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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
Queen LP ‘A Night at the Opera’ Celebrated in New Book
Author Gillian Gaar “explores the story of a band operating at the peak of their creative powers, launching them into global superstar status.”
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Classic Rock Legends Booked For October Festival
Three days… an incredible lineup featuring some of music’s biggest stars of all-time! Check your calendar!
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Mike Campbell Memoir, ‘Heartbreaker,’ Scales New York Times Best Sellers List
The 464-page book, written with Ari Surdoval, is the first memoir from any of the Heartbreakers.
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Bachman, Cummings Plan Reunion Tour as the Guess Who
The pair are touring separately in 2025 but expect to celebrate the music of the Guess Who, BTO and Cummings’ solo work in 2026.
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The Number One Singles of 1975: Each Has a Story
39 different songs reached the top of the U.S. chart this year, though programmers were airing less from rock acts. One star continued a run with 4 more.
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Alison Krauss & Union Station Return With ‘Arcadia,’ 1st New Album In 14 Years
They’ll be supporting the album with a significant tour, the band’s first run of shows together in more than ten years.
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Fleetwood Mac Releases 1975 to 1987 Studio Albums Box Set
The collection includes the multi-platinum albums Fleetwood Mac (1975), Rumours (1977), Tusk (1979), Mirage (1982) and Tango In the Night (1987).
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Balladeer Johnny Mathis, 89, Retiring From Live Performance
“It’s with sincere regret that due to Mr. Mathis’ age and memory issues, we are announcing his retirement from touring and live concerts,” said an announcement.
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George Harrison Solo Catalog Reissues Continue
His son, Dhani Harrison, oversees the agreement between Dark Horse Records and BMG.
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Billy Joel Original Documentary, ‘And So It Goes,’ Coming To HBO, Max
The two-parter will premiere in summer 2025.
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