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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
Radio Hits of December 1970: It’s a Miracle
The first year of a new decade closed out with several future classics on the top of the charts, including one recorded three years earlier
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NJ Legend Southside Johnny Announces End of Touring: Health
He has led his band, the Asbury Jukes, since the early ’70s and has been referred to as the Grandfather of “the Jersey Sound.”
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Mike Brewer of Folk-Rock Duo Brewer & Shipley (‘One Toke Over the Line’) Dies at 80
The pair were friends for 65 years and musical partners for over 60.
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Zakir Hussain, Renowned Tabla Musician Who Played With Shankar, Harrison, McLaughlin, and Hart, Dies
As a child prodigy, he collaborated with virtually all of India’s iconic performers. He earned three Grammy Awards in 2024.
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Career-Spanning Elton John Documentary, ‘Never Too Late,’ Now Streaming
It arrived on Disney+ on December 13, 2024, after a limited theatrical run.
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‘McCartney Legacy Volume 2’ Arrives From Noted Beatles Historian
The follow-up title from Allan Kozinn and researcher Adrian Sinclair covers the years 1974-1980
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Toto, Men at Work, Christopher Cross Set 2025 Tour
Toto’s Steve Lukather and Men at Work’s Colin Hay have toured together as members of Ringo Starr’s All-Starr Band. Cross has collaborated with Toto for decades.
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Jethro Tull Christmas Album Gets Expanded Edition
The original 2003 album was their last studio set to feature longtime guitarist Martin Barre
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Styx and REO’s Kevin Cronin Set Tour With Special Guest Don Felder
2025’s “Brotherhood of Rock” tour marks the 6th time that Styx has toured with REO Speedwagon’s iconic voice and songwriter.
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Nic Collins, Phil’s Son, To Play Drums on Mike + The Mechanics 2025 Tour
He previously toured with them in 2023 and was the drummer for Genesis’ 2021-22 reunion tour.
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