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Bryan Adams Announces 2027 Australia and New Zealand Arena Tour

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:14 GMT

Bryan Adams will return to Australia and New Zealand for his "Roll With The Punches" world tour in February and March 2027, marking his second major tour of the region in two years.Adams, a Canadian singer-songwriter, will perform arena shows in seven cities. Australian pop artist Natalie Imbruglia will join as special guest.The tour starts Feb. 23, 2027, at RAC Arena in Perth. Adams will then play in Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne, Auckland, and wrap up March 12 at Wolfbrook Arena in Christchurch.Frontier Touring is promoting the dates. Adams last toured Australia in early 2025, drawing some of his largest crowds in the region.The "Roll With The Punches" tour supports Adams' 16th studio album of the same name, released in August on his Bad Records label. The album peaked at No. 3 on the Official U.K. Albums Chart.Adams performed 140 shows worldwide last year and will play dates in the United States, Canada, and Europe before heading to Australia and New Zealand.Tickets go on sale at 12 p.m. local time Monday, July 20, at frontiertouring.com/bryanadams.Bryan Adams' 2027 "Roll With The Punches" Australia and New Zealand tour dates:Feb. 23 - RAC Arena, Perth Feb. 26 - Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney March 1 - Brisbane Entertainment Centre March 4 - Adelaide Entertainment Centre March 5 - Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne March 10 - Spark Arena, Auckland March 12 - Wolfbrook Arena, Christchurch

Huey Lewis Reflects on Life After Hearing Loss and the End of His Music Career

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:23 GMT

Huey Lewis says music is no longer part of his life, eight years after losing his hearing to Meniere's disease.Lewis, 73, lost the hearing in his right ear in the 1990s. In 2018, his left ear also failed, forcing him to end his music career.In a recent episode of the "Inside of You" podcast, Lewis spoke about how his life has changed and said he still hopes for medical or technological advances that could help him.He described his first hearing loss by recalling advice from a doctor. "My dad was a doctor and he sent me to this famous ENT guy," Lewis said. "He looked at it and said, 'Well, get used to it!' I said, 'What do you mean, get used to it? I'm a musician; I'm a singer. I need my hearing!' He says, 'You only need one ear. Jimi Hendrix had one ear, Brian Wilson had one ear. I have one ear and I'm in a barbershop quartet!'"Lewis said he worried about performing with hearing in only one ear, but his brain adjusted. "I was very apprehensive, and it was fine, because your brain moves everything to the middle," he said. "So I existed on one ear for 25 years. And then my left ear bailed, and now I'm deaf, basically, without the technology."Lewis now uses a cochlear implant in his left ear and a hearing aid in his right. Both connect to his phone and computer. He said these devices have changed his life, but not for the better when it comes to music. "Music is not part of my life anymore. It's a hard pill to swallow," Lewis said.He explained that speech and music sound distorted through the devices. "People sound like they took a hit of helium," he said. "Sometimes I play [an album] because I know it so well. I can hear the beat and I know what's going on, but I can't enjoy it. Music used to be fun. Now I try so hard to get it, and it just ends up frustrating for me. I can't feel the warmth."Lewis said he experienced depression after his diagnosis, especially during the first six months. He misses performing and seeing his bandmates, especially when he hears about their current work. "My bass player, John Pierce, is playing with Toto now, and they're just killing it out there. I wish I could do that," he said.Lewis has found some comfort in fishing, which he discovered after losing his hearing. He said spending time in nature has been a positive change. "If I had hearing, I'd still be on the road, probably, and I don't miss that. I miss doing a show once in a while, I miss the camaraderie, but I've fished so many great places and met all kinds of different people. So I've got to look at the positive," he said.Asked about future treatments, Lewis said there is little known about Meniere's disease, but he hopes for improvements. He mentioned a possible new cochlear implant that would be fully internal, allowing users to swim and sleep without removing anything. "Right now, I have to take all my stuff out to sleep at night. So I'm deaf at night. If there's a fire, I'm in trouble," he said.

