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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
Stax Records 60th Anniversary Reissues Due May 19
When the label that gave us Otis Redding, Sam and Dave, Albert King, Booker T. & the MG’s and so many others turns 60, it’s time to celebrate!
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The Who, G N’ R (+ Others) to Tour South America
The Who will tour South America for the first time. They’ll be paired with G N’ R for at least several dates, and possibly joined by Aerosmith and Def Leppard for others
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AC/DC Pinball Machine Returning
The original sold-out after it debuted in 2012. Fans were clamoring to order the machine, so Stern will bring it back. Hell’s Bells!
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Aerosmith Opens ‘Farewell Tour’ in Israel
It may or may not be their final tour, but whatever it is, it’s begun: the Boston legends played in Israel last night, pulling out several surprises.
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David Bowie is Most Popular UK Artist of 2016
The British Phonographic Industry tallied up everyone’s physical and digital sales and the Star Man was far and away the year’s top-selling act
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Squeeze and Glenn Tilbrook Solo Dates
It’s a rare Squeeze concert where the audience members don’t sing along to every lyric. The U.K. group have dates on the calendar and a new album on the way
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U2 Begin ‘The Joshua Tree’ Tour 2017
U2 is performing their huge album in its entirety to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Watch an official live clip as well as the live debut of a new song
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Sting Solo Career Boxed Set Out in June
The ‘Complete Studio Collection,’ to be released on June 9, encompasses the entirety of Sting’s solo studio album catalog, all on high-quality vinyl.
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Axl Rose Joins Billy Joel at Dodger Stadium
Other than his monthly residency at New York’s Madison Square Garden, the Piano Man averages one other show a month, often attracting guest stars. LA was no exception
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Paul McCartney Shares Photo in ‘Pirates’ Garb
The 5th installment of Disney’s “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise opens Memorial Day weekend. Macca is no stranger to the silver screen
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