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Daniel Knighton/Getty Images Bachman-Turner Overdrive is getting ready to release some new music.The "Takin' Care of Business" rockers, led by Randy Bachman, will release the new single “60 Years Ago,” on March 28, with proceeds benefiting The Bridge to Nowhere charity bike ride, which helps raise money to end chronic homelessness in Winnipeg, Canada.The song features Randy and his sons Tal and Koko Bachman, with BTO's Fred Turner on vocals, and a […]

Chris Putnam/Future Publishing via Getty Images Mötley Crüe guitarist John 5 is launching a museum showcasing his personal collection of KISS memorabilia.The Knights in Satan Service Museum will be open in Los Angeles on May 5-9, May 12-16, May 19-23 and May 27-30, with John himself leading guided tours of over 2,500 pieces amassed over nearly 50 years."In June 1977, when I was 7-years-old, my mom took me to Sears where I saw […]

Daniel Knighton/Getty Images Former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett is heading out on the road this fall to celebrate Genesis' classic album The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer just announced dates for the Genesis Greats, Lamb Highlights and Solo North American tour, which kicks off Oct. 4 in Ithaca, New York, and wraps Nov. 22 in Portland, Oregon.Like the name suggests, the […]

Tibrina Hobson/CBS Ringo Starr’s Ringo & Friends at the Ryman premieres Monday on CBS, and fans are getting another sneak peek at the special.The network just released a clip of Ringo joined by rocker Jack White for a performance of the Carl Perkins track “Matchbox.” Starr previously recorded his take on the song for The Beatles' 1964 EP Long Tall Sally.Ringo & Friends at the Ryman premieres at 8 p.m. ET on […]

Thames & Hudson A new book will delve into the legacy of heavy metal rockers Iron Maiden.Iron Maiden: Infinite Dreams – The Official Visual History will cover the first 50 years of the band, featuring never-before-seen photos and more, taking fans through the band’s history chronologically and covering their albums and tours, along with the evolution of their mascot Eddie and more.The book will feature album and single artwork, stage props, handwritten lyrics, […]

Disney/Eric McCandless James Taylor has extended his summer tour, adding 14 new shows to the trek.The new dates will take place in August and September, starting with a two-night stand in Boston, Aug 26 and 27, and wrapping Sept. 17 in Fort Worth, Texas.Tickets for all new shows go on sale Friday at 9 a.m.The tour, which has Taylor backed by his All-Star Band, kicks off May 5 in Phoenix, and […]

Courtesy of Counting Crows Counting Crows have announced a U.S. tour alongside The Gaslight Anthem.The summer outing, dubbed The Complete Sweets! tour, launches June 10 in Nashville, and will wrap up Aug. 23 in Englewood, Colorado. Presales begin Tuesday at 10 a.m. local time, and tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday at 10 a.m. local time. For the full list of dates and all ticket info, visit […]

Indiana rocker John Mellencamp was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in a ceremony held at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York.Mellencamp was inducted by Billy Joel, who told him, “Don't let this club membership change you, John.  We need you to be pissed off and restless because no matter what they tell us—we know this country is going to hell in a handcart."He added, "People […]

Michael Tullberg/Getty Images; Disney/Randy Holmes The Zombies’ Colin Blunstone made a surprise appearance in Los Angeles, joining Finneas on stage to perform The Zombies’ classic tune “Time of the Season.”The band just shared video on Instagram of the performance, which took place Wednesday at the Hollywood Palladium, writing, “An unforgettable moment. Colin joined the incredibly talented @finneas on stage at the Hollywood Palladium for a special performance of Time of the […]