Paramore have left their fans confused after the alt-rockers wiped photos and posts from their social media accounts and took their official website down. The band's official website, paramore.net, is now redirected to a 404 not found error page, which is what happens when a server can not locate a page that is requested (continue)
Green Day will perform a special exclusive small stage concert for SiriusXM at New York City's iconic Irving Plaza on Thursday, January 18. SiriusXM Small Stage Series with Green Day presented by Carnival Cruise Line will commemorate the release of Green Day's upcoming album Saviors, out January 19.
Attendees will get the exclusive opportunity to hear the band perform songs from the album ahead of its release live in concert, along with other fan favorites. Adding to the fanfare, this marks a rare appearance for the band at Irving Plaza, just their fourth since their first show at the venue in 1994, which took place shortly after their iconic album Dookie released and propelled them into super stardom. (continue)
As original Motley Crue guitarist Mick Mars gears up for the release of his debut solo album, "The Other Side Of Mars", on February 23, 2024, the guitarist says that he also has some material for the follow-up record.
Mars told AXS TV, "I've already got four pretty solid ideas that are a little more - it's not advanced. It's like more in a direction of 'Undone' or something more cinematic, but it's still pretty thick." (continue)
Discover the story of legendary bluesman Joe Bonamassa in the documentary GUITAR MAN free until January 1st at Joe's store. Originally released in partnership with Paramount Home Entertainment, the Bonamassa has taken back ownership of the master and wanted to share his gratitude with fans by giving his music and film as a gift. The Guitar Man documentary drops on the heels of Joe's newly released Christmas compilation album Merry Christmas, Baby.
GUITAR MAN showcases Bonamassa's astounding talent, beginning with his childhood as a "wunderkind" discovered and mentored by Blues legend B.B. King. At the age of only 43, Bonamassa has had an illustrious career spanning over three decades. Through highs and lows, Joe took his musical journey into his own hands to overcome challenges and reach his goals. In 2009, Bonamassa fulfilled a lifelong dream of playing at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall and was joined on stage by Eric Clapton, marking a pivotal moment in his career. (continue)
Metallica has have delivered their "72 Seasons End Of The Year Drop" via their official online store featuring new merchandise celebrating their latest studio album.
They state, "From t-shirts to drinkware to hoodies for the whole Metalli-family and beyond, you don't want to miss the latest additions to our 72 Seasons merch collection! Plus, when you purchase two or more* of the 72 Pullover Hoodie and Youth/Toddler 72 Full-Zip Hoodie styles, you'll save 20%! (continue)
Organizers of the Furnace Fest has revealed the initial lineup for their 2024 installment that will are called an "End Of An Era", that will include special performances from Underoath, Poison The Well, Stretch Arm Strong, and Shai Hulud.
The festival shared via social media, "We couldn't be more thrilled to celebrate @johnnygrimes2 's birthday by announcing four of his all-time favorites as the starting point for FF2024: The End of an Era! (continue)
Eagles Founding Member Randy Meisner Dead At 77 was a top 23 story of July 2023: The Eagles founding bass player Randy Meisner, best known for his lead vocals on the band's classic hit "Take It To The Limit", died on Wednesday (July 26th) at the age of 77.
Meisner cofounded the band with Bernie Leadon, Don Henley and Glenn Frey and played on the group's first five studio albums before leaving the band in late 1977. (continue)
Slash Weighs In On Guns N' Roses Biopic Idea was a top 23 story of July 2023: Slash revealed in a new interview that he is working a new horror movie featuring a band, but he also shared that he does not see a Guns N' Roses biopic being made any time soon.
The GN'R and Velvet Revolver guitarist started movie production company Slasher Films a decade ago and he was asked by Yahoo! Entertainment about his interest in producing a biopic movie about Guns N' Roses. (continue)
AC/DC's Brain Johnson Reflects On Writing 'You Shook Me All Night Long' was a top 23 story of July 2023: AXS TV is looking back at a 2019 interview with AC/DC frontman Brain Johnson where he discussed his beginning with the group and also explained how the beginning lyrics to their classic "You Shook Me All Night Long" came about.
It's not uncommon to start a new job and feel imposter syndrome. Just ask Brian Johnson, who, in 1980, was facing some serious self doubts as the new frontman of AC/DC. (continue)
Van Zant Explains Decision To Continue Lynyrd Skynyrd Following Gary Rossington's Death was a top 23 story of July 2023: Speaking exclusively to Rock Candy Mag as part of an in-depth 18-page Lynyrd Skynyrd story, lead vocalist Johnny Van Zant explains exactly how and why the band has decided to continue after the untimely death of founding member and guitarist Gary Rossington back in March.
"Gary's wife really sealed the deal," Johnny outlined to Rock Candy Mag editor Howard Johnson. "Dale has been singing backing vocals with Skynyrd for years and years, ever since the Tribute Tour that brought the band back together in 1987. And when Gary died, Dale said to me, 'This is what Gary did and he would want you guys to carry on.' So now more than ever I want to continue. Gary was out there carrying the legacy for the original guys - for Ronnie and Allen, for Billy and Leon - for so many years out of respect for what they did. Now I think he deserves the same kind of respect from us." (continue)
Wolfgang On Likelihood of Eddie Van Halen Tribute Show was a top 23 story of July 2023: Wolfgang does not see the discussed Eddie Van Halen tribute concert happening, but he does say that the tribute shows for late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins gave him some closure.
The Mammoth WVH mastermind was a member of Van Halen following their reunion with David Lee Roth, but he does not perform songs from the band during the sets for his solo band. (continue)
Anti-Flag Address Sexual Misconduct Allegations In Wake Of Break Up was a top 23 story of July 2023: Anti-Flag shocked fans last week when their breakup was revealed. The split coincided with anonymous sexual misconduct allegations surfacing online that did not name the band or band members directly.
