharing the moment in a video Read More.

Goo Goo Dolls react to Buffalo Bills playing ‘Iris’ during last game at home stadium

Wednesday, January 7 by ABC News

If you know only two things about Goo Goo Dolls, it's probably that their biggest hit is "Iris" and that they're from Buffalo, New York. Those two things converged on Jan. 4, when the Buffalo Bills played their final game at their hometown venue,... Read More.

On This Day, Jan. 7, 2020: Rush drummer Neil Peart passed away

Wednesday, January 7 by ABC News

On This Day, Jan. 7, 2020 ...Rush drummer Neil Peart passed away following a battle with glioblastoma, a form of brain cancer. He was 67. Peart had been diagnosed with the disease over three years earlier but kept his condition a secret from the... Read More.

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