Rush Going Back on Tour: What Fans Need to Know
Rush is going back on tour for the first time in 11 years, a decision they describe as “difficult.” The Canadian rock legends announced their Fifty Something outing today (Oct. 6). The limited run of shows begins June 7 in…
Better Rush 1980s Album Comparison: Permanent Waves vs. Moving Pictures
Key Takeaways Album Comparison: The debate centers on which Rush album is superior, Permanent Waves or Moving Pictures. Chart Performance: Permanent Waves peaked at No. 4, while Moving Pictures reached No. 3 on the Billboard 200. Iconic Tracks: Both albums…
Rufus Du Sol, Calvin Harris, John Mayer Music Collaboration
Key Takeaways Weather Impact: High winds and dust disrupted the Rise festival, leading to delayed entry and canceled events. Attendee Experience: Many attendees reported long wait times and limited food options during the festival’s first night. Performance Highlights: Despite challenges,…
Cyndi Lauper Confirms 2026 Tour Dates After Farewell Tour
Cyndi Lauper concluded her farewell tour in August with a guest-packed concert at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles featuring Joni Mitchell and Cher. That was then. She’s back with five new shows in April and May 2026 at the…
Ozzy’s Attempt to Stab Ronnie James Dio, Sharon Osbourne Recalls
In the new documentary Ozzy: No Escape From Now, Sharon Osbourne recalled that Ozzy tried stabbing Ronnie James Dio with a fork when the singers first met. The film will premiere exclusively on Paramount+ tomorrow (Oct. 7). Rolling Stone covered…
Kiss of Spider Woman Carpet: Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck Reunite
Key Insights Film Involvement: Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck reunited for the screening of Kiss of the Spider Woman. Production Role: Affleck’s company, Artists Equity, produced the film, showcasing Lopez’s talent. Critical Acclaim: Affleck praised Lopez’s performance and work ethic…
Ace Frehley Cancels 2025 Concerts Over Medical Concerns
Ace Frehley has canceled his remaining 2025 tour dates due to medical issues. The ex-Kiss guitarist had a handful of shows booked for October and November. He shared the cancellation news on Monday in a brief statement on social media,…
Wolfgang Van Halen Reflects on 5th Anniversary of Eddie’s Death
Wolfgang Van Halen has shared a heartfelt message commemorating the fifth anniversary of Eddie Van Halen's passing. Since then, Eddie’s son has emerged as a prominent figure in rock music, establishing his band Mammoth WVH (now simply Mammoth) shortly after…
Early Prime Day Deals to Start Your Holiday Shopping Now
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Expanding the Band: Rush Plans to Add More Musicians
Rush has announced a reunion tour for 2026, but they have additional plans in store. Currently, the lineup for the Fifty Something tour includes Rush cofounders Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson, along with a new drummer, Anika Nilles. (Rush’s original…
Highest-Certified Rap Song Ever by Kendrick Lamar Surpasses Drake
Key Insights Kendrick Lamar achieved a significant milestone with his song “Goosebumps.” The song is now the highest-certified rap song in history, reaching 17x platinum. Drake still holds the record for multiple diamond-certified singles. Kendrick is close to adding more…
Anika Nilles Joins Rush as Their New Drummer
Key Takeaways Geddy Lee highlighted the current era as fruitful for talented drummers. Anika Nilles, known for her work with Jeff Beck, has been chosen to join Rush on tour. Neil Peart’s passing left a significant impact on the band,…