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Bruce Springsteen performs onstage during the Academy Museum 5th Annual Gala in Partnership with Rolex at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on October 18, 2025 in Los Angeles. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Oscars/Getty Images for Academy Museum of Motion Pictures) Bruce Springsteen has paid tribute to Israeli-born musician Suki Lahav, who passed away at age 74. Lahav was briefly a member of The E Street Band in the mid '70s, and her […]

'U2 – Easter Lily' (Island Records) In conjunction with their newly released EP Easter Lily, U2 released a digital edition of their fanzine Propaganda in which guitarist The Edge gives fans some insight into their decision to release the new EP, as well as Days of Ash, the EP that was released on Ash Wednesday in February.“We wrote some songs meant for our album but they started to assert themselves in some unexpected ways, demanding special attention,” […]

Ringo Starr 'Long Long Road' album artwork. (Universal Music) Ringo Starr has released a second track from his upcoming country-inspired album, Long Long Road.The latest is “Choose Love,” described as a “fresh take” on the title track of Ringo’s 2005 album. The new version features vocal harmonies from rocker St. Vincent.“Choose Love” is now available via digital outlets.Long Long Road, described as having "roots in Country and Americana," will be released April […]

Cover of Bruce Springsteen's 'Born to Run' (Columbia Records/Legacy Recordings) Israeli-born musician Suki Lahav, whose violin work is heard on Bruce Springsteen’s iconic Born to Run track “Jungleland,” has died at the age of 74.Her death was confirmed by her son, musician Yonatan Albalak, in a post on Facebook. “She wrote songs that touched people's hearts,” he wrote. “She was a special woman, smart, pure in heart and loving life. She […]

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and guest Paul Simon during Thursday’s April 2, 2026 show. (Photo: Scott Kowalchyk/CBS) Paul Simon broke out a classic tune for his latest appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer was a guest on the late night talker Thursday night, where he performed “Something So Right” from his 1973 album, There Goes Rhymin' Simon.The choice of song was a […]

Sting's 'Desert Rose Reimagined' (UMe) Sting has dropped a new EP dedicated to his 2000 single “Desert Rose.”Desert Rose Reimagined includes three new mixes and three extended mixes of the song, including a reimagined version by Middle Eastern-American duo Tamer Malki and Rami Abousabe, who are also known as Bedouin. There are also remixes from African artist and producer Zakes Bantwini and DJ/producer Darque.Desert Rose Reimagined is now available via digital […]

On This Day, April 3, 2015 ...Bob Burns, the original drummer for Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd, died in a car crash near his home in Cartersville, Georgia.Burns helped form Lynyrd Skynyrd in 1964 with Ronnie Van Zant, Gary Rossington, Allen Collins and Larry Junstrom, but left the group in 1974.He is credited on recordings from the group’s first two albums: 1973’s (Pronounced ‘Lĕh-‘nérd ‘Skin-‘nérd) and 1974’s Second Helping. Those […]

Positiva Presents: Elton John - The Remixes (Positiva/UMe) Dance remixes of Elton John songs make up the upcoming Record Store Day release Positiva Presents: Elton John - The Remixes, and now fans who don’t snag a copy will still have a chance to enjoy the music.While glow-in-the-dark vinyl pressings will be released for Record Store Day on April 18, Positiva Presents just announced that the album is also getting a digital release […]

'U2 – Easter Lily' (Island Records) U2 just surprised fans with some more new music.After releasing the surprise EP U2 - Days of Ash in February, the Irish rockers are back with another surprise EP, U2 - Easter Lily.While Days of Ash was written as a response to the current chaotic state of the world, Easter Lily is described in a press release as more reflective "exploring themes of friendship, loss, hope, and ultimately, renewal.”“With Easter Lily we […]