Category Archives: Classic Rock News – ABC Audio

'Ten' times six: Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder turns 60
ABCYou've heard of an elderly woman behind the counter in a small town, but what about a 60-year-old man behind the microphone in a hugely successful rock band?Eddie Vedder hits the big 6-0 on Mo...
Josh Johnson Dec 23, 2024

The Year in Music 2024: The Beatles celebrate the 60th anniversary of their arrival in America & more
It was a monumental year for The Beatles, as they celebrated the 60th anniversary of the first time they arrived in the U.S.In February 1964 The Beatles — Paul McCartney, John Len...
Jill Lances Dec 23, 2024

Jeff Lynne talks ‘emotional’ final ELO show, and what’s next for him
Kayla Bartkowski/The Boston Globe via Getty ImagesJeff Lynne’s ELO is set to say their final farewell to the road in London when they headline BST Hyde Park on July 13, and Lynne tells Mojo...
Jill Lances Dec 20, 2024

Bruce Springsteen releases 'Songs Under Cover Vol. 3' playlist
Harold Feng/Getty ImagesBruce Springsteen has shared a new addition to his live series, posting a third playlist of live covers he’s performed throughout his career. Bruce Sp...
Jill Lances Dec 20, 2024

New Jersey rocker Southside Johnny Lyon retires from touring
Donald Kravitz/Getty ImagesLegendary New Jersey rocker Southside Johnny has retired from touring, according to an announcement canceling his Dec. 31 performance at the Count Basie Center in Red Bank, ...
Jill Lances Dec 20, 2024

Brian May looks back at the cover of Queen's self-titled debut in latest episode of 'Queen The Greatest'
Queen Production Ltd.Queen continues to celebrate the release of a box set dedicated to their 1973 self-titled debut album, and in the latest edition of Queen The Greatest, guitarist Br...
Jill Lances Dec 20, 2024

See Elton John's gravity-defying new figure at Madame Tussauds London
Elton John at 1975 gig that inspired new figure; Chris Barham/Mirrorpix/Getty ImagesMost celebrity wax figures at Madam Tussauds museums show the star standing up or sitting down. But a new figure of ...
Andrea Dresdale Dec 20, 2024

Julian Lennon reveals second skin cancer scare
Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty ImagesJulian Lennon, eldest son of The Beatles' John Lennon, is opening up about a recent health scare, revealing on social media he had surgery to remove melanoma fro...
Jill Lances Dec 20, 2024

Jon Bon Jovi teams with Jason Kelce & pals for 'Run Rudolph Run' cover
Vera Y RecordsChristmas is just days away, but the festive tunes keep on coming.Jason Kelce and his charity musical project The Philly Specials have already released singles featuring Boyz II Men and ...
Andrea Dresdale Dec 20, 2024

The Clash, Prince to be honored with the Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award
Allan Tannenbaum/Getty ImagesBritish punk band The Clash and legendary superstar Prince have been chosen to receive the Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award, which will be handed out duri...
Jill Lances Dec 20, 2024
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