Massive itinerary includes three consecutive nights at the Hollywood Bowl. Continue reading…
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Ozzy Osbourne Had First Dibs on Weezer’s ‘Hash Pipe,’ but Passed
Song became a big hit after the Prince of Darkness' rejection. Continue reading…
Concerts Are Coming Back: Opening Night Plans for Rock’s Big Acts
As the world begins to slowly reopen, artists are making plans to return to the stage. Continue reading…
Dave Grohl Won’t Be Stoned at Rock Hall This Time
Foo Fighters frontman recalls “tripping” as he took part in Joan Jett’s induction night. Continue reading…
Robert Plant Announces 2021 U.K. Dates With New Band Saving Grace
Group, which debuted in 2019, previously postponed a 2020 U.S. trek due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue reading…
Hollywood Bowl to Split Vaccinated and Unvaccinated Fans
Iconic venue will open in July at two-thirds capacity with most tickets on sale to those who’ve had injections. Continue reading…
Paul McCartney’s Secret to Saving His Eyesight
Former Beatle learned “eye yoga” from Indian expert. Continue reading…
Rock Hall Boss Defends Its Heavy Metal Record
President Greg Harris says organization celebrates metal, even though only two bands have been inducted. Continue reading…
Rundgren, Turner, King and Foo Fighters React to HOF Inductions
This year's class marks one of the Rock Hall's most diverse group of artists. Continue reading…
KK’s Priest Share ‘Hellfire Thunderbolt’ Song, Debut LP Details
Band also features KK Downing's former Judas Priest bandmate Tim "Ripper" Owens. Continue reading…
Go-Go’s on HOF Induction: ‘We’d Gotten Used to Being Rejected’
"I was afraid to be hopeful, but when I found out we got it, I just cried until I peed my pants.” Continue reading…
2021 Rock Hall Inductees Roundtable
Our writers break down the surprises, exclusions and head-scratching decisions surrounding the new class. Continue reading…
Todd Rundgren, Foo Fighters and Randy Rhoads Honored by Rock Hall
Next class will also include Carole King and the Go-Go's, among others. Continue reading…
Elton John Covers Pet Shop Boys ‘It’s a Sin’ With Years and Years
Song was performed at the Brit Awards before being released for charity. Continue reading…
Kansas Find New ‘Intensity’ During First Post-COVID Live Show
Band was unable to rehearse together before show, founding member tells UCR in new interview. Continue reading…
Dennis DeYoung Releases Fiery New Single Featuring Tom Morello
"The Last Guitar Hero" will appear on former Styx singer's final album, '26 East, Vol. 2.' Continue reading…
Alice Cooper Leads Star-Packed 2022 Monsters of Rock Cruise
Slate of artists includes Queensryche, Tom Keifer of Cinderella, Skid Row and L.A. Guns, among many others. Continue reading…
‘Top Gun’ Soundtrack Turns 35: Take a Ride Into the Danger Zone
Album ranks among the most successful movie tie-ins of all time. Continue reading…
Megadeth Issue Statement Regarding Bassist David Ellefson
Band co-founder is in hot water following sexually tinged online exchange. Continue reading…
Nancy Wilson Announces Livestream Show With the Seattle Symphony
Performance will include Heart classics along with songs from her newly released solo debut. Continue reading…
Megadeth’s David Ellefson Explains Leaked Graphic Exchanges
He's the second-longest serving member of the group, after fellow cofounder Dave Mustaine. Continue reading…
Ann Wilson Revisits First, Pre-Heart Recordings With New Reissue
The Daybreaks' late-'60s songs will surface on a 10" vinyl LP this summer. Continue reading…
Chrissie Hynde Announces New Album of Bob Dylan Covers
'Standing in the Doorway: Chrissie Hynde Sings Bob Dylan’ will be released later this month. Continue reading…
Iron Maiden Announce New Craft Beer, Hellcat
Latest addition to band's Trooper collection of premium brews arrives later this year. Continue reading…
How ’70s U.K. Music Icons Inspired Duran Duran: Book Excerpt
The band's 1982 breakthrough album is the subject of a new volume in the acclaimed 33 1/3 series. Continue reading…
The Song Elton John Can’t Wait to Stop Playing
"I have to say, when the last show is done at the end of the tour, I will never, ever sing that song again.” Continue reading…
Underrated Nirvana: The Most Overlooked Song From Each Album
Band's catalog is small but brimming with superb tracks. Continue reading…
Three Things Alice Cooper Promises Anyone Who Joins His Band
Those with a low pain tolerance need not apply. Continue reading…
Ex Skid Row Vocalist Johnny Solinger Diagnosed With Liver Failure
"I have been hospitalized for over the last month," musician wrote on Facebook. "And prognosis is not so good." Continue reading…
Lloyd Price, Early Rock Pioneer, Dead at 88
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer's biggest hits included "Personality," "Stagger Lee" and "I'm Gonna Get Married." Continue reading…