Category Archives: Classic Rock News – ABC Audio
Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo to serve as 'American Idol' mentors for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame episode
(L-R) Neil Giraldo and Pat Benatar attend the 37th Annual Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony at Microsoft Theater on November 05, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/F...
Apr 07, 2026
Jon Bon Jovi takes fans inside Forever Tour rehearsals
Jon Bon Jovi on 'Good Morning America'/(ABC/Heidi Gutman)Jon Bon Jovi is giving fans a peek inside rehearsals for Bon Jovi's upcoming Forever Tour.The “Livin’ on a Prayer” rocke...
Apr 07, 2026
Foo Fighters announce 'Your Favorite Toy' in-store listening parties
'Your Favorite Toy' album artwork. (Roswell Records/RCA Records)Here's your chance to hear Foo Fighters' Your Favorite Toy in your favorite store.Dave Grohl and company have announced a series of...
Apr 06, 2026
Rush’s Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson discuss plans to pay tribute to Neil Peart during Fifty Something tour
(L-R) Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee of Rush attend the 2026 JUNO Awards at TD Coliseum on March 29, 2026 in Hamilton, Ontario. (Photo by Jeremy Chan/Getty Images)Rush's Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson plan to...
Apr 06, 2026
No, Steve Nicks is not releasing a new album on May 26
Stevie Nicks performs at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, November, 2023 (Disney/Michael J. LeBrecht II)Stevie Nicks fans were surprised on Monday to find this nugget —&...
Apr 06, 2026
Blondie remembers drummer Clem Burke on 1-year anniversary of his death
Drummer Clem Burke of Blondie performs onstage at 2023 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 21, 2023 in Indio, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images for Coachella)Blondie is r...
Apr 06, 2026
On This Day, April 6, 2000: Joni Mitchell's the subject of an all-star tribute in New York City
On This Day, April 6, 2000 …An A-list group of artists paid tribute to Joni Mitchell at a concert at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City.Artists who performed at the event included Elton ...
Apr 06, 2026
Kansas reacts to 'SNL's' ‘Carry On Wayward Son’ sketch
(l-r) Kenan Thompson, host Jack Black, Andrew Dismukes, Tommy Brennan, and James Austin Johnson during the “Husbands” sketch on Saturday, April 4, 2026 -- (Photo by: Will Heath/NBC)Kansas&...
Apr 06, 2026
Journey’s Neal Schon responds to press speculation about band’s final tour
Neal Schon of Journey performs in concert during the "Final Frontier Tour" at Moody Center on March 31, 2026 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Rick Kern/Getty Images)Journey’s Neal Schon has addressed...
Apr 06, 2026
Metallica announces two shows celebrating Mohegan Sun Arena's 25th anniversary
Metallica on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' (ABC/Randy Holmes)Metallica has announced two shows at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut, in celebration of the venue's 25th anniversary.The concerts t...
Apr 06, 2026