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10 Essential Rock Albums From 1985: Exclusive Excerpt

Music became ubiquitous during the decade. Our immersion was total, and the buy-in authentic. Continue reading…

Billy Joel Cancels Tour After Diagnosis of Rare Brain Disorder

His condition is often misidentified as Alzheimer's disease. Continue reading…

See Bob Dylan Play 'All Along the Watchtower' With Billy Strings

It was a rare instance of Dylan being joined by a guest. Continue reading…

Steve Perry Will Sing Journey Songs, But Not With Journey

After surprise "Faithfully" cover, he discusses possibility of a long-hoped-for reunion and a return to the road. Continue reading…

25 Songs That Almost Ruined Classic Albums

Admit it: You skip these tracks, too. Continue reading…

Rock's 20 Best Four-Album Runs

These are the stuff of legend. Continue reading…

NJ Bar Cancels Springsteen Cover Band After Anti-Trump Comments

"Toms River is red and won't stand for his bulls---," bar owner Tony Rivoli said. Continue reading…

Metallica Announces 2026 Tour Dates With Heavy-Hitting Lineups

The M72 world tour enters its fourth year with a stacked European itinerary. Continue reading…

Jethro Tull Announces Six-Disc 'Still Living in the Past'

Band's 1972 compilation gets expanded with demos, live tracks and remixes. Continue reading…

Rock Collector and Indianapolis Colts Owner Jim Irsay Dead at 65

Billionaire paid millions for guitars owned by David Gilmour, Bob Dylan, George Harrison and others, and wanted the world to see them. Continue reading…

Van Halen Album Opening Songs Ranked

Eddie Van Halen and his bandmates clearly understood the power of a strong introduction. Continue reading…

Judas Priest Documentary Co-Directed by Tom Morello in Production

'The Ballad of Judas Priest' chronicles the Metal Gods' 50-plus-year career, from their working-class U.K. roots to the top of the hard rock heap. Continue reading…

Bruce Springsteen Releases 'Land of Hope and Dreams' Live EP

His onstage remarks during this show sparked a heated controversy. Continue reading…

Hear Tony Iommi on Robbie Williams' New Song 'Rocket'

The Britpop icon has teamed up with the former Black Sabbath guitarist for a track that will appear on the former's new album. Continue reading…

5 '80s Rock and Metal Guitarists Who Started Great New Bands

Previous success and loads of talent don't guarantee future prosperity, but these bands rock nonetheless. Continue reading…

Ronnie Radke Says He Called FBI About Tommy Lee Catfishing Drama

Falling In Reverse singer wants to clear his name after being accused of contacting drummer’s estranged wife. Continue reading…

Kelly Hansen Quitting Foreigner

“Being the voice of Foreigner has been one of the greatest honors of my life,” Hansen declared. Continue reading…

George Wendt, Who Starred as Norm on 'Cheers,' Dead at 76

He earned six Emmy nominations for playing the lovable barfly. Continue reading…

Neil Young Takes Aim at Trump: 'I'm Not Scared of You'

"Bruce [Springsteen] and thousands of musicians think you are ruining America," Young said in a statement. Continue reading…

Starship's 'We Built This City' Gets Even Worse in New Commercial

The widely despised 1985 hit single hopes to change your toilet paper game. Continue reading…

Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band Add Fall Tour Dates

Former Beatle extends 2025 run in support of latest album, 'Look Up.' Continue reading…

How the Grateful Dead Met

"It always felt like destiny," Phil Lesh would say many years after the world's most famous jam band was born. Continue reading…

Jim Morrison’s Stolen Grave Statue Recovered After 37 Years

French cops confirm the marble bust of Doors frontman was found during an unrelated investigation Continue reading…

How Social Distortion Inspired a Punk Rock Explosion

A new book explains how the Orange County legends influenced bands in multiple genres, including the Offspring, No Doubt and Sublime, to follow a similar path. Continue reading…

Vintage ’70s Food Photos That’ll Take You Back in Time

The '70s were freewheeling and full of flair, and the food was just as bold. From groovy dinner parties to gelatin-packed creations, take a trip down memory lane with these unforgettable '70s food photos. Continue reading…