Category Archives: Classic Rock News – ABC Audio
Paul McCartney becomes the first UK musician crowned a billionaire
ABC/Heidi GutmanSir Paul McCartney has once again made The Sunday Times' Rich List — and passed a new milestone in the process. McCartney is one of 350 individuals and families to...
May 17, 2024
Soundgarden marks anniversary of Chris Cornell's death: "He was more than just an iconic musician"
ABC/Randy HolmesSoundgarden has shared a Facebook post marking the anniversary of frontman Chris Cornell's death."We remember and honor the life and legacy of Chris Cornell, a voice that defined a gen...
May 17, 2024
Elton John, notable photography collector, says it's "painful" having his own photo taken
Dave Benett/Getty Images for Victoria & Albert MuseumMore than 300 images from Elton John and his husband David Furnish's extensive photography collection are currently on display at London's Vict...
May 17, 2024
Early albums by The Animals released in Dolby Atmos
ABKCO Music & RecordsFans of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band The Animals can now enjoy their music in Dolby Atmos.Dolby Atmos mixes of five of the band's albums — 1964’s The...
May 17, 2024
Styx reveals Terry Gowan's replacing Ricky Phillips as new bassist
Photo by Jason PowellBack in March, Styx bassist Ricky Phillips announced he would be taking a break from the band. Now, we know who will be taking his place.Styx just announced th...
May 17, 2024
Metallica's James Hetfield delivers spoken word rendition of "One" for Apocalyptica collaboration
ABC/Randy HolmesJames Hetfield puts a different spin on Metallica's "One" in a new version of the song recorded with Apocalyptica.The track finds Hetfield delivering the anti-war song's lyrics in spok...
May 17, 2024
Neil Young & Crazy Horse revisit their 'Early Daze' with new album
Reprise RecordsNeil Young & Crazy Horse are reaching way back in their musical history for a new compilation album. Young and his band are set to release Early Daze on June 28, feat...
May 17, 2024
Dead & Company launch 'Dead Forever' residency at Sphere Las Vegas
Courtesy Sphere EntertainmentDead & Company launched their much anticipated Dead Forever residency at the Sphere Las Vegas Thursday, May 16, treating their fans to a set of favorites, accompanied ...
May 17, 2024
On This Day, May 17, 1989: The Doobie Brothers released their reunion album 'Cycles'
On This Day May 17, 1989…After breaking up in 1982, The Doobie Brothers reunited to release their 10th studio album, Cycles.The album featured most of the 1972-1974 lineup, with&...
May 17, 2024
Hear new Bon Jovi song "Living Proof" from new album, 'FOREVER'
IslandAfter teasing it on social media, Bon Jovi has released another track from their upcoming album, FOREVER.The song, "Living Proof," which also comes with a lyric video, is an upbeat rocker. As pr...
May 17, 2024