Ramones Tribute Concert in Los Angeles: Set List and Photos
Key Takeaways Concert Tribute: An all-star tribute concert to the Ramones was held in Los Angeles. Featured Artists: The supergroup, named the Cretin Family, included Billie Joe Armstrong and Billy Idol. Anniversary Celebration: The event commemorated the 50th anniversary of…
Bad Wolves Release Cover of Dolly Parton After Guitarist Exits
Bad Wolves have officially released their cover of Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” after their guitarist AJ Rebollo quit over its release. The band shared in a press release that they’d recorded a cover of the hit just a few days after…
Dolly Parton: Was She a True Pop Star? Pop Shop Podcast
Key Takeaways Dolly Parton’s Intentions: Throughout her career, Dolly Parton did not aim to “go pop” despite her popularity. Billboard Podcast Insights: The latest episode discusses Parton’s relationship with pop music and her crossover hits. Music Genre Preference: Parton prefers…
Fifty Something Tour Expands to Four New U.S. Cities
Key Highlights New Cities: Rush has added four new cities to their reunion tour. Tour Dates: The new dates are scheduled for October and November. Ticket Sales: Tickets go on sale at 10AM local time on September 4. Lineup Change:…
Better AC/DC Album: ‘Let There Be Rock’ or ‘Back in Black’
This one’s sure to send a lightning bolt through the AC/DC fandom. For this week’s Chuck’s Fight Club on the Loudwire Nights radio show, we’re asking you to choose a favorite album between Let There Be Rock and Back in…
Dolly Parton Merch with Iconic Quotes: Shop Online Now
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Dolly Parton’s Official Merch Sweater Dolly…
Rubber Soul Song That Revolutionized Sound with Fuzz Box
The blurry-sounding guitar line that leads the Beatles’ “Think for Yourself” from 1965’s Rubber Soul? That’s actually no guitar at all. It’s a bass part, played by Paul McCartney and fed through a device called a fuzz box, which creates…
Fifty Something Tour: Rush Adds 4 New Dates for 2026
The 2026 Fifty Something tour by Rush is progressing successfully, and the band has just announced four additional stops to their extensive itinerary. The group was already scheduled until April 2027 but found space this fall to include four more…
Choosin’ Texas by Ella Langley Tops Hot 100 for 20 Weeks
Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” achieves a landmark 20th week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 — claiming the sole longest run ever atop the chart for a non-holiday song. The smash first led in February, has already set…
ZZ Top Remains Authentic with New Lineup, Says Billy Gibbons
Billy Gibbons insists his band’s current lineup is “still ZZ Top,” even if he’s the last remaining member from the trio’s classic era. For more than 50 years, Gibbons, bassist Dusty Hill, and drummer Frank Beard made up ZZ Top…
Mastodon Drummer Faces $800 Phone Bill with Jordison Over Film
Key Takeaways Friendship Origin: Brann Dailor and Joey Jordison’s friendship deepened through sharing quotes from the movie River’s Edge. Emotional Impact: The new album Marrow Deep reflects the heavy emotional circumstances surrounding the band, including personal losses. Collaboration Dynamics: The…
Dolly Parton Laid to Rest in Private Nashville Family Service
Key Takeaways Funeral Details: Dolly Parton was laid to rest in a private family ceremony in Nashville. Burial Request: She requested to be buried in a bed of plush cotton, reflecting her life as a performer. Song Choice: Parton chose…