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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
Former Megadeth Drummer Nick Menza Dead at 51 (Updated)
The Los Angeles-based musician who played with the speed metal band from 1989 to ’98 collapsed during a gig on Saturday night (5/21).
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Elton John Hints at Retiring From Road
A somewhat offhand remark during a recent BBC interview reveals that the classic rock legend is looking to slow things down in order to spend more time with his family
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Madonna’s BBMA Prince Tribute Gets Mixed Response
The salute to Prince by Madonna on the Billboard Music Awards elicited strong feelings both pro and con.
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Paul Simon Adds to 2016 Tour, Releases New Song
With his new Stranger To Stranger studio album coming in June, the legend continues to fill up his 2016 calendar and release new songs
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Aerosmith Respond to Steven Tyler Rumors
The band has refuted a recent story with a quote from guitarist Brad Whitford that the band would “absolutely” consider touring with a different singer. Joe Perry says it’s “completely untrue.”
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U2 + EODM Paris Performances Hit DVD
The stirring U2 show not long after the Paris terrorist attacks with The Eagles of Death Metal and Patti Smith is coming in two sets.
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Tom Petty + Company’s Mudcrutch 2 Released
The band’s second album is out and it delivers. We’ve got 3 of the tracks – including the “Trailer” mystery – plus complete tour information from TP’s first band
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Foghat Announce ‘Under The Influence’ Album
The rock band are releasing their 1st studio album in 6 years including a great updated version of their biggest hit, “Slow Ride,” with some surprise guests
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Original Beastie Boy John Berry Dead at 52
The guitarist gave the then-punk rock group its name and provided their first rehearsal space but left before they found fame.
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Alanis Morissette Says Business Mgr Stole $4.7M
The Canadian singer claims that her former business manager had one hand in her pocket during a 4+ year period in which he routinely siphoned funds
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