Guns N’ Roses have never been a band to play it safe — and their 2026 tour is proving that once again. In a moment that caught even longtime fans off guard, the band pulled out a true deep-cut rarity during their recent show in Fortaleza, Brazil: “Black Leather.” Midway through a massive 27-song set, … Read more
There’s something quietly remarkable about watching a musician decades into their career still pushing forward like it’s their prime. Ronnie Wood isn’t just doing that in 2026—he’s thriving in it. This year, Wood steps back into the spotlight with a special headline-style concert in the UK, one that feels less like a routine show and … Read more
Mark Kendall, best known as a founding member of the rock band Great White, is currently navigating a serious health battle after being diagnosed with stage four kidney cancer. Despite the gravity of the diagnosis, he continues to focus on progress, gratitude, and maintaining a steady outlook through treatment. Treatment Showing Encouraging Signs Kendall has … Read more
The rock world is reflecting on the loss of a significant figure from its formative years, as guitarist and songwriter Dave Mason has died at the age of 79. Among the many tributes, one of the most heartfelt came from his former bandmate Steve Winwood, who shared a deeply personal reflection on their shared history … Read more
On this day in 1994, Pink Floyd’s The Division Bell reached No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart — marking another defining peak in the long, evolving story of Pink Floyd. Released on 28 March 1994, the album would go on to top charts in more than 10 countries, including the United States, where it … Read more
Bruce Springsteen is once again at the center of cultural debate after a New Jersey music reporter sharply criticized his latest performance, calling it “hypocritical” and a “racket.” The comments have reignited long-running tensions around Springsteen’s public identity as a working-class storyteller versus his status as a global touring powerhouse. The criticism directly challenges the … Read more
When Black Sabbath stepped onto the stage in Birmingham for their “Back to the Beginning” farewell, it was never going to be just another concert. It became something far bigger — a nine-hour celebration of legacy that pulled in 45,000 fans on-site and millions more watching around the world. The lineup alone felt like a … Read more
Few bands have shapeshifted as effortlessly—or as convincingly—as The Rolling Stones. From their deep-rooted love of Chicago blues to their flirtations with psychedelia and country, they’ve built a catalogue that feels both restless and rooted. But not every experiment fit comfortably—at least not for everyone in the band. One of the most revealing examples is … Read more
In the music industry, admiration and competition often exist side by side. Artists may respect each other’s work, draw inspiration from one another, and even share similar themes—but when it comes to chart positions, sales, and cultural dominance, there’s only room for one at the top. And in 1980, that reality hit Tom Petty harder … Read more
Before they changed the course of rock history with Nevermind, Nirvana was a band on the verge of falling apart. It’s easy to look back now and see them as unstoppable—a raw, explosive force that redefined the sound of the early ’90s. But just before recording the album that would make them global icons, everything … Read more