Category Archives: Classic Rock News – ABC Audio
Metallica announces '72 Seasons'-themed ring
ABC/Randy HolmesIf a T-shirt isn't enough for you to express your love for Metallica, perhaps some jewelry will do the trick. The metal legends have announced a ring inspired by their new album, 72 Se...
Aug 22, 2023
Pretenders’ Chrissie Hynde joins Guns N’ Roses for “Bad Obsession” performance in Boston
Gus Stewart/RedfernsGuns N’ Roses continues to surprise fans on their current world tour. The latest instance came Monday, August 21, during their show at Fenway Park in Boston, when P...
Aug 22, 2023
Patti Smith’s 'Just Kids' chosen by Dua Lipa for September Book Club
Ecco/Harper CollinsRock & Roll Hall of Famer Patti Smith, often called the Godmother of Punk, continues to to be an inspiration to future generations of musicians, and the latest artist ...
Aug 22, 2023
Ringo Starr to drop new EP in October
ABC/ Heidi GutmanRingo Starr is treating fans to another EP. The two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is set to release his fourth EP, Rewind Forward, on October 13, with the title track d...
Aug 22, 2023
On This Day, August 22, 1979: Led Zeppelin releases 'In Through the Out Door'
On This Day, August 22, 1979… Led Zeppelin released their eighth and final studio album, In Through the Out Door, in the United States. The album went to #1 on the Billboard ...
Aug 22, 2023
Are The Rolling Stones teasing a new album?
ABC/ Ida Mae AstuteAre The Rolling Stones dropping hints that a new album is on the way? Well, that’s the speculation on social media after fans caught wind of a cryptic newspaper...
Aug 22, 2023
'The Fifth Beatle' graphic novel getting 10th anniversary reissue
Dark Horse Books The award-winning graphic novel The Fifth Beatle was released 10 years ago. And to mark the milestone, a new anniversary edition is being released this fall. The ...
Aug 22, 2023
Heart’s Ann Wilson to headline Women Who Rock benefit concert
Courtesy of Gibson BrandsHeart’s Ann Wilson is set to headline the sixth annual Women Who Rock benefit concert, taking place October 21 at Stage AE in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Wilson ...
Aug 21, 2023
The B-52s add dates to their Las Vegas residency
courtesy of Live Nation Las VegasThe B-52s are extending their time in Las Vegas. The band just announced five more dates for Loveshack: The Residency at The Venetian Resort. The new shows a...
Aug 21, 2023
New Bruce Springsteen exhibit opening in Boston in September
Sergione Infuso/Corbis via Getty ImagesBruce Springsteen will be the subject of a new exhibit opening in Boston in September. Bruce Springsteen: Portraits of an American Music Icon is set to...
Aug 21, 2023