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Little River Band Co-Founder, Roger McLachlan, Dies At Age 71

Little River Band co-founder and original bassist Roger McLachlan has passed away at the age of 71 after battling pancreatic cancer. McLachlan, born in 1954 in New Zealand, was known for his musical talent and significant early contributions to the…

Zach Bryan Praises Bon Iver’s New Album, ‘SABLE, fABLE’

Zach Bryan recently took to his Instagram Stories to salute Bon Iver's latest album, SABLE, fABLE, expressing his admiration for the project that was released on April 11 to praise from fans and critics alike. Noteworthy for his consistent support…

The Darkness Announce 2025 North American Tour

The Darkness have revealed a 2025 North American tour in support of their latest album, Dreams on Toast. The tour is divided into two legs, with the first part starting on August 29th in Pryor, Oklahoma, and finishing on September…

ZZ Top Announce Summer 2025 North American Tour

ZZ Top has just revealed the dates on their summer 2025 North American tour. The just-added shows are part of a two-leg jaunt that continues the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band’s ongoing Elevation Tour. The first leg begins…

The Who Part Ways With Their Longtime Drummer Zak Starkey

On Wednesday (April 16), the Who announced that they have decided to part ways with drummer Zak Starkey after nearly three decades in the band. The decision comes just three weeks after the drummer performed with the Who during two…

Wilco Announces 2025 “An August Evening With Wilco” Tour

On Tuesday (April 15), Wilco announced that they have expanded their 2025 tour, adding a new run of North American shows the band has appropriately dubbed, “An August Evening with Wilco.” The just announced dates will follow the band’s “Sweet…

Les Binks, Former Judas Priest Drummer, Dies At 73

On Monday (April 14), Judas Priest confirmed the death of their former drummer Les Binks in a statement posted on Instagram. The cause of death was not disclosed, but a funeral notice mentioned that Binks passed away “peacefully at hospital…

Midnight Oil Drummer Rob Hirst Discloses Cancer Diagnosis

In a new interview with The Australian, Midnight Oil drummer Rob Hirst revealed that he has been battling pancreatic cancer for the past two years. The 69-year-old musician, who co-founded the celebrated Australian rock band, shared his diagnosis publicly for…

Stevie Nicks Announces 2025 Headlining Solo Tour Dates

On Monday (April 14), Stevie Nicks unveiled the dates and details of her upcoming solo headlining tour, which will intersect with her guest appearances on Billy Joel’s upcoming tour. The 76-year-old rock legend’s tour includes arena dates at nine cities…

Rivers Cuomo Confirms That Weezer Are Making A Movie

During Weezer’s Coachella performance on Saturday afternoon (April 12), frontman Rivers Cuomo confirmed the rumors that a forthcoming movie project was in the works about the beloved indie rock band. “We’ve been busy making the Weezer movie back in L.A.…