Jorma Kaukonen Celebrates 85 with Unique Concert Series
Jorma Kaukonen will celebrate his upcoming 85th birthday with a run of shows featuring several special guests this fall. The Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna cofounder will perform four shows billed as the 85th Birthday Celebration as part of his…
Megadeth Album That Transformed Dimebag Darrell’s Life
On the night Dimebag Darrell first met David Ellefson, he wanted to express how much Megadeth meant to him. The former Megadeth bassist and founding member recently shared an early conversation he had with the late Pantera guitarist, recalling a…
AI Memo from Universal Music CEO Lucian Grainge: Full Text Inside
Universal Music Group (UMG) chairman/CEO Lucian Grainge has updated UMG employees on the “progress” the music giant is making on generative artificial intelligence in a new staff-wide memo circulated Monday (Oct. 13), which outlines the company’s efforts to safeguard artists’…
Rock’s Biggest Bands’ Hilariously Bad First Concerts
To achieve rock ‘n’ roll success, the journey can be quite challenging. For evidence, one need only consider the unusual, often gritty, and typically vacant venues where future rock icons like AC/DC, Guns N’ Roses, and Def Leppard performed their…
Better Rush Album Comparison: ‘Rush’ and ‘Clockwork Angels’
The love for Rush continues this week as we compare the band’s first (Rush) and final (Clockwork Angels) albums to determine which is superior. This is essentially the “how it started / how it’s going” debate featured on the Loudwire…
Busta Rhymes Countersues Ex-Assistant in Assault Lawsuit
Key Takeaways Counterclaims: Busta Rhymes has filed defamation counterclaims against his former assistant. Lawsuit Details: The original lawsuit alleges physical assault and workplace abuse by Rhymes. Legal Strategy: Rhymes’ countersuit argues that the assistant’s claims harmed his reputation. Defamation Claims:…
John Denver’s Death: Remembering His Legacy
On Oct. 12, 1997, John Denver was the lone person aboard his homebuilt airplane when it crashed into Monterey Bay on the California coast. The “Rocky Mountain High” singer-songwriter lost his life that day at 53 years old, and the…
De La Soul’s New Album Honors Trugoy The Dove
Key Takeaways New Album: De La Soul’s upcoming album is titled Cabin in the Sky. Tribute: The album honors their late member, Trugoy The Dove, who passed away in 2023. Film Inspiration: The title references a 1943 all-Black musical film….
Metal Weddings Weekend Features Gene Simmons as Officiant
It was a big weekend for metal weddings and Elvis in different forms. Not one, but two big metal weddings happened over the weekend in Georgia and Las Vegas. Brann Dailor of Mastodon Marries Calina Walker Friends and family were…
Fred again..’s Tour: 10 Shows Across 10 Cities Photos
A earlier this month, Fred again.. launched his exciting series of 10 shows in 10 weeks across 10 cities, coinciding with the release of his USB002 project. The English producer is unveiling one song from USB002 alongside each week’s performance,…
Eagles 2026 Concert Dates Added to Show Schedule
The Eagles have added more dates to their 2026 concert schedule. The four new shows extend the band’s performances to eight, including the previously announced shows for next year at Las Vegas’ Sphere. READ MORE: Top 35 Country Rock Songs…
OutKast Induction by Killer Mike & JID at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Key Highlights Induction Ceremony: OutKast will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on November 8. Special Guests: Killer Mike, JID, and Sleepy Brown will join the ceremony to honor OutKast. Influence: All three guests have acknowledged…