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Veteran R&B, Funk and Rock Drummer James Gadson Dead at 86

Veteran R&B, Funk and Rock Drummer James Gadson Dead at 86

Bryan Rolli (03/04/2026)

He also played with Donald Fagen, Diana Ross, Paul McCartney, Beck and a myriad of other artists. Continue reading…

He also played with Donald Fagen, Diana Ross, Paul McCartney, Beck and a myriad of other artists. Continue reading…

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10 Kiss Songs for People Who Don't Like Kiss

10 Kiss Songs for People Who Don't Like Kiss

Matt Wake (03/04/2026)

Even the “hottest band in the world” can’t please everyone. Continue reading…

Even the “hottest band in the world” can’t please everyone. Continue reading…

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U2 Releases New 'Easter Lily' EP

U2 Releases New 'Easter Lily' EP

Michael Gallucci (03/04/2026)

Six-track record arrives less than two months after the band issued other new music. Continue reading…

Six-track record arrives less than two months after the band issued other new music. Continue reading…

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Listen to Jack White's Two New Singles

Listen to Jack White's Two New Singles

Allison Rapp (03/04/2026)

"G.O.D. and the Broken Ribs" and "Derecho Demonico" mark White's first new music since 2024. Continue reading…

"G.O.D. and the Broken Ribs" and "Derecho Demonico" mark White's first new music since 2024. Continue reading…

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Suki Lahav, Former Bruce Springsteen Violinist, Dead at 74

Suki Lahav, Former Bruce Springsteen Violinist, Dead at 74

Corey Irwin (03/04/2026)

She can be heard on the albums 'The Wild, the Innocent & the E Street Shuffle' and 'Born to Run.' Continue reading…

She can be heard on the albums 'The Wild, the Innocent & the E Street Shuffle' and 'Born to Run.' Continue reading…

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The Black Crowes Dig Out Rarities for First Concert of 2026

The Black Crowes Dig Out Rarities for First Concert of 2026

Matt Wardlaw (02/04/2026)

See the set list and videos from the band's gig in Australia, which also featured live debuts of songs from their new album. Continue reading…

See the set list and videos from the band's gig in Australia, which also featured live debuts of songs from their new album. Continue reading…

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Blackie Lawless Reveals the Title of His Upcoming Memoir

Blackie Lawless Reveals the Title of His Upcoming Memoir

Matt Wardlaw (02/04/2026)

"It's not going to be your typical rock and roll book," the W.A.S.P. mastermind tells UCR. Continue reading…

"It's not going to be your typical rock and roll book," the W.A.S.P. mastermind tells UCR. Continue reading…

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Yes Postpones Fragile UK Tour So Steve Howe Can Undergo Surgery

Yes Postpones Fragile UK Tour So Steve Howe Can Undergo Surgery

Bryan Rolli (02/04/2026)

The prog-rock legends are rescheduling the dates for May 2027. Continue reading…

The prog-rock legends are rescheduling the dates for May 2027. Continue reading…

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Meet Alice Cooper's New Guitarist

Meet Alice Cooper's New Guitarist

Michael Gallucci (02/04/2026)

Nita Strauss' replacement makes stage debut with Cooper tonight. Continue reading…

Nita Strauss' replacement makes stage debut with Cooper tonight. Continue reading…

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Bonnie Raitt Albums Ranked Worst to Best

Bonnie Raitt Albums Ranked Worst to Best

Michael Gallucci (02/04/2026)

From 21-year-old blues prodigy to late-'80s comeback queen, her resilience and proficiency have made her one of music's most enduring artists. Continue reading…

From 21-year-old blues prodigy to late-'80s comeback queen, her resilience and proficiency have made her one of music's most enduring artists. Continue reading…

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Hear Peter Gabriel's New Song 'Till Your Mind Is Shining'

Hear Peter Gabriel's New Song 'Till Your Mind Is Shining'

Allison Rapp (02/04/2026)

"To my ears it's the closest I get to a pop song on this record," Gabriel says. Continue reading…

"To my ears it's the closest I get to a pop song on this record," Gabriel says. Continue reading…

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Neal Schon Is Over Journey Drama: 'I Just Want Some F—ing Peace'

Neal Schon Is Over Journey Drama: 'I Just Want Some F—ing Peace'

Corey Irwin (02/04/2026)

"I hate all these attorneys. It’s so nuts." Continue reading…

"I hate all these attorneys. It’s so nuts." Continue reading…

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Lindsey Buckingham Attacked by Alleged Stalking Suspect

Lindsey Buckingham Attacked by Alleged Stalking Suspect

Bryan Rolli (01/04/2026)

He apparently knows the assailant from previous incidents. Continue reading…

He apparently knows the assailant from previous incidents. Continue reading…

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Guns N' Roses' Massive Reunion by the Numbers

Guns N' Roses' Massive Reunion by the Numbers

Bryan Rolli (01/04/2026)

They swore it would never happen, and we believed them — until it did. Continue reading…

They swore it would never happen, and we believed them — until it did. Continue reading…

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Exploring 50 Songs That Celebrate the Moon

Exploring 50 Songs That Celebrate the Moon

Michael Gallucci (01/04/2026)

From Pink Floyd to Ozzy Osbourne, out-of-this-world tracks inspired by the astronomical body orbiting our planet. Continue reading…

From Pink Floyd to Ozzy Osbourne, out-of-this-world tracks inspired by the astronomical body orbiting our planet. Continue reading…

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