Summer 2026 Preview: Rock's 85 Biggest Tours
The summer 2026 rock touring calendar is dominated by high‑profile reunions and farewell runs. Rush will hit the road for the first time since drummer Neil Peart’s death, the Black Crowes are reuniting, and Triumph returns with its classic trio. Legacy acts such as Journey, Rod Stewart and the Eagles are wrapping up farewell legs, while AC/DC, the B‑52s, Bon Jovi and Guns N’ Roses keep their schedules intact. In contrast, Neil Young and Yes have pulled their European dates, citing personal breaks and a required surgery for guitarist Steve Howe.
Why the Rolling Stones' 'Black and Blue' Divided Fans
In April 1976 the Rolling Stones released *Black and Blue*, an album that marked a stark stylistic shift toward funk, soul, and reggae after a string of classic rock records. The record arrived amid internal turmoil, including Mick Taylor’s departure...
Slayer to Play 'Reign in Blood' In Full at 2 Upcoming 2026 Shows
Slayer will celebrate the 40th anniversary of their seminal thrash‑metal album *Reign in Blood* with two U.S. headline concerts in 2026. The first show is slated for Sept. 4 at Mystic Lake Amphitheater in Shakopee, Minnesota, and the second for Nov. 13...
The Cure Albums Ranked Worst to Best
Rolling Stone’s Michael Gallucci ranks all 13 of The Cure’s studio albums, placing 1989’s *Disintegration* at the summit and 1984’s *The Top* at the bottom. The list traces the band’s journey from post‑punk debut *Three Imaginary Boys* through the gothic...
How Thomas Dolby Is Updating His ‘80s Past
Thomas Dolby has launched the Iconic ’80s Recollections tour, backed by former David Bowie bassist Gail Dorsey and multi‑instrumentalist Andrew Lipke. The U.S. leg runs through April 19, after which a European swing begins May 15 in Manchester and concludes May 29 in...
How Dan Fogelberg Made His Secret Dream Come True
Dan Fogelberg, fresh off the 1984 album *Windows and Walls* and the bluegrass‑leaning *High Country Snows*, staged a covert two‑week blues tour under the alias Frankie and the Aliens, playing Colorado dive bars before revealing his identity at a packed...
Who Are the 'Big 4' Of New Wave?
Ultimate Classic Rock identified Talking Heads, The Cure, The Police, and The Cars as the “Big 4” of new wave. The selection criteria emphasized artistic merit, commercial success, influence on peers, and enduring legacy. Each group represents a distinct facet of...
Watch Alice Cooper Cover Nirvana at 2026 Tour Kickoff
Veteran shock‑rock icon Alice Cooper kicked off his Alice’s Attic spring 2026 tour in San Antonio with a high‑energy set that blended classic hits, pop‑metal anthems, and theatrical stagecraft. The performance featured a surprise cover of Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen...
The Day Joey Ramone Died
Joey Ramone, frontman of the pioneering punk band the Ramones, died on April 15, 2001 at age 49 after a prolonged battle with lymphatic cancer. His health struggles began early, including a spinal tumor and an OCD diagnosis, and he...
Awesome Car Features From the '80s That We Miss
The article revisits 17 iconic car features from the 1980s—manual windows, pop‑up headlights, chrome door latches, analog gauges, and foot‑operated switches—arguing they offer a more engaging driving experience than today’s touchscreen‑dominated interiors. It cites a recent Wired report that automakers...
Mike Campbell's Dirty Knobs Announce New LP, 'Mission of Mercy'
Mike Campbell and the Dirty Knobs announced their third studio album, Mission of Mercy, slated for release on June 12, 2026. Produced by George Drakoulias and Martin Pradler, the record features guest vocals from Kate Pierson of the B‑52’s and country singer Morgane Stapleton. The...
Watch Paul Stanley Perform 'Detroit Rock City' At Kiss Fan Expo
Paul Stanley, the iconic frontman of Kiss, took the stage at the 2026 Indy Kiss Fan Expo in Indianapolis, delivering a surprise rendition of “Detroit Rock City” alongside Todd Kerns, Brent Fitz and others. This marks only the second live performance by...
The Oasis Hit Written and Recorded in a Single Day
Oasis’s debut single “Supersonic” was written, recorded and mixed in roughly 11 hours during a December 1993 studio session in Liverpool. Noel Gallagher sketched the song in about ten minutes while the band waited for a Chinese takeaway, and the...
10 TV Shows From Your Childhood You Won’t Believe Were Real
The article lists ten obscure TV series from the 1970s‑1990s that many viewers have forgotten actually existed, ranging from the animal‑shapeshifting crime drama *Manimal* to the musical police show *Cop Rock*. Each entry notes the show’s premise, brief run, and...
Watch the Black Crowes’ New Cover of Rolling Stones’ ‘Star Star'
The Black Crowes teamed with country‑rock outfit Whiskey Myers to record a gritty cover of the Rolling Stones’ 1973 track “Star Star,” debuting the video ahead of their Southern Hospitality summer tour. The tour, kicking off May 17 in Austin, will span...