Sons of Kiss’ Stanley and Simmons Debut Their First Single
Key Takeaways Debut single: Nick Simmons and Evan Stanley released “Body Down,” showcasing a unique acoustic sound. Family legacy: The duo aims to carve their own path rather than revive Kiss. Album development: What started as one song has evolved…
Chained Saint’s New EP Live at The Whisky A Go Go Released
Live at the Whisky A Go Go, the new live EP from rising Florida thrashers Chained Saint, is out now. The five-track release showcases the young band in an intimate environment, shaking the walls of one of Los Angeles’ most…
Kennedy Center Medals Awarded to KISS and George Strait by Trump
On Saturday (Dec. 6), President Donald Trump presented the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees with their medals during a ceremony in the Oval Office, praising the artists he helped select as “perhaps the most accomplished and renowned class” ever assembled. Explore…
Twisted Sister Reveals First 2026 US Reunion Tour Date
Twisted Sister has announced the first American show of their 2026 reunion tour. The band will perform on Sept. 4 at the Alaska State Fair in Palmer, Alaska. Of course, it’s possible they could announce another, earlier U.S. show at…
Twisted Sister Reveal First U.S. Reunion Tour Date for 2026
Twisted Sister has announced the first American show of their 2026 reunion tour. The band will perform on Sept. 4 at the Alaska State Fair in Palmer, Alaska. Of course, it’s possible they could announce another, earlier U.S. show at…
Guitarist and Session Musician Passes Away at 84
Phil Upchurch, an iconic guitarist and session musician who collaborated with Donny Hathaway, Michael Jackson, and countless other music legends, has died. He was 84. Upchurch passed away on Nov. 23 in Los Angeles, according to his wife, Sonya Maddox-Upchurch….
Double Fantasy Producer Reflects on Court Battle with Yoko Ono
Jack Douglas was the producer behind John Lennon’s final albums: 1980’s Double Fantasy and 1984’s posthumously-released Milk and Honey. Given his close relationship with Lennon and the musician’s tragic murder, Douglas initially didn’t make a big deal out of the…
New Rock and Metal Tours Announced This Week
If you’re searching for an excellent Christmas gift, concert tickets are a fantastic option, and we have 11 more rock and metal acts announcing upcoming dates that could serve as great stocking stuffers. This week, one announcement that certainly caught…
Dua Lipa’s Spanish and Portuguese Song Covers on World Tour
A lo largo de la Radical Optimism World Tour de Dua Lipa, la superestrella multilingüe ha asumido un desafío ambicioso: interpretar canciones icónicas de los países y ciudades que visita, en su idioma nativo. La etapa latinoamericana de su gira…
Pretty Woman Covers: Six Unique Takes on Roy Orbison’s Classic
Roy Orbison’s “Oh, Pretty Woman” came about effortlessly. At home one day, while working on some songs with cowriter Bill Dees, Orbison’s first wife, Claudette, passed through the room, announcing that she was on her way out for some shopping….
Big 4 Rock and Metal Artists to Watch in 2025
Which bands and artists would represent the “Big 4” of rock and metal in 2025? The “Big 4” is a term that has long described the four bands that served as the foundation of thrash metal — Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth,…
Spotify Stock Declines 6%, Live Nation Rises 6% Amid Music Market Drop
Key Takeaways Live Nation performance: Live Nation’s stock increased by 6.0% to $139.33 despite ongoing legal challenges. Billboard Global Music Index: The BGMI fell 2.1% to 2,542.64, marking its ninth decline in 11 weeks. Spotify decline: Spotify’s shares decreased by…