Tag "classic rock"

Rock in Rio 2017: The Who, Guns N’ Roses, Aerosmith, More

The 17th edition of the venerable festival has upped the ante for classic rock fans with a powerhouse lineup of A-Listers

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Robbie Hoddinott, of Bay Area’s Kingfish, Dies

During the mid-’70s, this guitarist provided the hot Telecaster licks for Bob Weir’s Grateful Dead spinoff band. Robbie Hoddinott has died at 62.

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Black Sabbath Confirms It’s Over

After nearly a half-century, metal’s still-reigning gods say goodbye in the city where it all began. On Mar. 7, they confirmed that it was, indeed, The End

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Sgt. Pepper Will Grow by Two Songs, UK Paper Says

If a rumor out of the UK proves true, the Beatles’ most legendary album is about to get a couple of bonus tracks on its 50th anniversary edition

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Toto Announces Summer U.S. Tour Dates

‘An Evening With Toto’ will feature repertoire for their latest studio album, ‘XIV,’ classic hits and both band and fan favorites.

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Brian May of Queen Readies New Album

The British guitar great is releasing his second collaboration with singer Kerry Ellis. It includes both original songs and some very interesting covers.

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Steve Winwood Adds to Tour Schedule

The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer’s 2016 tour schedule was limited to some 25 dates so it’s great to see the eternally young musician booking 2017 dates

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Paul Butterfield, Commander Cody Live Albums Due

Vintage live recordings from three great bands of the early 1970s will be released on CD and vinyl next month. We have the complete track listings!

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Joe Walsh Weekend Getaway Vacation Planned

Imagine getting all close up and personal with the Eagles’ guitarist. Now, imagine that you’re doing this at the all-new Graceland complex in Memphis!

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Lou Reed Archives Acquired by NY Public Library

The complete archives of the consummate New York recording artist will have a permanent home with the city’s Library for the Performing Arts.

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