Alice Cooper Extends 'Alice's Attic' Tour With Fall 2026 North American Dates

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:14 GMT

Alice Cooper has added a new leg to his "Alice's Attic" tour, announcing a series of fall 2026 North American shows.The tour begins Sept. 17 at the Louder Than Life festival in Louisville, Kentucky. Cooper will also play the Big E Fair in West Springfield, Massachusetts, on Sept. 19 and CityFolk Festival in Ottawa, Ontario, on Sept. 20. He will then start his headlining run Sept. 22 in Niagara Falls, Ontario. The tour wraps up Nov. 21 in Reno, Nevada.Tickets go on sale to the general public Friday.Cooper debuted the "Alice's Attic" show during last year's co-headlining tour with Judas Priest, with more solo dates this spring. The show features theatrical elements such as a giant Frankenstein and a mock beheading. Cooper also included a cover of Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" on the most recent tour.Before the North American dates, Cooper will tour Europe this summer with the Hollywood Vampires, which includes Joe Perry and Johnny Depp. In October, Cooper will promote his autobiography, "Devil on My Shoulder," during a short U.K. book tour.Cooper's fall 2026 North American tour dates:Sept. 17 - Louisville, Ky., Louder Than Life Sept. 19 - West Springfield, Mass., The Big E Fair Sept. 20 - Ottawa, Ontario, CityFolk Festival Sept. 22 - Niagara Falls, Ontario, OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino Oct. 27 - Clearwater, Fla., Ruth Eckerd Hall Oct. 30 - Richmond, Va., Altria Theater Oct. 31 - Atlantic City, N.J., Tropicana Casino & Resort Nov. 1 - Bethlehem, Pa., Wind Creek Bethlehem Nov. 4 - Hershey, Pa., Hershey Theatre Nov. 6 - Windsor, Ontario, Caesars Windsor - The Colosseum Nov. 7 - Kalamazoo, Mich., Wings Event Center Nov. 8 - Waukegan, Ill., Genesee Theatre Nov. 10 - St. Louis, Mo., Stifel Theatre Nov. 11 - Park City, Kan., Hartman Arena Nov. 14 - Indio, Calif., Fantasy Springs Casino Nov. 15 - Prescott Valley, Ariz., Findlay Toyota Center Nov. 17 - San Diego, Calif., Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre Nov. 18 - San Jose, Calif., San Jose Civic Nov. 20 - Wheatland, Calif., Hard Rock Live at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Nov. 21 - Reno, Nev., Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort & Casino

Nickelback Announces 'Everything Under the Sun' Album and Drops 'Rattle the Cage' Single

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:13 GMT

Nickelback have announced their new single, "Rattle the Cage," and revealed plans to release their eleventh studio album, "Everything Under the Sun," on Oct. 30.The upcoming album marks the band's first new music since their 2022 release, "Get Rollin'.""This album has every side of the band on it," lead singer Chad Kroeger said in a statement. "There are songs that hit as hard as anything we've ever done, songs that take chances and songs that remind us why we've been doing this together for so long."The band has opened pre-orders for "Everything Under the Sun." The album features 12 tracks, including the lead single "Rattle the Cage," which features guitarist John 5.The full tracklist includes: 1. "Rattle the Cage" (with John 5) 2. "Bones for the Crows" 3. "I Already Know" 4. "Leave Me Behind" 5. "If I Don't Go" 6. "Make Me Love You" 7. "Chasin' Famous" 8. "Simple Song" 9. "Technicolor Steamboat" 10. "Lift Somebody Up" 11. "Bottled Dreams" 12. "Last Night Was Fun""Rattle the Cage" showcases drummer Daniel Adair's powerful rhythms, gritty guitar lines, and Kroeger's distinctive vocals. John 5 contributes a guest guitar solo."'Rattle The Cage' felt like the perfect way to kick the door open," Kroeger said. "It has the energy we've been feeding off every night onstage, and we can't wait for people to hear it."The music video for "Rattle the Cage" is now available.

