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11/01/2025

Rolling Stones Share More Tracks From Super Deluxe Edition of 1976’s ‘Black and Blue’ When ‘Halloween’ Introduced Us to Michael ...

The album was their first following the departure of Mick Taylor who was eventually replaced by Ronnie Wood, one of several guitarists who auditioned for the band.

In a decade of great thrillers and slasher movies, one film taught us to never trust a lone wolf trick-or-treater again. “Scream queen” Jamie Lee Curtis was just 19.

The Memphis septet took an obscure R&B tune and turned it into a top 5 rocker in 1965. The story behind the recording—and the band—is fascinating.

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The album was their first following the departure of Mick Taylor who was eventually replaced by Ronnie Wood, one of several guitarists who auditioned for the band.

11/01/2025

Wings Anthology Coming, Curated by Paul McCartney Rocking the Charts: The Top Albums of October 1981 9 (More) Signature Rock Cla...

The collection coincides with the release of the book, Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run, which also arrives in November.

Though Top 40 programmers stubbornly played songs by A/C acts, the top slots on the U.S. sales chart were dominated by rock acts.

Top 40 occasionally turned a deaf ear to some of the greatest works from legendary rock artists like John Fogerty and Elton John.

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The collection coincides with the release of the book, Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run, which also arrives in November.

10/31/2025

Who Are You: The Who Release Eye-Opening Super Deluxe Edition of Final Studio Album Recorded With Keith Moon When ‘Halloween’ In...

The SDE includes over 70 previously unreleased tracks featuring never-before-heard mixes, alternate takes, newly mixed live tracks and candid recordings of the band rehearsing in 1977 and 1978.

In a decade of great thrillers and slasher movies, one film taught us to never trust a lone wolf trick-or-treater again. “Scream queen” Jamie Lee Curtis was just 19.

The Memphis septet took an obscure R&B tune and turned it into a top 5 rocker in 1965. The story behind the recording—and the band—is fascinating.

The announcement comes after JBJ’s much documented vocal cord surgery and rehab process.

The 3-day event, in November 2025, features renowned Beatles historians and authors as well as performances by Max Weinberg and Jake Clemons of the E Street Band.

If your life depended on escaping Halloween without once hearing the number, you’d soon find yourself moldering six feet under.

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The SDE includes over 70 previously unreleased tracks featuring never-before-heard mixes, alternate takes, newly mixed live tracks and candid recordings of the band rehearsing in 1977 and 1978.

10/31/2025

Question Mark + the Mysterians’ 96 Tears: The Riff Lights Out! Jeff Lynne Closes 2024’s Final US Tour With a Magical Set: Concer...

It starts with one of the most memorable riffs in rock history and the tale that follows: You did me wrong, but you will get yours yet. So who is “?”

The maestro capped off the 31-date North American run of Jeff Lynne’s ELO with a spectacular, hit-driven show.

The film comes from Academy Award winning director Morgan Neville (20 Feet from Stardom).

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It starts with one of the most memorable riffs in rock history and the tale that follows: You did me wrong, but you will get yours yet. So who is "?"

10/31/2025

Little Feat’s ‘The Last Record Album’ Gets Deluxe Treatment Radio Hits in October 1978: Kenny and Stevie Were Doin’ It When Eddi...

“This was the moment when the full range of their songwriting voices stepped forward.”

The Stones, The Who, Bob Seger, Billy Joel and Foreigner were all in the Top 10 this week but rock’s days were numbered in that format.

In 2019, a week after reports of health issues arose, the guitar legend appeared in a series of photos that elevated him to heights he likely never imagined.

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2025's expanded edition of Little Feat's 'The Last Record Album' collects early sketches, raw demos and alternate takes.

10/30/2025

Resurrecting Bobby ‘Boris’ Pickett’s ‘The Original Monster Mash’ LP Question Mark + the Mysterians’ 96 Tears: The Riff Lights Ou...

If your life depended on escaping Halloween without once hearing the number, you’d soon find yourself moldering six feet under.

It starts with one of the most memorable riffs in rock history and the tale that follows: You did me wrong, but you will get yours yet. So who is “?”

The maestro capped off the 31-date North American run of Jeff Lynne’s ELO with a spectacular, hit-driven show.

The film comes from Academy Award winning director Morgan Neville (20 Feet from Stardom).

If you’re a fan—and especially if you’re interested in the creative impulses and personal challenges that gave birth to Nebraska—you won’t want to miss this film.

Many of the acts selected were eligible for decades as the HoF continues to play catch-up.

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Bobby 'Boris' Pickett’s 'The Original Monster Mash' LP is perfect for Halloween parties, for kids and adults alike.

