Sammy Hagar and Rick Springfield Hit the Road for Love Fest
The name of Sammy Hagar’s Best of All Worlds tour comes with a lot of expectations. This summer, he’s been delivering on that promise and even putting in a bit of extra firepower, thanks to special guest Rick Springfield, who…
Aaron Lewis Album Used as Taylor Swift Packing Paper
Aaron Lewis’ new album, Give My Country Back, won’t be available until next month, but it’s already begun making the rounds — in the form packing material for Taylor Swift merchandise. On Thursday (June 26), Lewis shared a video on…
Victory: Madeon’s First New Album in 7 Years Discussed
Key Takeaways Emotional Journey: Madeon’s latest album, Victory, reflects his personal experiences following a breakup. Musical Evolution: The album showcases a shift towards experimental electro/punk/pop sounds compared to his previous works. Artistic Collaboration: Madeon collaborated with various artists to enhance…
Consecrated Ground: Ann Wilson Unveils New Album
Ann Wilson will release a new album this summer, titled Consecrated Ground. It’s set for release on Aug. 14. It’s her second studio collaboration with her band Tripsitter and contains nine tracks. According to a press release, Consecrated Ground is…
5 Major Bands That Performed Intimate Gigs Under Aliases
Here are five major rock and metal bands that have performed small shows under various names. There are many ways to gauge success, but when a band reaches the point of needing to perform under a pseudonym to remain low-key,…
2026 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Vanguard Award Goes to Leon Thomas
Key Takeaways Award Recognition: Leon Thomas received the Vanguard Award at the 2026 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Awards. Musical Journey: He has transitioned from a child star to a Grammy-winning artist, showcasing his growth in the music industry. Collaboration Impact:…
David Clayton-Thomas, Blood Sweat and Tears Frontman, Dies at 84
Key Takeaways David Clayton-Thomas, the renowned singer of Blood Sweat and Tears, has passed away at 84. He played a crucial role in revitalizing the band after their initial success in 1968. Clayton-Thomas faced significant challenges in his early life,…
Sex Pistols’ Glen Matlock Launches New Documentary and Tour
On Wednesday (June 24), Glen Matlock, the original bassist for the Sex Pistols, joined Loudwire Nights to celebrate the recent release of his new documentary, I Was a Teenage Sex Pistol. Listen to the full conversation in the player near…
Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo Lead ARIA Charts
Key Takeaways Olivia Rodrigo remains at No. 1 on Australia’s albums chart with You Seem Pretty Sad For A Girl So In Love. Chillinit debuts at No. 5 with his album Wisdom Weed & Wordplay, marking his fifth top five…
Eternal (Live) Expectations and Insights
A huge collection of live performances by Joy Division will be released later this year. Eternal (Live), which comes out on Sept. 25, includes 16 performances across 14 CDs, sourced from audience-recorded cassettes, soundboard tapes, and broadcast recordings. The music…
David Clayton-Thomas, Blood Sweat and Tears Frontman, Dies at 84
Key Takeaways David Clayton-Thomas, the renowned singer, has passed away at the age of 84. He played a pivotal role in revitalizing Blood Sweat and Tears after their initial success. Clayton-Thomas faced significant challenges during his early life, including homelessness….
FIFA World Cup Release: Madonna and Feid’s ‘Read My Lips’
Key Takeaways New Release: Madonna’s latest track, “Read My Lips,” is a bilingual collaboration with Feid. Album Expansion: This song is part of the expanded Official FIFA World Cup 26 album, now featuring 20 tracks. Upcoming Album: The full album…