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Steve Harris Hopes Rock Hall Induction Will Make American Fans ‘Stop Banging On About It’
Steve Harris says Iron Maiden’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction is fine by him, but awards aren’t why the band does what it does. Bruce Dickinson agrees.
Bonnie Tyler, ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ Singer, Dies at 75
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh singer behind ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ and ‘Holding Out for a Hero,’ died July 8 at 75 following emergency intestinal surgery.
Rolling Stones Launch ‘Foreign Tongues’ With Thames Drone Show and Star-Studded London Party
The Rolling Stones celebrated their new album ‘Foreign Tongues’ with a 500-drone light show over the Thames and a star-studded party featuring Daniel Craig
Elton John Books Two Mexico City Shows to Close Out Farewell Yellow Brick Road
Elton John announces two final concerts at Estadio Banorte in Mexico City on Oct. 2 and 3, closing out his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour years after the
George Harrison Photo Book ‘The Third Eye’ Coming in October With Unreleased Song
A new George Harrison photo book, ‘The Third Eye,’ collects over 200 early Beatles photographs taken between 1963 and 1969, with a deluxe edition including an
Bon Jovi Launches MSG Residency After Four-Year Touring Hiatus
Bon Jovi opened the Forever tour with the first of nine sold-out shows at Madison Square Garden on July 7, ending a four-year absence from the live stage.
Taylor Swift Wins Copyright Lawsuit Over Lyrics as Judge Dismisses Poet’s Claims
Judge Aileen Cannon dismissed a copyright lawsuit against Taylor Swift on July 6, ruling that common metaphors and short phrases are not protected expression.
Santana Adds Eight November Shows to Already Loaded 2026 Tour Schedule
Santana has added eight more Las Vegas residency dates in November 2026, expanding a year that already includes a summer co-headlining tour with the Doobie
Eagles Add Four More Sphere Dates, Bringing 2026 Run to 68 Shows
Eagles have added four December dates at the Las Vegas Sphere, bringing their total 2026 run to 68 shows. Tickets go on sale July 17 to the general public.
U2 Returns With ‘Street of Dreams’ Single and a Recovered Larry Mullen Jr.
U2 has released ‘Street of Dreams,’ their first new single since 2023’s ‘Atomic City,’ produced by Jacknife Lee and previewing an upcoming untitled album.
First Official Black Sabbath Book Announced for October Release
Black Sabbath’s first-ever official book, ‘The Masters of Reality, Why Black Sabbath Matter,’ arrives in October via Rufus Publications in three editions.
Sammy Hagar Speaks on Freedom 250 Appearance, Shares Undelivered Speech
Sammy Hagar responds to fan backlash over his Freedom 250 appearance and shares the handwritten speech he planned to deliver before thunderstorms canceled the
Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band Announce Fall 2026 Tour Dates
Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band have announced 10 fall 2026 tour dates, kicking off Sept. 24 in Easton, PA and wrapping Oct. 7 in Albany, NY.
Metallica Close M72 World Tour in London With Full No-Repeats Night Two Setlist, Ozzy Tribute
Metallica closed the M72 world tour at London Stadium on July 5, 2026, delivering a no-repeats setlist featuring ‘Enter Sandman,’ ‘One,’ and a Black Sabbath
Gene Simmons Sounds Off on Immigration and Patriotism at Summerfest
Kiss bassist Gene Simmons used a July 3 Summerfest set to voice strong opinions on illegal immigration, American patriotism, and his upcoming White House
Keith Richards Calls America ‘A Bit of a Disappointment’ Ahead of New Stones Album
Keith Richards says America is ‘a bit of a disappointment at the moment’ as the Rolling Stones prepare to release Foreign Tongues on July 10.
Bruce Springsteen Defines Patriotism as the Right to Criticize Power
Bruce Springsteen defended his vocal opposition to Donald Trump during a PBS special, saying ‘I believe in critical patriotism’ and calling himself a concerned
Sharon Osbourne Marks 46th Anniversary With Heartfelt Tribute to Ozzy
Sharon Osbourne honored Ozzy on what would have been their 46th wedding anniversary, sharing a photo and personal message on Instagram on July 3, 2025.
Kid Rock Calls Trump Friendship a Front-Row Seat to ‘Greatest S— Show on Earth’
Kid Rock told Sky News Australia he calls President Trump late at night to ‘shoot the s—‘ and calls it a front-row seat to the greatest show going.
How Michael Anthony Went from Backyard Parties to Van Halen
Michael Anthony recalls first seeing Van Halen at a high school carnival, borrowing their PA, and auditioning for Eddie and Alex in his own words from a 1995
Watch: Dave Mustaine Cusses Out Finnish Journalist Over Hetfield Fight Question
Dave Mustaine called out a Finnish journalist mid-show in Helsinki after the reporter asked who would win in a fight between Mustaine and James Hetfield.
Hollywood Vampires Announce Live Album From 2018 Montreux Jazz Festival Show
Hollywood Vampires announce ‘At Montreux Jazz Festival,’ a live album from their 2018 performance, featuring an unreleased cover of Motörhead’s ‘Ace Of Spades.’
Mick Jagger Says Paul McCartney Nailed ‘Foreign Tongues’ Bass Part in 10 Minutes
Mick Jagger tells NME it was ‘very easy’ working with Paul McCartney on ‘Covered In You’ from the Rolling Stones’ upcoming album ‘Foreign Tongues’, due July 10.
Rush Postpones Two Fort Worth Shows After Geddy Lee Falls Ill
Rush has postponed two Dickies Arena shows in Fort Worth after Geddy Lee was diagnosed with laryngitis and bronchitis. New dates are July 11 and July 13.