Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels came to Keith Richards’ defense back in 1978, testifying as a character witness in the Rolling Stones guitarist’s Canadian drug trial where Richards faced possible life imprisonment for heroin possession. Richards, who was severely struggling with addiction at the time, managed to avoid jail time with Michaels’ support, who…… read more »
During a new interview with Joe Rock of Long Island radio station WBAB, former Guns N’ Roses drummer Matt Sorum said that Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler is unlikely to ever tour again. The legendary rock singer suffered a severe vocal cord injury in 2023, which led to the band’s retirement announcement in 2024. Hope was…… read more »
Blink-182’s Mark Hoppus is auctioning off his Banksy painting, “Crude Oil (Vettriano),” which is expected to sell for up to $6.3 million at Sotheby’s London on March 4. The musician plans to donate a portion of the proceeds from the sale to the California Fire Foundation, the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, and Cedars Sinai Hematology…… read more »
During Pantera’s European tour stop at Adidas Arena in Paris on February 15, Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson surprised fans by making a guest appearance and joining the metal legend’s for a rendition of their 1993 hit, “Walk.” Before Pantera launched into the song, frontman Phil Anselmo announced to the crowd that Dickinson was in attendance…… read more »
Dropkick Murphys and Bad Religion have announced their first-ever co-headlining US tour for Summer 2025. The Summer of Discontent Tour will feature support from the Mainliners on all dates, and kicks off on July 22 in Spokane, Washington, and finishes on August 17 in Big Flats, New York, making stops in cities like Reno, Sacramento,…… read more »
During a panel at the Sanremo Music Festival in Italy, Duran Duran bassist John Taylor expressed his belief that bands are disappearing from the contemporary music scene. Taylor noted the dominance of solo artists in the major categories at the Grammys this year to support his claim. “[The] day of the group is almost gone,”…… read more »
Compelling Pictures has partnered with Roy Orbison’s family to develop both a biopic and documentary on the life of the legendary singer, who was known for hits like “Oh, Pretty Woman,” “Crying,” and “Only the Lonely.” The film is tentatively titled You Got It, and the picture will focus on the Rock and Roll Hall…… read more »
Guns N’ Roses, Tool, and Jason Momoa have been added to the star-studded lineup for Black Sabbath’s final reunion concert, set for July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, England. Aquaman star Momoa will host the event, with Rage Against the Machine’s Tom Morello serving as musical director. Ozzy Osbourne’s official Instagram revealed the lineup…… read more »
On late Sunday night (February 16), Sabrina Carpenter wowed guests at SNL’s 50th Anniversary Afterparty at The Plaza Hotel in New York City. The Grammy-winning singer delivered impressive performances of “Miss You” by the Rolling Stones and “Like A Virgin” by Madonna, before she was joined on stage by actresses Jenna Ortega, Emma Stone, and…… read more »
Blink-182 headlined a benefit concert for Los Angeles wildfire relief at the Hollywood Palladium on Thursday night (February 13). During their rousing set, Blink-182 reunited with former member Matt Skiba from Alkaline Trio, who opened the show. Skiba joined his one-time band onstage for “Bored to Death” from their 2016 album, California. In their 22-song…… read more »