10/30/2025

Elton John’s ‘Captain Fantastic’ Gets 50th Anniversary Editions Bruce Springsteen Biopic ‘Deliver Me From Nowhere’ Opens Herb Al...

During his remarkable run of success with lyricist Bernie Taupin, the 1975 album became the first in history to debut at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart.

“If some fans go in expecting the equivalent of a greatest hits package, think again. [The film] is the real deal, an intelligent, deliberately paced journey into the soul of an artist.”—Deadline

He continues to commemorate the 60th anniversary of his historic album Whipped Cream & Other Delights performing hits like “The Lonely Bull,” “Spanish Flea,” “Taste of Honey” and his vocal smash, “This Guy’s In Love With You.”

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During his remarkable run of success with lyricist Bernie Taupin, the 1975 album became the first in history to debut at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart.

10/29/2025

Willie Nelson: A New Book Analyzes His Massive Album Catalog Bon Jovi Add Dates to 2026 Tour as Return to Stage is Met With ‘Ove...

This handsome new hardcover book is stocked with factual details on every album, along with analyses of the music within.

The announcement comes after JBJ’s much documented vocal cord surgery and rehab process.

Setzer (guitar, vocals), Lee Rocker (upright bass, vocals) and Slim Jim Phantom (drums, vocals) were about to begin a month-long run.

Said the Motown great of the groundbreaking 1972 album, “I wanted to express various things that I felt…the passions, emotion and love.”

The writer and/or director of such acclaimed films as Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Jerry Maguire, and Almost Famous, was an unlikely rock and roll insider at age 15.

“Until the day he died, Lou didn’t know that the applause on his best-selling album came from a John Denver concert!”—Producer Steve Katz

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A 2025 book, All the Albums: The Stories Behind the Music, analyzes Willie Nelson's massive catalog, grading the best to the worst and offering details on each.

10/29/2025

Bruce Springsteen Releases Expanded ‘Holy Grail’ Edition of ‘Nebraska’ Wings Anthology Coming, Curated by Paul McCartney Rocking...

The 5-disc set, timed to the release of the feature film Deliver Me From Nowhere, includes The E Street Band’s fabled “Electric Nebraska” sessions and solo outtakes from the era.

The collection coincides with the release of the book, Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run, which also arrives in November.

Though Top 40 programmers stubbornly played songs by A/C acts, the top slots on the U.S. sales chart were dominated by rock acts.

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The 5-disc set, timed to the release of the feature film Deliver Me From Nowhere, includes The E Street Band’s fabled “Electric Nebraska” sessions and solo outtakes from the era.

10/29/2025

Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson Again Significantly Expand 2026 Rush Tour 10 Top Second Albums From Classic Rockers Leslie West on Playi...

“It’s been over 10 years since Alex and I have performed the music of Rush alongside our fallen bandmate and friend Neil.”

A sophomore slump is a common classic rock jinx. Here are some where artists like Creedence and the Beatles made a big creative leap between albums 1 and 2.

The Mountain man recalls his solo years and jam sessions sitting in with fellow rock giants, and much more.

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"It’s been over 10 years since Alex and I have performed the music of Rush alongside our fallen bandmate and friend Neil."

10/28/2025

Lou Reed ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll Animal’: Behind the Scenes Bruce Springsteen Releases Expanded ‘Holy Grail’ Edition of ‘Nebraska’ Wings ...

“Until the day he died, Lou didn’t know that the applause on his best-selling album came from a John Denver concert!”—Producer Steve Katz

The 5-disc set, timed to the release of the feature film Deliver Me From Nowhere, includes The E Street Band’s fabled “Electric Nebraska” sessions and solo outtakes from the era.

The collection coincides with the release of the book, Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run, which also arrives in November.

Though Top 40 programmers stubbornly played songs by A/C acts, the top slots on the U.S. sales chart were dominated by rock acts.

Top 40 occasionally turned a deaf ear to some of the greatest works from legendary rock artists like John Fogerty and Elton John.

The landmark 1995 series has been restored and remastered in celebration of its 30th anniversary with updated releases on screen, as music collections and in print.

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The album's producer shares some great inside stories.

10/28/2025

John Lennon’s Massive ‘Power to the People’ Box Set: Review Rock Hall Reveals More Special Guests and Performers for Class of 20...

Lennon lovers will find interesting material in the new collection, and even casual fans will discover some pleasures here.

Many of the acts selected were eligible for decades as the HoF continues to play catch-up.

Slowhand turns 81 on March 30.

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Review: John Lennon’s ‘Power to the People’ box set includes live concert material as well as dozens of home recordings and more.

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