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Tim Curry, ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ and ‘It’ Star, Dies at 80
Tim Curry, the actor known for Dr. Frank-N-Furter in ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ and Pennywise in ‘It,’ has died at his Los Angeles home at age 80.
The Beatles Share Unheard 1965 ‘Day Tripper’ Work Tape Ahead of ‘Rubber Soul’ Reissue
A newly surfaced 1965 recording captures John Lennon and Paul McCartney shaping “Day Tripper” at Kenwood, released ahead of the October 2 ‘Rubber Soul Special Edition.’
Boston to Reissue 1976 Debut Album for 50th Anniversary With Unreleased ‘Lost Demos’
Tom Scholz and Impex Records have unveiled a 50th anniversary edition of Boston’s self-titled debut, built around previously unheard demo recordings Scholz shopped to labels before the band signed with Epic.
Bruce Springsteen to Headline Stand Up For Heroes 20th Anniversary Benefit in New York
Bruce Springsteen will headline the 20th anniversary Stand Up For Heroes benefit on November 9, 2026 at David Geffen Hall in New York, alongside comedians Jon Stewart, Josh Johnson and Hasan Minhaj.
Roger Daltrey Opens ‘A Great Night Out’ Solo Tour in Mesa With 19-Song Set
Roger Daltrey opened his ‘A Great Night Out’ solo tour at Mesa Arts Center on August 23, 2026, calling it what he expects to be his last American solo run.
Bachman-Turner Overdrive Announces 2027 ‘No Speed Limit’ US Tour
Bachman-Turner Overdrive has revealed a winter 2027 US tour called “No Speed Limit,” with Randy Bachman leading the band through theaters, casinos and performing arts centers coast to coast.
Soundgarden’s Surviving Members to Reunite for Seahawks Season Opener Halftime Show
Soundgarden’s surviving members will reunite under the band’s name for the Seattle Seahawks’ season-opening halftime show on September 9, with Taylor Momsen and Mike McCready joining them on stage.
Dolly Parton, ‘Queen of Country’ Music Icon, Dies at 80
Dolly Parton, the singer, actress and philanthropist celebrated as the ‘Queen of Country’ music, has died at age 80, her family confirmed on August 25, 2026.
Freddie Mercury’s Piano, Microphone and Handwritten Lyrics Head to October Auction
A Yamaha grand piano, a studio microphone and handwritten songwriting drafts once used by Freddie Mercury will be auctioned by Propstore on October 1 and 2, 2026, as part of an 82-lot collection from producer Reinhold Mack.
Sebastian Bach Adds More Than a Dozen Dates to 2026-27 Tour, Mixing Solo Shows with Twisted Sister
Sebastian Bach has tacked on more than a dozen new dates to his 2026-27 touring schedule, mixing his solo “Party Never Ends!” shows with appearances fronting Twisted Sister and select stops with Slaughter and Steven Adler.
Neil Young Revives Teenage Ballad ‘Casting Me Away From You’ Ahead of ‘Second Song’ Album With the Chrome Hearts
Neil Young has posted a newly recorded version of his decades-old ballad ‘Casting Me Away From You’ on the Neil Young Archives, giving fans an early listen ahead of his September album with the Chrome Hearts.
Michael Anthony Makes Rare Van Halen Cameo During Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening Show
Former Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony stepped on stage with Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening in Costa Mesa, California, breaking the tribute band’s Zeppelin-only format for one night.
Alice Cooper Sets Lineup for 24th Annual Christmas Pudding Benefit in Phoenix
Alice Cooper has unveiled the guest list for his 24th annual Christmas Pudding fundraiser, set for December 12, 2026, at Phoenix’s Celebrity Theatre in support of his Solid Rock Teen Centers.
Alex Lifeson Says Paul McCartney Talked Rush Into Touring Again
Alex Lifeson credits a backstage encounter with Paul McCartney after the 2022 Taylor Hawkins tribute concert with pushing him past his reluctance to return to touring with Rush.
Chris Slade, Former AC/DC Drummer, Announces Retirement From Drumming
Chris Slade, who twice sat behind the kit for AC/DC, revealed in a Facebook video that he is stepping away from drumming for good, pointing to lingering damage from a stroke seven years ago.
Foo Fighters Make Hollywood Bowl Debut, Dust Off Rarities With Gustavo Dudamel and LA Philharmonic
Foo Fighters stepped away from their Take Cover Tour for a one-off, 15-song set with conductor Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl, marking the band’s first appearance at the venue and reviving three songs left dormant for years.
Bret Michaels Cancels Remaining 2026 Tour Dates Following Comeback Show Setback
Bret Michaels has pulled the plug on every remaining 2026 tour date after doctors determined he needed more recovery time following his August 21 comeback show in Sugar Hill, Georgia.
Universal Studios Opens Ozzy Osbourne ‘Prince of Darkness’ Haunted Houses for Halloween Horror Nights
Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood are opening separate “Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness” haunted houses for Halloween Horror Nights, each shaped with direct input from Sharon and Jack Osbourne.
Rikki Rockett Explains Why He Waited to Publish Poison Memoir ‘Ghost Notes’
Poison drummer Rikki Rockett says he sat on his memoir ‘Ghost Notes: My Life In Poison’ for years so his late parents wouldn’t be embarrassed by its contents.
Gene Simmons Needs Four Tries to Nail First Pitch at Angels Game with Paul Stanley
Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley took the mound at Angel Stadium on August 15, with Simmons requiring four tries before he was happy with his throw.
Foo Fighters to Open for AC/DC in St. Louis, Stepping In for The Pretty Reckless
Foo Fighters announced they will step away from their Take Cover stadium tour for one night to open AC/DC’s September 8 show in St. Louis, taking over the slot previously held by The Pretty Reckless.
Vivian Campbell Says His Cancer Has Returned After Donor Transplant Failed
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell says his Hodgkin’s lymphoma has returned after a donor stem cell transplant he received in January 2025 failed to hold, and he is now continuing treatment while staying active with the band, Last In Line and rally driving.
Neil Peart Documentary ‘No One’s Disciple’ Set for TIFF World Premiere
A new documentary on late Rush drummer Neil Peart, ‘No One’s Disciple,’ is set to debut at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 16, 2026, ahead of a CBC broadcast later that month.
Alex Lifeson Says Quitting Marijuana at 72 Sharpened His Focus Before Rush’s Fifty Something Tour
Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson has told Rolling Stone that he gave up marijuana at age 72, roughly four months before the band’s Fifty Something tour kicked off in June, saying the decision sharpened his memory and focus.