Frontman Justin Sane shared the following statement on his Instagram account, denying the accusations. He wrote, "Recently, there have been claims of sexual assault made against me and I can tell you that these stories are categorically false. I have never engaged in a sexual relationship that was not consensual, nor have I ever been approached by a woman after a sexual encounter and been told I had in any way acted without her consent or violated her in any way. Now that I have had a few days to absorb the initial shock, I am making this statement to set the record straight. (continue)
Dolly Parton's 'We Are The Champions' Video To Promote Olympics was a top 23 story of July 2023: (TPR) Dolly Parton, a global icon, is collaborating with NBCUniversal on the video for her new song "We Are The Champions/We Will Rock You," which will be used to promote NBCU's coverage of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 that begin one year from today.
"We Are The Champions/We Will Rock You" is Parton's cover of the famous rock anthems by Queen and a new song from her upcoming album Rockstar, which was inspired by her 2022 induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The album is set for global release on Nov. 17. (continue)
The Gaslight Anthem Share Bruce Springsteen Duet 'History Books' was a top 23 story of July 2023: (BHM) The Gaslight Anthem have shared a new song "History Books," available now at all DSPs and streaming services on their own Rich Mahogany Recordings label via Thirty Tigers. The heavy-hearted track - which sees frontman Brian Fallon trading duet vocals with longtime band champion and fellow New Jerseyan Bruce Springsteen - is accompanied by an official music video (directed by Kelsey Ayres). The album was produced by GRAMMY Award-winner Peter Katis (The National, Kurt Vile) at his Tarquin Studios in Bridgeport, CT.
"History Books" also serves as title track for the Gaslight Anthem's first new album together in almost a decade. HISTORY BOOKS arrives at last on Friday, October 27. (continue)
Creed Reuniting For Summer Of '99 was a top 23 story of July 2023: (PFA) Creed has announced their long-awaited return with SUMMER OF '99 - an immersive rock 'n' roll celebration at sea highlighted by the GRAMMY Award-winning band's first public live performances in more than a decade. Presented by Sixthman, the leader in festivals and music cruises for more than two decades, SUMMER OF '99 sails April 18-22, 2024 from Miami, FL to Nassau, Bahamas aboard Norwegian Pearl.
Heralded last week with a series of viral teasers that lit up social media, SUMMER OF '99 CRUISE will see Creed - the band comprised of Scott Stapp, Mark Tremonti, Brian Marshall and Scott Phillips - reuniting for the first time since 2012 for two unique live performances under the Caribbean stars on Norwegian Pearl's Pool Deck stage. The once-in-a-lifetime festival cruise will further showcase an explosive lineup that includes Very Special Guest 3 Doors Down alongside a stacked all-star bill featuring Buckcherry, Tonic, Vertical Horizon, Fuel, The Verve Pipe, Tantric, Dishwalla, Louise Post (of Veruca Salt), Nine Days, and hosted by Eddie Trunk and the stars of AXS TV's Power Hour (Matt Pinfield, Caity Babs, and Josh Bernstein). SUMMER OF '99 CRUISE will also feature an exclusive live Q&A with Creed open to all guests, activities with bands and podcast hosts, panels, autograph sessions, and a very special Y2K Countdown theme party. As if that weren't enough, all guests will receive an Autographed Commemorative Item signed by Creed prior to the event. (continue)
ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons Plans To Play Until He Dies was a top 23 story of July 2023: ZZ Top frontman Billy Gibbons says in a new interview that he never plans to retire from music and also spoke about taking part in the tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd legend Gary Rossington at the CMT Awards earlier this year.
Gibbons said of the tribute, "I was wrapping up a recording session in Nashville. As I was leaving the studio, I heard somebody call my name. It turned out to be a gentleman sitting in an SUV that was parked adjacent to the doorway of the studio. I recognized that it was a guy I had met on a number of occasions. He's the promoter of that awards presentation, and he summoned me over to the window. He said, 'Hey, I'm glad I saw you. I need your advice.' I said, 'What might that be?' He said, 'What would you think about putting together a Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute, with this being so close after the passing of [Rossington], the last surviving member.' (continue)
Zach Bryan Made Chart History With 'Something In The Orange' was a top 23 story of July 2023: (Warner) Zach Bryan's "Something In The Orange" is now officially the longest charting country single for a male artist on Billboard's Hot 100 at an astounding 65 consecutive weeks.
The evergreen track, currently #18, surpasses Carrie Underwood's "Before he Cheats" to become the second longest-charting country song of all time, following Leann Rimes "How Do I Live," at 69 straight weeks. Bryan's hit single was certified 4x platinum by the RIAA in June and continues to command its upward trajectory. (continue)
Boston In The Studio For 'Don't Look Back' 45th Anniversary was a top 23 story of July 2023: The 45th anniversary of Boston's sophomore album "Don't Look Back" is being celebrated by the syndicated radio show In The Studio With Redbeard: The Stories Behind History's Greatest Rock Bands.
Redbeard had this to say, "In the sweltering Summer 1978, the band Boston, poised to release their second album Don't Look Back, was a major player in a drama playing out in Memphis TN. The band's debut Boston two years earlier had by August sold seven million copies on its way to becoming the top selling debut ever (now over 17 million ), and the follow-up Don't Look Back was being rush released to North American rock radio stations. Boston, led by my guest here in this classic rock interview, guitarist/composer Tom Scholz, was barely two years from playing Beantown roller rinks and armories, but now their third date on the headline Don't Look Back tour was set for August 15 in Memphis' 10,000 seat Mid South Coliseum in the birthplace of rock and roll. (continue)
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