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How Anika Nilles Learned Neil Peart's Drum Parts for Rush Reunion

She also explains how the band "all kind of started a little bit together from scratch." Continue reading…
Kansas' Phil Ehart on His New Book's Doors + Jerry Garcia Stories

The book includes fascinating stories about the Kansas star's early encounters with Jim Morrison, Jerry Garcia and Janis Joplin. Continue reading…
Nothing Could Keep Jeff Beck From His Guitar Dream: Book Excerpt

Here's a sneak peek at Steve Rosen's latest, 'The Original Punk – Jeff Beck Stories: From Yardbird to the Guitar Shop.' Continue reading…
The 'Big 4' of Journey Albums

As in most things with this pop-rock juggernaut of a band, Steve Perry looms large. Continue reading…
The 20 Most Iconic Cars of the '80s From Movies and TV

These weren't the cars people drove to work — they were the ones that showed up on bedroom walls, Saturday morning cartoons, and the big screen. Continue reading…
Yes, 'Aurora': Album Review

An unexpected period of stability offers this chance to reckon with the heavy musical baggage they inherited. Continue reading…
Roger Taylor Announces New Solo Album

There's also a new single available for listening, "Come on Summer (It's Party Time)," plus U.K. tour dates. Continue reading…
Carly Simon Albums Ranked Worst to Best

A string of Top 40 albums and songs made her one of the most popular singer-songwriters of the '70s. Continue reading…
Is Taylor Swift Copying Sly Stone's MSG Wedding Plan?

The funk legend got married in front of 21,000 fans at New York City's famed Madison Square Garden on June 5, 1974. Continue reading…
Rush Delivers Surprise-Filled Second Show: Videos, Set List

The performance featured plenty of rarities, including "2112" in its entirety. Continue reading…
Jack White Secretly Unveils New Album 'Frozen Charlotte'

Here's what we know about the upcoming LP. Continue reading…
Anika Nilles' Rush Debut Earns Universal Praise: 'She Killed It!'

Reviewers and fellow rockers are all hailing her opening night performance. Continue reading…
Going to Rush's 2026 Tour? Here's Why You Should Get There Early

Celebrity cameos and classic Rush Easter eggs welcome fans to the show. Continue reading…
What Are the 'Big 4' of Rock Star Sex Tape Scandals?

Rock star sex tapes generated big business, salacious headlines and numerous court battles in the '90s. Continue reading…
Robert Plant and Saving Grace Add New Tour Dates

Third leg of tour with Saving Grace and Suzi Dian returns to the U.S. Continue reading…