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What’s the latest info about about rock music and the most interesting and momentous events in its past? You can find it all here: breaking news, sales and airplay charts from the past, notable occasions, and our appreciations of recently departed artists and other musical figures of note
Delbert McClinton, Texas Roots Musician, Enjoying Retirement
Now 84, he says, “I have had a decent career, and I have accomplished more than I ever dreamed I would”
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Radio Hits in November 1976: More Cowbell!
A novelty hit topped this week’s chart but there were huge rock hits from Frampton, Boston, Kiss, Rod Stewart and Steve Miller. More cowbell, anyone?
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Lulu Begins ‘Champagne For Lulu’ Farewell Tour on Her 76th Birthday
The beloved Scottish singer’s initial U.K. run sold-out
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Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers Release ‘Long After Dark’ Deluxe Edition
The expanded edition features the newly remastered original 1982 album, from the original analog master tapes, plus 12 rediscovered and newly mixed bonus tracks
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Willie Nelson, 91, Releases ‘Last Leaf on the Tree’ Album—His 76th!
Willie covers Neil Young, Warren Zevon, Tom Waits, Keith Richards, Nina Simone and more on his 2024 release.
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Randy Bachman Announces BTO 2025 Tour
The legend’s set will also include favorites from the Guess Who
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Carpenters Get New Holiday Collection, ‘Christmas Once More’
The all-new (and newly remixed and remastered) set features 16 timeless holiday classics curated by Richard Carpenter
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Jeff Lynne Adds Even More Dates to 2025 Final Tour
When he announced his final concert in London’s Hyde Park, it was anticipated that there would be some additional UK shows
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Heart Reveals Special Guests For 2025 Tour
Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson had been performing their “Royal Flush Tour,” their first in 5 years when it was stopped due to Ann’s cancer diagnosis
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Musician Matthew Sweet Health Update Following ‘Debilitating’ Stroke
As donations to his GoFundMe page continue, he notes, “my goal is to play guitar and sing and make art”
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