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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
Garland Jeffreys Releasing New Album, Sets Tour
The veteran New York singer-songwriter, known for his anthem “Wild in the Streets” and his cover of “96 Tears,” has a new album and tour planned.
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Prince Music Now Streaming, Purple Rain Reissued
The late icon’s Warner Bros. Records catalog is now streaming on all major services. Plus, his most famous album is being reissued.
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Sheryl Crow New Album, Be Myself, Out in April
The singer-songwriter will release her 9th studio album (and first for Warner Bros. Records), in April. It’s described as a return to her rock/pop roots.
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Rick Derringer Charged With Gun Possession in Airport
The “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo” singer was detained by federal marshals when it was discovered he was carrying a loaded weapon onboard a plane. Not good.
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Sammy Hagar Rock & Roll Road Trip Returns
The Red Rocker will host a second season of TV interviews and jams with guests including Mick Fleetwood, Billy Gibbons and James Hetfield.
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Bob Dylan Spring European Tour Dates
We’re still waiting to find out if he’ll announce a new U.S. tour, but Europeans will have plenty of chances to catch him this spring.
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Prince & George Michael Grammy Tributes Planned
The Grammys will pay tribute to two superstars we lost during the past year. They’re not revealing who will participate. The awards show airs Sunday.
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Bobby Darin 1961 Pop Classic Reissued
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee began branching out with pop hits like “Mack the Knife.” This 1961 classic shows him at his swingin’ best.
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Fleetwood Mac’s Early Days Recalled in New Book
Long before ‘Rumours’ and all those hit records, Fleetwood Mac was just a great little British blues band. A new limited-edition book celebrates those days.
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Allan Holdsworth 12-CD Box + Best-Of CD Due
Fans of the prog-rock and jazz guitar legend can choose between two new release: a comprehensive 12-disc boxed set and the single-CD best-of.
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