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Don McLean Announces 50th Anniversary “American Pie” Tour

At the beginning of this week, Don McLean announced an extensive world tour for the upcoming year in celebration of the 50th anniversary of his hit song “American Pie.”  The tour kicks off at the start of 2022 in Honolulu, Hawaii before continuing across North America and then heading overseas for a leg of European shows.  “After spending the past 18 months at home, I am thrilled to be getting […]

todayDecember 15, 2021

Classic Hits

James Brown Estate Sold for $90 Million

After 15 years of dispute, James Brown’s estate has reportedly sold the late singer’s music assets to the publishing and management company Primary Wave. While the company did not provide an official comment on the financial details of the deal, a close source revealed that Primary Wave bought the entirety of Brown’s publishing, master income stream, and name and likeness rights for, as reports say, an estimated $90 million. Brown’s […]

todayDecember 14, 2021

Classic Hits

Monkees’ Michael Nesmith Dies at 78

Michael Nesmith, an original member of the Monkees, has died of natural causes at the age of 78.  “With Infinite Love we announce that Michael Nesmith has passed away this morning in his home, surrounded by family, peacefully and of natural causes,” his family said in a statement released on Friday. “We ask that you respect our privacy at this time and we thank you for the love and light that all […]

todayDecember 13, 2021

Classic Hits

Neil Young on Why He Won’t Tour: “It Gives Me a Sick Feeling”

Despite being consistently busy in the studio, Neil Young has no plans of touring any time soon.  "I don't want to put people in danger," he revealed in a recent interview. "I don't want people to see me out there and think I think everything is OK. I don't think everything is OK.” With his last live show being a pre-pandemic appearance in September 2019, Young scheduled a return for […]

todayDecember 10, 2021

Music

Ringo Starr, ZZ Top Join Eagles’ Joe Walsh’s VetsAid 2021

Ringo Starr and ZZ Top will join Eagles’ Joe Walsh’s VetsAid 2021: The Basement Show. This is the second year that the event will be streamed virtually from Walsh’s actual basement.  In addition to performances from Starr, ZZ Top, James Taylor, and more guests yet to be revealed, VetsAid 2021 will also include special interviews with Vietnam-era veterans, a tour of Walsh’s private guitar collection, and unaired footage from the […]

todayDecember 9, 2021

Classic Hits

Lindsey Buckingham Blames Stevie Nicks for Lack of New Fleetwood Mac Music

Fleetwood Mac haven’t released a studio album since 2003, and Lindsey Buckingham says Stevie Nicks is the one to blame.  This isn’t the first time that Lindsey, who was kicked out of the band back in 2018 a la Nick’s alleged ultimatum, has asserted that the “Edge of Seventeen” singer has caused a rift in the band’s success. Now, he suggests that Nicks is the reason Fleetwood Mac didn’t follow […]

todayDecember 8, 2021

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Tom Petty Posthumously Receives Honorary Doctorate in Music From Hometown’s University  

Tom Petty has recently been posthumously honored with a doctorate in music from the University of Florida located in the classic rock icon’s hometown of Gainesville, Florida.  “Tom Petty is widely considered among the most distinctive and influential musicians over the past 50 years,” university provost Joseph Glover said. “His presence remains significant as seen by abundant radio airplay and the popularity of events such as the Tom Petty birthday […]

todayDecember 7, 2021

Adult Contemporary

Ed Sheeran, Elton John Release Music Video for “Merry Christmas”

Ed Sheeran and Elton John are doing their part to spread the holiday cheer with the release of a Christmas collaboration “Merry Christmas.” The duo dropped the single last Friday, as well as a silly, nostalgic music video to go along with the festive track. The video features all things merry, from a Christmas party hosted by Sheeran and John, homages to classic holiday movie scenes or music videos, and […]

todayDecember 6, 2021

Classic Hits

Carlos Santana Undergoes “Unscheduled Heart Procedure,” Cancels Las Vegas Residency 

Earlier this week, Carlos Santana posted a video statement explaining that he recently underwent an “unscheduled heart procedure” and, as a result, had to cancel his upcoming Las Vegas residency. "Last Saturday I had an incident where I asked my wife Cindy to take me to the hospital because I had this thing happening in my chest," the guitar legend told fans. "So we went there [and] we found out […]

todayDecember 3, 2021

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