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Will Billy Joel Ever Tour Again?

Alexa Ray Joel shares an update on her father's health and what she wants him to do if he decides to return to the stage. Continue reading…
Pearl Jam's Mike McCready Has a Rock Opera for Graphic Novel

Here's what you need to know about Mike McCready's new graphic novel and rock opera album. Continue reading…
Live Nation Employees Caught Mocking Customers In Leaked Comments

"I almost feel bad taking advantage of them," one joked. Continue reading…
'Indescribable Hell' Hotel Causes Morrissey to Miss Another Show

"It will take me one year to recover. And that is an understatement," the singer declared. Continue reading…
Rock Connections in Harry Styles' New 'Disco, Occasionally' Album

Session musicians, production experts and some famous studio spaces. Continue reading…
Kevin Cronin: REO Speedwagon Reunion 'Exceeded My Expectations'

The classic-era members have reunited a couple times in recent months. Continue reading…
Rick Wakeman Opens Historic Wakeman and Son U.S. Tour: Setlist

He and Oliver Wakeman were both in Yes, but not at the same time. Continue reading…
Film From John Lennon's Last Concerts Set for Theatrical Release

"That Madison Square Garden gig was the best music I enjoyed playing since the Cavern or even Hamburg," the former Beatles star said. Continue reading…
Watch Sammy Hagar Dig Out Two Long-Lost Songs at 2026 Tour Debut

The Red Rocker returned to some rare Van Halen and Chickenfoot songs. Continue reading…
Neal Schon Has Much Bigger Plans for Journey Beyond

New details have emerged as his application for protection of the band's name moves forward. Continue reading…
Do You Recognize These ’80s Faces?

Some of these familiar ’80s faces are gone, some are still with us, and many look very different today as time keeps marching on. Continue reading…
Bruce Springsteen Pays Surprise Tribute to Pogues' Shane MacGowan

"A Rainy Night in Soho" celebrates the late Celtic punk rocker who he said was "one of my all-time favorite writers." Continue reading…
Jack Osbourne Welcomes New Baby, Named After Ozzy

We're sure the Prince of Darkness would approve. Continue reading…
Hear the Debut Album From Tom Hamilton's New Band, Close Enemies

UCR has an exclusive full preview of the upcoming set, plus a new video for "Take a PIll." Continue reading…
INXS Reissues Breakthrough 'Kick' LP on Limited-Edition Vinyl

They were four albums in – and clearly on the cusp of something big. Continue reading…