Steve Lukather Offers Details on Archival Van Halen Album
Steve Lukather, famed Toto guitarist, is co‑producing a new Van Halen album that will rely heavily on archival recordings left by the late Eddie Van Halen. The vault material includes finished tracks where Eddie plays both guitar and bass, and Lukather will not contribute any guitar parts or "Toto fingerprints." Lukather’s role is limited to technical guidance, mixing assistance, and quality control for Alex Van Halen’s project. The release could also feature Wolfgang Van Halen, adding a familial link to the unfinished catalog.
Why Sammy Hagar Waited to Play the Best of All Worlds Tour
Sammy Hagar’s Best of All Worlds tour returns in June after a year‑long evolution that included Las Vegas residencies and a revamped lineup. Drummer Kenny Aronoff and keyboardist Nathan Mercado have replaced Jason Bonham and Rai Thistlethwayte, while the setlist now rotates five to seven...
The 'Big 4' Of Tom Petty Albums
Tom Petty’s career is anchored by four landmark albums that defined his evolution from a modest debut to a solo icon. The 1976 self‑titled debut eventually climbed to No. 55 in the U.S. after a stronger showing in the U.K., while...
Pantera Plays First Show of 2026: Video, Set List
Pantera kicked off 2026 by opening for Metallica at Frankfurt’s Deutsche Bank Park, delivering an 11‑song set dominated by tracks from 1992’s *Vulgar Display of Power* and 1994’s *Far Beyond Driven*. The lineup featured Phil Anselmo, Rex Brown, Zakk Wylde and guest drummer Charlie Benante,...
Watch Iron Maiden Perform Classic Tune for First Time in 38 Years
Iron Maiden opened the 2026 leg of its Run for Your Lives World Tour in Athens, Greece, marking the start of a European sweep that celebrates the band’s 50th anniversary. While the set list mirrored last year’s, frontman Bruce Dickinson...
The Big Hit April Wine Struggled to Finish
April Wine’s 1981 power ballad “Just Between You and Me” became the band’s biggest U.S. hit, peaking at No. 21 on Billboard and earning the distinction of being the first Canadian rock video aired on MTV’s launch day. The track’s recording...
Osbournes Detail Plans for Interactive Ozzy Digital Avatar
The Osbourne family announced a partnership with AI‑entertainment firm Hyperreal to create an interactive digital avatar of the late Ozzy Osbourne. The avatar will mimic his voice and mannerisms, allowing fans to ask questions and receive authentic‑sounding answers. Hyperreal, known...
55 Years Ago: Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On' Wrestles With Faith
Marvin Gaye’s 1971 album “What’s Going On” broke Motown’s hit‑factory mold, channeling his personal grief, brother’s Vietnam letters, and social turmoil into a nine‑track concept record. The work tackles war, environmental decay, civil‑rights unrest, and urban poverty while delivering lush...
Yes Releases New Single 'Turnaround Situation'
British prog‑rock veterans Yes have issued their second single, “Turnaround Situation,” ahead of the June 12 release of their 24th studio album, Aurora. The track, described by vocalist Jon Davison as a confession‑to‑redemption narrative, follows the April single “Aurora.” Guitarist Steve Howe...
The Black Crowes Launch Southern Hospitality Tour: Set List
The Black Crowes opened their Southern Hospitality tour in Austin, Texas, kicking off with the new single “Profane Prophecy” from the 2026 album *A Pound of Feathers*. The 16‑song set blended classic hits, deep cuts, and fresh material, and featured...
How Ritchie Blackmore Plans to Play Live Again
Ritchie Blackmore, the former Deep Purple guitarist, halted his 2025 Blackmore’s Night tour after a severe vertigo episode compounded by heart and gout problems. In a recent interview he confirmed the health scare was akin to a stroke and explained that...
Journey Adds New 'Final Frontier' Tour Dates
Journey announced 40 new concerts for its "Final Frontier" farewell tour, extending the run from September 12 in Los Angeles to November 28 in San Francisco. Ticket sales begin May 15, with an early presale for Citi cardholders on May...
Keith Richards Dismisses Possibility of a 2026 Stones Tour
The Rolling Stones will release their new album *Foreign Tongues* on July 10, 2024, but guitarist Keith Richards ruled out a supporting tour in 2026, saying the band is focused on finishing the record. Lead singer Mick Jagger, 82, indicated he...
Lou Gramm Kicks Off 2026 Solo Tour: Set List and Video
Veteran rock vocalist Lou Gramm launched his 2026 solo tour on May 9 at the Honeywell Center in Wabash, Indiana. The 15‑song set leaned heavily on Foreigner classics, opening with “Feels Like the First Time” and closing with “Hot Blooded.” Gramm...
What to Expect From Robert Plant's 2026 Summer Tour
Robert Plant is embarking on a 2026 summer tour to promote his new album *Saving Grace*, which reached No. 4 on the U.K. charts. The itinerary starts with a South American leg in May, covering multiple cities in Argentina and Brazil, before...