Frank Ferrer Reflects on Departure From Guns N' Roses, Praises Axl Rose

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:27 GMT

A little more than a year after his dismissal from Guns N' Roses, drummer Frank Ferrer spoke about his time with the band and his relationship with frontman Axl Rose.Ferrer joined Guns N' Roses in 2006 as a temporary replacement for Brian "Brain" Mantia, who was on leave to care for his newborn child. When Mantia decided not to return, Ferrer accepted the full-time position. He remained with the band for nearly 20 years, including during the notable returns of Duff McKagan and Slash.Ferrer's tenure ended in 2025. In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, he said he always knew his time with the band would not last forever."Everything comes to an end," Ferrer said. "I knew this thing wasn't gonna be forever. I was just so happy I got to do it when I got to do it."Ferrer said his departure was amicable and there was "nothing dramatic" about his exit. "We didn't get into a fight or anything like that," he said.During the interview, Ferrer addressed public perceptions of Axl Rose, calling him "super nice and friendly." Ferrer said many people see Rose as intimidating, but he described Rose as caring and generous."He doesn't suffer fools, so that might upset people," Ferrer said. "But he's generous, super funny, and always worried about us. He's a good man."Ferrer also spoke about Rose's work ethic and stage presence."He's out there trying to make everything sound great every night. He's under a lot of pressure, and he delivers," Ferrer said. "He leads the way. Even if you're not feeling your best, when he comes out and starts singing, you have to match his energy. Everybody would push. He loves being up there and giving a good show."Asked if he had a final conversation with Rose before leaving the band, Ferrer said it was not needed."I'm sure we'll get together again. Things change. Nothing stays the same, that's all," he said.Ferrer thanked Guns N' Roses fans for their support over the years."I'm grateful for the love the fan base has given me, how they accepted me and made me feel like I was part of the legacy," Ferrer said. "A big thank you to the people that supported the band and viewed me as a band member. I think that's kinda cool."

Mick Jagger on Avoiding Politics at Concerts and Evolving Songwriting with the Rolling Stones

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:26 GMT

NEW YORK - Mick Jagger says his role as a performer is not to lecture audiences about politics, even as some artists, such as Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello, have made political discussion a regular part of their concerts.During a recent appearance on The New York Times podcast "The Interview," Jagger discussed his approach to live shows, his relationship with the audience, and his thoughts on mixing politics with music. The episode was posted July 11 on YouTube.When asked by host David Marchese what his relationship with his audience means to him, Jagger said the answer depends on the type of event and the crowd's expectations."For example, the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival-we played that for the first time in 2024," Jagger said. "That's a festival, so people didn't necessarily come to see you; they bought tickets before they knew you were coming. At events like British Summer Time Hyde Park in London or Glastonbury, fans buy tickets for the festival, not just for you. They're not always your biggest fans, so you have to treat each audience differently."Jagger said this variety in audience makeup shapes his approach to performing. He avoids getting political during concerts, focusing instead on giving fans an escape from their daily lives."My job in the live music world is to make sure attendees have the best time they possibly can and to help them forget all their problems and the problems of the world," he said. "It's similar to going to a sports event. Everything else is shut out. You're just watching to see who's going to win. You don't want to lecture them."Jagger noted he is not against mentioning politics in songwriting. He said his process has changed over the years, and he sometimes weaves political lines into songs about personal relationships."I wouldn't have written any of the songs on 'Foreign Tongues' when I was 30," Jagger said. "I've gotten into the habit of doing songs about personal relationships and then throwing in a verse about politics. I learned that from other songwriters, because nobody wants to hear a whole song about politics or social commentary. A blues song like 'Rough and Twisted' is mostly stream-of-consciousness. You talk about women and life, then you throw in something political, like 'The only club was called Conspiracy / All they wanted was tyranny.' You find yourself using these tricks."The Rolling Stones released "Foreign Tongues," their latest studio album and the follow-up to 2023's "Hackney Diamonds," this past Friday on Polydor/Capitol. The album has received positive reviews from outlets including Ultimate Classic Rock and Rolling Stone.Jagger, 80, also spoke candidly about aging during the podcast."There's nothing good about it," he said. "I forgot all my wisdom. I might have had a couple of pearls drop, but I've already forgotten what they are. You can't do things as quickly as you want to. Physically, you've got to be more careful."On July 8, Jagger and Rolling Stones guitarist Ron Wood played the previously unreleased track "Ringing Hollow" during the band's "Foreign Tongues" listening party at the St. Clement Hotel in London. In an interview with MOJO magazine, Jagger described "Ringing Hollow" as a reflection on the idea of America and the concept of the American Dream."The American Dream is intact for some people, and I'm sure we can find wonderful immigrant stories, but we also read about the decline of the American Empire," Jagger said. "There are a lot of questions about imperial overreach and the lobbying system. The money spent on an election is absurd-it's not corruption per se, but unnecessary. Is it indicative of this administration or something that has been happening a long time? In any case, it's not the same place as it was."Jagger also told NME he has already started writing songs for possible future projects, and there could be as many as three records to follow "Foreign Tongues." He said some of the new songs could end up being recorded by other artists.- Compiled from The New York Times, Ultimate Classic Rock, MOJO, Louder, and NME

