Category Archives: Classic Rock News – ABC Audio
Brian May introduces the Star Fleet Project players
UMe/Courtesy of QueenBrian May has shared another video giving insight into his 1983 side band Star Fleet Project, this time introducing folks to his bandmates, Eddie Van...
Jun 22, 2023
Motörhead's Phil Campbell announces new Bastard Sons album, 'Kings of the Asylum'
Nuclear BlastLongtime Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell has announced a new album with his Bastard Sons band. The upcoming record is titled Kings of the Asylum and arrives September 1. You c...
Jun 22, 2023
Elton John to be joined by four guests for Glastonbury performance
Craig Sjodin/ABCElton John previously hinted that he was going to have “guest artists” join him during his headlining set at the U.K.’s Glastonbury Festival on Sunday, June 25, ...
Jun 22, 2023
Paul Simon sells Simon & Garfunkel royalty rights to BMG
Ian Gavan/Getty ImagesPaul Simon has made another catalog deal. The two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer has sold the royalty rights to his Simon & Garfunkel music to BMG. Th...
Jun 22, 2023
Ringo Starr, Toto & more playing benefit concert for The Ed Asner Family Center
ABC/ Heid GutmanRingo Starr, Toto and guitarist Joe Bonamassa are just a few of the artists signed on to perform for a special show to help raise funds for The Ed Asner Family...
Jun 22, 2023
Metallica announces '72 Seasons'-themed edition of Blackened Whiskey
ABC/Randy HolmesMetallica has announced a 72 Seasons-themed edition of the band's Blackened Whiskey. The latest batch of the metal legends' signature spirit comes in a bottle inspired by the cover art...
Jun 22, 2023
New box set highlights Jeff Beck power trio Beck, Bogert & Appice
ATCO/RhinoA new box set will celebrate the music of Beck, Bogert & Appice, the power trio made up of legendary guitarist Jeff Beck, bassist/singer Tim Bogert and drummer/singer...
Jun 22, 2023
Paul McCartney on new Beatles song: “Nothing has been artificially or synthetically created”
ABC/Heidi GutmanPaul McCartney is setting the record straight about reports artificial intelligence was used to “extricate” John Lennon’s voice from an old demo, for what h...
Jun 22, 2023
On This Day, June 22, 1971: Joni Mitchell releases 'Blue'
On this day, June 22, 1971... Joni Mitchell released her quintessential confessional singer/songwriter LP Blue, now considered one of the greatest albums of all time. The album included the ...
Jun 22, 2023
Mechanical bull from Commonwealth Games officially named after Ozzy Osbourne
Marc Atkins/Getty ImagesThe mechanical bull from the 2022 Commonwealth Games has officially been named after Ozzy Osbourne, the BBC reports. The 33-foot statue was first unveiled during the sporting e...
Jun 22, 2023