On Thursday (February 13), Brian Setzer announced that he “cannot play guitar” due to an autoimmune disease affecting his hands. The rockabilly legend shared his health update on Instagram, revealing that “Towards the end of the last Stray Cats tour I noticed that my hands were cramping up. I’ve since discovered that I have an…… read more »
Former Eagles guitarist Don Felder is recuperating after experiencing an onstage medical emergency during a performance on the Rock Legends Cruise. The incident was brought on by severe dehydration, which caused the musician to momentarily lose his balance while performing the Eagles classic “Tequila Sunrise.” Felder was escorted offstage with assistance from his team and…… read more »
On Friday night (February 14), NBC’s SNL50: The Homecoming Concert streamed live on Peacock from Radio City Music Hall. The three-hour event celebrated the iconic sketch comedy show’s musical legacy, kicking off with host Jimmy Fallon paying homage to classic SNL with a spirited performance of the Blues Brothers’ “Soul Man.” The star-studded evening featured…… read more »
The Lumineers have announced dates and details of their extensive Automatic Tour, in support of their album of the same name that was just released on February 14. The 38-date North American leg is set to kick off on July 3 in Saratoga Springs, New York, and winds down on October 14 in Austin, Texas,…… read more »
Peter Murphy of Bauhaus and Nine Inch Nails frontman Trent Reznor have collaborated on the new track “Swoon,” which is featured on Murphy’s upcoming solo album, Silver Shade. “I am both in the state of swoon as are my audience when witnessing my live performance,” Murphy said of his new single. “Trent Reznor cordially accepted…… read more »
Props from the film A Complete Unknown will be showcased in a new exhibit titled “Stepping Into the Unknown” at the Bob Dylan and Woody Guthrie Centers in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The exhibition – presented in collaboration with Searchlight Pictures – is set to open on February 28, and marks the first time both centers will…… read more »
Jimmy Page and The Black Crowes are celebrating the 25th anniversary of their live album, Live at the Greek, with an expanded reissue which is set for release on March 14th. The new edition includes remixed and remastered versions of the original tracks from the 1999 concerts, which features a mix of Led Zeppelin classics…… read more »
On Wednesday (February 12), outspoken Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher shared his thoughts about his band receiving a nomination for the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction. Gallagher commented on Oasis’ honor on X, where the 52-year-old singer wrote dismissively, “RNR hall of fame is for WANKERS.” The Britpop legends are nominated alongside Bad…… read more »
Universal Music Group has just announced their partnership with the Music Health Alliance to launch a Music Industry Mental Health Fund. The new initiative will help provide mental health services to current and former music professionals, and serves as a response to recent industry discourse advocating for artists’ mental well-being. UMG’s fund will offer referrals,…… read more »
The Recording Academy will induct eight albums and five singles into the Grammy Hall of Fame this year, including Jay-Z’s Reasonable Doubt, Luther Vandross‘ Never Too Much, Emmylou Harris‘ Wrecking Ball, Cat Stevens‘ Tea For The Tillerman, and Santana‘s Supernatural among others. The 2025 honorees, chosen by a special committee, embody music’s cultural impact and…… read more »