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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
Watch: Glenn Tipton Perform With Judas Priest
The guitarist was diagnosed with Parkinson’s 10 years ago. He says: “I am not leaving the band – it’s simply that my role has changed”
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Roy Buchanan Live 1974 Album Due
A new two-CD live set including previously unreleased recordings by the “guitarist’s guitarist” is being released by Real Gone Music on May 4.
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Robin Zander to Make Broadway Debut in Rocktopia
The Cheap Trick lead singer will be featured in the final week of the engagement. The concert event fuses iconic rock with classical masterpieces
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81 Bruce Springsteen B’way Dates on Sale Wed.
He must really enjoy the Great White Way! The Boss has added dozens more shows to his NYC run, taking it into December, when it will end.
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Axl Rose & AC/DC Making Album: Update
Reports suggest that the Aussie rockers are working on a new album—with the GNR singer contributing vocals. They’ve been collaborating for the past couple of years.
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Johnny Cash: ‘Forever Words’ Features Guest Stars
Elvis Costello, John Mellencamp, Rosanne Cash, Willie Nelson and Kris Kristofferson are among the musicians singing to the legend’s writings
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Kansas Plans ‘Point of Know Return’ 40th Tour
Following up their tour and live album celebrating ‘Leftoverture,’ the venerable prog-rockers will hit the road to play their biggest-selling album.
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Want to Join Todd Rundgren & Utopia?
Their keyboardist is unable to make the tour and Todd Rundgren needs a new one. Could that person be you? If you think so, let him know–now!
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Wishbone Ash ‘Vintage Years’ Giant Box Set Due
The 30-CD collection from the British rockers is loaded with rarities, memorabilia, tons of unreleased concerts and a lavish book
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Rod Stewart to Sub For Ailing Aretha at Jazz Fest
Her doctors have told Lady Soul to stay off the road and rest completely for at least the next two months. She turns 76 on March 25
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