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Beatles Biopic Cast Recreates Abbey Road Album Cover on Famous Crosswalk
Fan footage shows the stars of Sam Mendes’ upcoming Beatles biopics walking the famous Abbey Road crosswalk in costume, mirroring the band’s 1969 album cover.
Jonathan Cain Teases Possible Journey Reunion at Band’s Final Frontier Tour Finale in San Francisco
Journey keyboardist Jonathan Cain says he’s hopeful for “a reunion of sorts” when the band’s Final Frontier tour closes out in San Francisco on November 28, 2026, even though Steve Perry has denied rumors he might rejoin the group.
Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts to Join Willie Nelson & Family for Two Shows Ahead of Farm Aid 2026
Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts have confirmed two co-headlining performances with Willie Nelson & Family in September, setting up a run into Farm Aid 2026.
Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons Defend the Name Behind Their Band Stanley Simmons
Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons, sons of KISS members Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, addressed criticism of their band name Stanley Simmons during an appearance on SoundExchange’s “Sound Advice” series.
Dee Snider Apologizes to Kelly Osbourne Over Comments About Ozzy’s Songwriting
Dee Snider publicly apologized to Kelly Osbourne on August 18, 2026, after his social media comments questioning her late father Ozzy Osbourne’s songwriting credits drew a sharp rebuke.
Bryan Adams Extends ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour Into 2027, Teases New Album and Political Single
Bryan Adams has extended his ‘Roll With the Punches’ world tour with more than 70 shows now booked through June 2027, while teasing a new album this fall and a politically pointed new single.
The Beatles’ Apple Corps and Universal Music Sign Global Merchandise, Licensing and E-Commerce Deal
Apple Corps and Universal Music Group have announced an exclusive, long-term global partnership covering The Beatles’ merchandise, licensing and e-commerce business, arriving ahead of a planned 2027 fan experience and the 2028 biopic films.
ZZ Top Drummer Frank Beard Dies at 77; Band to Resume Tour This Weekend in Austin
Frank Beard, ZZ Top’s drummer for 56 years, has died at 77 in hospice care at his Texas ranch. Billy Gibbons says the band will honor his wishes and continue “The Big One!” tour starting this weekend in Austin.
ZZ Top Drummer Frank Beard Dies at Age 77
Frank Beard, ZZ Top’s drummer for more than five decades, died at 77 on August 17, 2026, at his ranch in Richmond, Texas, while under hospice care with family nearby.
Keith Richards Becomes a Grandfather for the 9th Time
Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards, 82, has become a grandfather again after his daughter Theodora, 41, revealed she secretly gave birth to a son in April 2026, nearly five months before making the news public.
Kelly Osbourne Blasts Dee Snider as “Spectacularly Classless” Over Ozzy Lyric-Writing Claims
Kelly Osbourne publicly tore into Dee Snider after the Twisted Sister frontman claimed on X that her late father Ozzy Osbourne rarely wrote his own lyrics, sparking a multi-day back-and-forth across social media.
Phil Collins Opens Up About Sobriety and Near-Fatal Health Scare
Phil Collins tells Prog magazine he has gone three years without a drink after a relapse into alcoholism in the 2020s left him hospitalized and on life support, and says he now feels better physically than he has in years.
Bryan Adams Surprises Detroit Crowd With Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo for Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition”
Bryan Adams welcomed tourmates Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo to the stage for the first time on their current run, joining forces on a surprise cover of Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition” in Detroit.
Earth, Wind & Fire Drummer John Paris Remains in Induced Coma After Cardiac Emergency
Earth, Wind & Fire drummer John Paris remains under sedation in a hospital after a cardiac emergency forced the cancellation of an August 6 show in San Francisco, though he briefly woke to speak with family.
38 Special Extends 2026 Tour With 30 More Fall and Winter Dates
38 Special has added nearly 25 fall shows to its 2026 touring schedule, bringing the total to 30 remaining dates through November 7 in support of the band’s new album, ‘Milestone.’
Alice Cooper Guitarists Ryan Roxie and Tommy Henriksen Explain How Anna Cara Replaced Nita Strauss
Alice Cooper guitarists Ryan Roxie and Tommy Henriksen explain how 22-year-old Anna Cara, discovered through Instagram and YouTube videos, came to fill in for Nita Strauss in the band’s touring lineup.
Artimus Pyle Band Sets 2026 Tour Dates, Drummer Reflects on Lynyrd Skynyrd Legacy
The Artimus Pyle Band will tour seven states starting August 27, with the former Lynyrd Skynyrd drummer opening up about his decades-old ties to the group.
Steven Tyler, Accuser Julia Holcomb Clash Over Abortion Evidence Ahead of Trial
New legal filings show Steven Tyler and his accuser Julia Holcomb sparring over whether jurors in their upcoming trial should hear evidence about two abortions Holcomb had in the 1970s.
Ritchie Blackmore Reunites With Deep Purple Onstage for First Time in 33 Years
Ritchie Blackmore stepped onstage with Deep Purple in Wantagh, New York, on August 12, 2026, to play ‘Smoke on the Water,’ his first live appearance with the band since 1993.
Hollywood Vampires Kick Off 2026 Tour at London’s O2 with Ronnie Wood Sitting In
Hollywood Vampires played their first show in over three years at London’s O2 Arena on August 12, 2026, with Ronnie Wood joining the band for two songs during the encore.
Roger Taylor Announces New Solo Album ‘Violence Insane in a Beautiful World,’ Shares ‘I See You Now’ Single
Queen drummer Roger Taylor has unveiled his seventh solo album, ‘Violence Insane in a Beautiful World,’ arriving September 18 on Columbia Records, alongside its second single ‘I See You Now.’
Ritchie Blackmore Plans Deep Purple Reunion Onstage for First Time Since 1993
Ritchie Blackmore revealed on Instagram Live that he plans to join Deep Purple for an encore at their Jones Beach Theater show, marking his first time onstage with the band since 1993.
Rod Stewart Cancels Remaining ‘One Last Time’ Tour Dates After Coronary Stent Procedure
Rod Stewart has called off every remaining stop on his North American “One Last Time” farewell tour, including his Las Vegas residency and Mexico shows, after undergoing a coronary stent procedure.
ZZ Top’s Frank Beard Sidelined by Serious Health Issues, Tour Continues Without Him
ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard is reportedly facing serious health issues that led the band to scrap its Hollywood Bowl tour opener, with Michael Monahan now handling drum duties on the road.