Historic events this week from Pearl Jam, Van Halen, David Bowie, Bruce Springsteen and Iron Maiden… MORE
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Flogging Molly’s Dave King Suffered Brain Hemorrhage Earlier This Year And Spent Two Weeks In A Coma
On January 24, Flogging Molly frontman Dave King suffered a brain hemorrhage, and subsequently underwent two surgeries to save his life, which resulted in the musician spending two weeks in a coma. King’s wife and bandmate, Bridget Regan, provided an update on his health status on Flogging Molly’s Instagram page on Monday (March 17). “I…… MORE
Yeah Yeah Yeahs Announce Hidden In Pieces Tour To Celebrate Their 25th Anniversary
After teasing a new run of shows on social media last week, on Monday (March 17), Yeah Yeah Yeahs officially announced the dates and details of their upcoming Hidden In Pieces Tour. The eight-city jaunt is in celebration of the band’s 25th anniversary, and will include multiple-night stands at intimate theaters across the U.K., Mexico,…… MORE
Papa Roach’s “Even If It Kills Me” Hits No. 1 On Mainstream Rock Airplay Chart
Papa Roach continues its career-best streak of No. 1 hits on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart, reaching the top spot this week with their new standalone single, “Even If It Kills Me.” This marks the California hard rock band’s 11th chart-topping single overall, and their fourth consecutive No. 1 hit – starting with “No Apologies”…… MORE
Iron Maiden Announces Upcoming Documentary Commemorating The Band’s 50th Anniversary
On Friday (March 14), Iron Maiden announced on Instagram that Universal Pictures Content Group has begun production on a documentary chronicling the legendary heavy metal band’s 50-year career. The film is set for international release in the fall, with U.S. distribution details yet to be confirmed. The rock doc will take fans on an “emotive…… MORE
Eddie Vedder Starts “Vedder Cup” Benefit Competition For Mariners-Padres Games, Joins Jack White Onstage In Tokyo
Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder announced a partnership with Major League Baseball on Friday that will have the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres competing annually for the Vedder Cup, while supporting Epidermolysis Bullosa research. The winning team of the six-game series – featuring clubs from Vedder’s former hometown of San Diego and his current home…… MORE
ZZ Top’s Frank Beard Leaves Band’s Tour Due To “Health Issue”
Longtime ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard is taking a temporary leave from the band’s current tour due to health issues. While no specific details were provided about the nature of his ailment, ZZ Top’s management released a statement revealing that Beard has to undergo an unnamed health procedure that requires his immediate attention, but they…… MORE
Neil Young Will No Longer Sell ‘Platinum’ Tickets On Future Tours, Inspired By The Cure’s Robert Smith
In a post on his NY Archives site on Saturday (March 15), Neil Young vowed to eliminate the sale of high-priced “Platinum” tickets during his future tours. The move is inspired by the Cure’s Robert Smith, who openly criticized Ticketmaster’s dynamic pricing model while fighting to keep ticket prices low on his band’s recent tours.…… MORE
Glenn Danzig Criticizes Bands Who Continue To Play Shows After “Final” Tour
In a new interview with KCAL host Radioactive MikeZ, Glenn Danzig said that while he has no plans to retire, if he were to announce a final concert, he would uphold the commitment. “I remember when Danzig went out with Ozzy, that was supposed to be his final tour,” he recalled with a laugh. “And…… MORE
Rod Stewart Has Shot Of Whisky Onstage To Celebrate His 200th Vegas Residency Show
On Wednesday night (March 12), Rod Stewart took the stage at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace to perform his 200th show as part of his ongoing Las Vegas residency. The 80-year-old Rock and Roll Hall of Famer celebrated the occasion by taking a shot of Wolfie’s Whisky – which Stewart founded – after he was…… MORE
