David Thomas, the celebrated frontman of Pere Ubu and Rocket From the Tombs, has died at 71. The announcement of Thomas’ passing was made on Pere Ubu’s official Facebook page, which revealed that the singer died on Wednesday (April 23) “after a long illness.” “He died in his home town of Brighton & Hove, with…… More
New Wave icons the B-52’s will be honored in a comprehensive box set titled, The Warner and Reprise Years, featuring their nine albums recorded between 1979 and 1992. This extravagant collection is set to be released on June 20 in celebration of Pride Month, and will showcase each album in newly remastered, colored vinyl pressings,…… More
Rod Stewart, Ronnie Wood, and Kenney Jones have recorded a series of songs for a new Faces album, suggesting a forthcoming reunion from the legendary rock band 50 years after their last record. In an interview with The Telegraph, Jones confirms that the trio have recorded “about 11 tracks” at the RAK studios in London.…… More
Modest Mouse has just unveiled the Psychic Salamander Festival, a two-day event in Carnation, Washington on September 13-14. Modest Mouse will serve as the headliner for both nights, with The Flaming Lips also playing two sets, including a performance of their acclaimed 1999 album, The Soft Bulletin, in full on the second day. Joining the…… More
Green Day, fresh off their triumphant Coachella 2025 headline sets, will receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on May 1st at 11:30 a.m. PT, with the ceremony set to stream live on the Walk of Fame website. Avowed Green Day fans Ryan Reynolds and Serena Williams are set to speak at the…… More
Bryan Adams has unveiled his 2025 North American Roll with the Punches Tour, which will feature Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo as the opening act for all US shows. The 40-date arena tour will commence on September 11th in Kamloops, British Columbia, and will include stops in major Canadian cities like Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal,…… More
In a new interview with Billy Morrison on Ozzy’s Boneyard channel, Ozzy Osbourne revealed that he is undergoing intensive training to prepare for Black Sabbath’s final performance on July 5 in Birmingham, England. The 76-year-old heavy metal legend has experienced years of health issues due to a series of surgeries following a 2019 fall, and…… More
Carlos Santana was hospitalized following a medical emergency that occured during soundcheck ahead of his concert at San Antonio’s Majestic Theatre on Tuesday (April 22). Doctors determined that the 77-year-old guitar legend was suffering from dehydration. The show was postponed, but Santana’s spring US tour is set to continue as planned, with the next show…… More
Renowned music producer Roy Thomas Baker, best known for his work with Queen, The Cars, Foreigner, and other iconic acts, has died at the age of 78. Baker played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of numerous hit singles and albums throughout his legendary career, including serving as chief engineer on Free’s 1970 smash…… More
Riot Fest is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a stacked lineup featuring iconic bands such as Green Day, Blink-182, Weezer, and Jack White, alongside over 90 other acts. The three-day music festival is set for September 19-21 at Chicago’s Douglass Park, and will also include anticipated sets from Sex Pistols (with Frank Carter), “Weird Al”…… More
