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Def Leppard’s Authorized Documentary ‘Long Live Def Leppard’ Set for Early 2027 Theaters
Bleecker Street’s event cinema division Crosswalk has acquired North American rights to “Long Live Def Leppard,” the first authorized feature documentary on the band, aiming for an early 2027 theatrical run.
Bruce Springsteen Says a New Album Is Finished, But He’s Holding It Back for Now
Bruce Springsteen tells Rolling Stone he has already wrapped one new album, but he’s prioritizing the release of a second, still-unfinished record because its material felt more urgent.
Foo Fighters Kick Off Vevo’s ‘Extended Play’ Series With Live ‘Child Actor’ Performance
Foo Fighters have released a live performance video of “Child Actor” to launch Vevo’s new “Extended Play” series, filmed at the band’s own 606 Studio in Los Angeles.
Jon Bon Jovi Reveals Band Is Already Booking a 2027 Tour
Jon Bon Jovi told fans at the Forever Tour’s Wembley Stadium finale that the band is already booking a new tour for 2027, though no dates or cities have been revealed.
KISS to Play Only 2026 Shows at Las Vegas Event Honoring Ace Frehley
KISS will make its only 2026 live appearances at KISS Kruise: Land-Locked in Vegas, a three-day event at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas that also honors late guitarist Ace Frehley.
Motley Crue Announces 45th Anniversary ‘Too Fast for Love’ Box Set
Motley Crue has unveiled a 45th anniversary deluxe box set of its 1981 debut ‘Too Fast for Love,’ due October 30, 2026 via BMG, packed with unreleased demos, multiple album versions and a 1982 live recording.
Bryan Adams Announces New Album ‘How’s It Goin”, a Musical Tribute to Canada
Bryan Adams has revealed his 17th studio album, How’s It Goin’, a personal ode to Canada arriving November 6, 2026, featuring the songs ’51st State’ and ‘The Ballad of Terry Fox.’
Robert Plant’s Saving Grace Set October 9 Digital Release for ‘All That Glitters…’ EP
Robert Plant and Saving Grace have released a video for ‘Two Coats’ as their ‘All That Glitters…’ EP prepares to move from vinyl-only to digital platforms on October 9.
U2 Named MusiCares 2027 Persons of the Year
MusiCares has selected U2 as its 2027 Persons of the Year, honoring the band’s music and decades of humanitarian work at a Los Angeles gala ahead of the Grammys.
Billy Joel Reveals He Underwent Brain Surgery – New Health Update
Billy Joel says he underwent surgery to implant a shunt in his brain to treat normal pressure hydrocephalus, telling SiriusXM listeners the procedure has already improved his memory and balance.
Tommy Thayer Confirms KISS Has Recorded New Song Written by Paul Stanley
Tommy Thayer tells Guitar World that KISS has recorded a new song written by Paul Stanley, though he says the band will only release it if it feels like a true event.
Dolly Parton’s Sister Stella Reveals Why the Singer Kept Her Cancer Diagnosis Private
In her first interview since Dolly Parton’s death, sister Stella Parton told Gayle King that Dolly kept her cancer diagnosis quiet so she could witness the love people had for her without causing sadness.
Brian May, Roger Taylor Mark Freddie Mercury’s 80th Birthday as Restored Queen Budapest Film Nears Release
Queen’s Brian May and Roger Taylor shared personal tributes to Freddie Mercury on what would have been his 80th birthday, coming shortly after the band revealed a 4K restoration of its landmark 1986 Budapest concert film.
Lars Ulrich Sells Adjoining San Francisco Mansions for $68 Million, Marin Land for $16 Million
Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich has parted with two adjoining San Francisco mansions for a combined $68 million and a 161-acre Marin County ridge for $16 million, bringing his recent real estate haul to roughly $84 million.
Soundgarden to Reunite for Seahawks Season Opener Halftime Show With Mike McCready and Taylor Momsen
Soundgarden’s Kim Thayil, Matt Cameron and Ben Shepherd are set to reunite for the Seattle Seahawks’ season-opening halftime show, with Pearl Jam’s Mike McCready and The Pretty Reckless’ Taylor Momsen filling in on vocals and guitar.
Eric Clapton Opens U.S. Tour in Detroit, Revives ‘461 Ocean Boulevard’ Deep Cut for First Time Since 1975
Eric Clapton launched his U.S. tour at Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena by pulling out “Give Me Strength,” a ‘461 Ocean Boulevard’ track he hadn’t played live since 1975, in place of longtime staple “I Shot the Sheriff.”
Billy Joel Mourns Death of Early Bandmate and Video Director Jon Small
Billy Joel confirmed on Instagram that Jon Small, his drummer in the Hassles and Attila who later directed several of his music videos and concert films, has died at 79.
Brian May Joins William Shatner’s All-Star Heavy Metal Album
Queen guitarist Brian May has signed on to play guitar and mix a track for William Shatner’s forthcoming all-star heavy metal album, adding to a lineup that already includes Rob Halford, John Moyer and Dave Lombardo.
‘GarciaLive Volume 23’ to Preserve Jerry Garcia Band’s Final Shoreline Amphitheatre Concert
GarciaLive Volume 23 documents the Jerry Garcia Band’s farewell performance at Shoreline Amphitheatre, arriving October 30 via Garcia Family Provisions with a covers-heavy setlist and liner notes from Dennis McNally.
Gene Simmons Reflects on Ace Frehley’s Death and His History With Frehley and Peter Criss
In a new conversation with Michael Moynihan on The Moynihan Report, Gene Simmons looks back on Ace Frehley’s death, both men’s repeated exits from KISS, and his up-and-down relationship with Peter Criss.
Styx Sets Headlining Dates Through Early 2027
Styx finished its co-headlining Windy Cities Tour with Chicago on September 6, 2026, and immediately turned the page with a fresh run of headlining dates stretching into 2027.
Foo Fighters Fill In for the Pretty Reckless as AC/DC’s Power Up Tour Hits St. Louis
Foo Fighters stepped in as a one-night-only opener for AC/DC’s sold-out Power Up tour stop in St. Louis on September 8, 2026, replacing the Pretty Reckless, and Dave Grohl called it the realization of a lifelong dream.
Doro Pesch Unleashes Metal Cover of Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Go Your Own Way’
Doro Pesch has turned Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Go Your Own Way’ into a heavy metal anthem with help from Whitesnake’s Joel Hoekstra and Sepultura’s Grayson Nekrutman, previewing the November 20 tribute album ‘Steel Rumours.’
Unreleased 1974 Van Halen Demo ‘Glitter’ Coming With Alex Van Halen’s Anthology Book
Genesis Publications will pair a previously unreleased 1974 Van Halen demo called ‘Glitter’ with Alex Van Halen’s signed, limited-edition anthology book, due in November.