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Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts has pulled out of the band’s “No Filter” tour after undergoing a successful medical procedure. “Charlie has had a procedure which was completely successful, but his doctors this week concluded that he now needs proper rest and recuperation,” a Rolling Stones spokesperson said in a statement. Watts said veteran drummer…

Carlos Santana has signed a new global recordings deal with BMG to release his star-studded, upcoming full-length studio album Blessings and Miracles. The debut single from the album is expected later this month. Santana said he is honored to partner with BMG to release Blessings and Miracles. “I would like to thank everyone at BMG…

Tesla guitarist Frank Hannon has revealed that the Northern California hair metal band will release a new single, “Cold Blue Steel,” on August 27. Hannon said in an interview with Rob Rush Radio that the track, co-written by him and singer Jeff Keith, is “a very real-sounding rock and roll new song.” Hannon said that…

A group of Styx fans have launched an online petition calling for the induction of the legendary group into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. “For over 20 years, Styx has been eligible for induction into the Rock & Rock Hall of Fame. We as fans believe the recognition for their achievements and influences…

Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett have announced Love For Sale, a Cole Porter tribute album. The album marks the duo’s second collaborative effort, following their 2015 chart-topper Cheek to Cheek. The album has also been revealed to be Bennett’s last-ever recorded work. Gaga and Bennett recently finished up a 2-night gig at Radio City Music…

Paul McCartney’s McCartney III Imagined, a collection of covers of tracks from his album, McCartney III, has reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales chart. McCartney III Imagined re-entered the Top Album Sales chart dated August 7 for its first week at the top after sales were driven by the release of physical formats…

A collection of electric and acoustic guitars from Journey co-founder Neal Schon was auctioned for more than $4.2 million. On July 31, Heritage Auctions offered 112 guitars from Schon’s extraordinary and expansive museum-quality collection. Schon auctioned the instruments to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the rock band, along with Journey’s return to studio and stage.…

Music industry legends Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie will return as judges for the 20th season of “American Idol.” Veteran host Ryan Seacrest also returns to the singing reality show for ABC’s fifth season as the home of the show in spring 2022. Season five auditions of “American Idol” will begin on August…

Former Quiet Riot bassist Rudy Sarzo has announced his return to the band after a gap of 18 years. Sarzo confirmed the news during an appearance on SiriusXM’s “Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk” program. “I am returning home, going home to Quiet Riot in the beginning of 2022, next year,” he said in the interview…

Members of Duran Duran recently revealed that they turned down an opportunity to collaborate with Michael Jackson. During an interview on “What Happens Live With Andy Cohen” on Monday (August 2), host Andy Cohen asked the British pop-rock band if they had a friendship with Jackson. Keyboardist Nick Rhodes recalled receiving a phone call from…