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Legendary musician Neil Young is officially returning to the United Kingdom and Europe in 2026 with his band, The Chrome Hearts. Fans have been waiting for this news, and the upcoming summer tour looks packed with huge shows, outdoor festivals, and historic venues. The tour will begin on June 19th in Manchester at Heaton Park. … Read more
David Bowie’s 1980s were a time of big music and big fame — but not always big satisfaction, at least not for him. From Experimental Star to Pop Icon In the early ’80s, Bowie made a dramatic shift. The arrival of MTV and his own growing fame pushed him toward a more mainstream, radio-friendly sound. … Read more
When Peter Gabriel left Genesis in the mid-1970s, many people expected him to continue making progressive rock music. But Gabriel had other ideas. Each of his solo albums became more experimental, more emotional, and more daring. By the time he reached his fourth solo album in 1982 — often called Peter Gabriel 4 or Security … Read more
Bruce Springsteen is a huge name in rock, but you can’t talk about his success without talking about the E Street Band. They’re not just backup musicians — they’re the heart and soul of his music. A Band That Built His Sound Springsteen first formed the E Street Band in the early 1970s. The band … Read more
Joni Mitchell and David Crosby had a romantic relationship in the late 1960s. Crosby, famous from The Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash, even produced Joni’s first album. But things went wrong when Joni discovered Crosby was being unfaithful. Instead of ending things quietly, Joni did it in the most Joni way possible: she wrote … Read more
Jerry Garcia’s 1972 Solo Album: A Simple Look at a Surprising Treasure In 1972, Jerry Garcia released his first solo album, Garcia. At the time, most people knew him as the lead guitarist of the Grateful Dead, but this album showed something different — a more personal, relaxed, and creative side of him. What makes … Read more
Ringo Starr in 1974: Searching for His Place After The Beatles By 1974, all four Beatles were deep into their solo careers. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and George Harrison had already proven they could stand on their own. Their albums — like Imagine, RAM, and Harrison’s spiritual releases — showed they were still as creative … Read more
Country music star Vince Gill received the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award during the 59th Annual CMA Awards 2025, held on November 19, 2025. A special tribute Before Gill went on stage, he was honored with a touching performance: Brandi Carlile and Patty Loveless sang his hit song “When I Call Your Name”. The tribute … Read more
Did you know there might be a hidden duet between Ozzy Osbourne and Madonna? It’s a surprising music-world secret. What Happened Back in 1983, the band Was (Not Was) recorded a song called “Shake Your Head (Let’s Go to Bed).” They invited young Madonna to sing on it — before she became super famous. Ozzy … Read more
Alex Lifeson, best known as the guitarist of the legendary band Rush, grew up inspired by some of rock’s most iconic players. But among all of them, one name stands out for him more than the rest: Pete Townshend of The Who. Lifeson has often said that Townshend had a huge influence on his style. … Read more
