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Santana, Doobie Brothers Set 2026 ‘Oneness’ Tour

The classic rock legends have several dozen dates together this summer.

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Rainbow Gets ‘Temple of the King: 1975-1976’ 9-CD Box Set

The 2026 release is described as the most comprehensive collection of the opening phase of the classic hard rock band’s work to date.

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New Book, ‘Screen Gems,’ Focuses on Rock & Pop Documentaries

Among the artists featured are the Rolling Stones, Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, the Grateful Dead, the Doors, Jimi Hendrix, the Beatles, David Bowie and many more.

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Buddy Guy Sets 2026 Tour, at 90

The blues guitar legend was born on July 30, 1936.

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Radio Hits in February 1977: The Sound of Thunder

Songs by some of the biggest names in rock including Eagles and Steve Miller topped the chart. Fleetwood Mac released Rumours, making them superstars.

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Film and TV Music of Swinging London—What’s It All About—on New Box Set

The 3-CD collection of 96 tracks includes such favorites as the Seekers’ “Georgy Girl,” Tom Jones’ “Thunderball,” and Lulu’s “To Sir With Love.”

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YES’ Epic ‘Tales From Topographic Oceans’ Gets (Super) Super Deluxe Edition

The 2026 boxed set features a newly remastered version of the original album on both CD and vinyl; rarities; previously unreleased studio and live recordings; and several new mixes by Steven Wilson, including a Dolby Atmos version.

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3 Doors Down Singer Brad Arnold Dies at 47 Following Cancer Battle

The frontman had revealed in May 2025 that he had been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer.

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Neil Young Cancels 2026 Tour With the Chrome Hearts

It was to be a summer run of their “Love Earth” world tour.

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Radio Hits in February 1965

A boatload of British Invasion hits led the way including a Kinks favorite. A diva scored a career hit. Check out the novelty song and see what was #1…

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