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Thomas Dolby Headlines Totally Tubular 2026 Touring Festival

The new wave revival is in full swing on the 2026 concert circuit. Continue reading…
Guns N' Roses Cover Rare Sex Pistols Song Live for the First Time

The band add yet another unexpected song to their marathon live shows. Continue reading…
When Dolly Parton Released Her Debut Single

It was 1959, and the future Rock & Roll Hall of Famer was just 13 years old. Continue reading…
Hear Sebastian Bach Sing a Uriah Heep Classic

UCR is pleased to premiere the track, which comes from Nuclear Messiah, the all-star project featuring former Megadeth guitarist Chris Poland. Continue reading…
What Are the 'Big 4' of Weed Songs?

Marijuana and rock music have a long history together. Continue reading…
Watch Phish Honor Joe Walsh at the Sphere

They performed a special cover for the Eagles rocker, who was sitting in the crowd. Continue reading…
How Thomas Dolby Is Updating His ‘80s Past

The synth legend also tells UCR about working with Jerry Garcia and Bob Weir. Continue reading…
Scorpions' Tour of India Canceled Due to 'Medical Circumstances'

It's reportedly due to "unforeseen medical circumstances affecting the band members." Continue reading…
Paul McCartney Confirms Duet With Ringo Starr, 'Home to Us'

It will appear on McCartney's upcoming album 'The Boys of Dungeon Lane.' Continue reading…
David Lee Roth Brings Back Rare Van Halen Gem on Opening Night

He also reportedly covered Billy Joel's 'New York State of Mind.' Continue reading…
How Dan Fogelberg Made His Secret Dream Come True

Legendary photographer Henry Diltz and former bandmates look back at the singer-songwriter's long career. Continue reading…
How Three Dog Night's 'Joy to the World' Made Chart History

It made the song's writer, Hoyt Axton, and his mom, Mae Axton, the first parent/child combination to each have a No. 1 hit on the singles chart. Continue reading…
What to Know About Frank Zappa's New 'Zappa 66 Vol. 1' Release

Vaulternative Records returns with a set of 1966 songs from around the time of the Mothers of Invention's debut. Continue reading…
Iron Maiden Will Not Attend Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction

According to a new statement from the band's manager, "the fans always come first." Continue reading…
Record Store Day 2026's Exclusive Rock Releases

This annual indy retail event first took place on April 19, 2008, yet it still finds ways to surprise and delight. Continue reading…