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Legendary guitarist Steve Vai has announced an extensive 54-date U.S. tour scheduled to begin in January. “Hey Folks. Well, I didn’t realize how much I was missing touring, feeling that stage under my feet, swimming in the atmosphere of your vibe, and all those other delights of being with my band and traveling from city…

Record Store Day has revealed the official lineup of exclusive titles that will be available at participating independent record stores for the annual Black Friday promotion. The list of 150 items includes limited-edition albums, EPs, or singles by artists such as Billie Eilish, Jason Isbell, Aerosmith, Trippie Redd, U2, Black Pumas, John Legend, Jimi Hendrix,…

John Mellencamp is teaming up with Turner Classic Movies to take on the new role of guest programmer, curating two special nights of films. The legendary artist has selected Tortilla Flat, Cool Hand Luke and The Misfits to air on Friday, September 17, followed by The Fugitive Kind, On the Waterfront and East of Eden…

Alice Cooper and The Cult have announced a six-date co-headlining tour of the U.K. in next summer. “The Godfather of Shock Rock” and the British post-punk band will kick off the trek on May 23 in Swansea, Wales, and wrap up on June 1 at First Direct Arena in Leeds, Yorkshire. “I think the DNA…

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Doors final studio album, L.A. Woman, the rock band will release a new full-length concert film later this year. The movie, titled The Doors: Live at the Bowl ’68 Special Edition, will premiere in theaters on November 4. “The film will transform movie theaters into concert venues,…

A new travelling exhibit, “Bruce Springsteen Live!” will open at the Grammy Museum Experience In New Jersey on October 1. The exhibit will run through March 20, 2022 and then travel to the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles in Fall 2022. Curated by the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles, Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for…

Jason Isbell has shared a cover of R.E.M.’s “Driver 8,” the first single from his upcoming album of covers, Georgia Blue. The 13-track album, featuring covers by guest singers such as Bèla Fleck, Chris Thile, Brandi Carlile, Julien Baker, is scheduled for digital release on October 15. Vinyl and CD editions will follow on November…

Ozzy Osbourne has shared a new version of his 30-year-old song “Hellraiser,” featuring his longtime friend and colleague Lemmy Kilmister. “Hellraiser” is a song from Ozzy’s 1991 LP, No More Tears. The digital release of the album is due on Friday, September 17. The release will also be highlighted with two special editions: a 2LP…

A Florida judge has canceled the trial for rock legend Rod Stewart and his son. The judge has scheduled a hearing next month to discuss a plea deal, which could settle charges related to an alleged fight with a hotel security guard on New Year’s Eve nearly two years ago. Stewart and his son Sean,…

Joni Mitchell has signed a new deal with Reservoir Media, Inc., making the music company the worldwide administrator of the music icon’s illustrious publishing catalog. The nine-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter has been called “one of the greatest songwriters ever” by Rolling Stone. Mitchell has released a total of 19 studio albums. She is set to…