Ian Gillan Reflects on the Real Reasons Behind His 1973 Deep Purple Exit

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 19:14 GMT

Ian Gillan has shared new details about his first departure from Deep Purple in 1973.Speaking on the Rockonteurs podcast, Gillan said that the reasons behind his exit were more complex than the often-cited heavy workload and personality clashes. He described how the band dynamic changed as Deep Purple's success grew."You start off with five guys in a van with your gear in the back," Gillan said. "Then you expand a bit, you get a truck, a couple of roadies, and things keep growing. But you're still a unit. I was Ritchie [Blackmore's] roommate for a long time. We'd go on holiday together. We were very much five guys."He said the group started to drift apart as outside relationships and influences increased."At a certain stage, your party's expanded by personal relationships," Gillan said. "The outside influences don't mesh as well as the band does. One of the guys isn't staying in the same hotel, some people don't want to speak. That's the beginning of problems."Gillan admitted he played a major role in the split, saying, "I was as much to blame as anyone, probably more." He also pointed to musical differences between himself and Blackmore."One of the key factors was a shift in the band's mentality," Gillan said. "Ritchie was moving toward what became Rainbow in terms of song construction. I felt the excitement and craziness were fading a bit."Gillan rejoined Deep Purple in 1984 for the Mark II lineup reunion after more than a decade away. He said the band members had changed after time apart and starting families. When they met in Vermont to rehearse, their musical chemistry quickly returned."We did it secretly, because if it wasn't going to work, we didn't want to make a big deal out of it," Gillan said. "We sat in a basement, started a little jam, and I could see the smiles on faces. It was just like being back in Hanwell in 1969."

Rolling Stones Debut Unreleased Song at Private London Event Ahead of Album Release

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 14:11 GMT

LONDON (AP) - Rolling Stones members Mick Jagger and Ron Wood performed a previously unreleased song this week at a private fan event in London.The track, "Ringing Hollow," appears on the band's 25th album, "Foreign Tongues," set for release Friday.While organizers did not confirm the location, fans widely believe the performance took place Monday at the St. Clement Hotel in London.The event included a drone show above the city, featuring an updated version of the band's tongue and lips logo.The Stones have already released two singles from "Foreign Tongues": "Jealous Lover" and "In the Stars." The new album follows 2023's "Hackney Diamonds."Jagger and Keith Richards said "Ringing Hollow" reflects on their changing relationship with America. Lyrics from the song include, "I was madly in love with you before we ever met," and "I saw all your movies, I smoked your cigarettes," as well as, "Lady Liberty don't look so good... there's a tear in her gown."Speaking to Mojo magazine, Jagger said, "The American dream is intact for some people, and I'm sure we can find some wonderful immigrant stories that happened in the last 12 months, but we read about the decline of the American empire." He said the song is not only about Donald Trump, but also about "imperial overreach and the lobbying system."Richards told the Sunday Times he finds America "a bit of a disappointment at the moment," saying, "All you hear is the moaning about the price of gas. This is where it hurts people."

Elton John Announces "Final Farewell" Concerts in Mexico City

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 14:31 GMT

Elton John will return to the stage for two "final farewell performances" in Mexico City, three years after ending his global farewell tour.The concerts are set for Oct. 2 and 3 at Estadio Banorte, also known as Estadio Azteca, the city's well-known soccer stadium. These shows will mark John's first performances in Mexico in 14 years."Mexico City has always held a special place in my heart," John said in a statement. "I was truly disappointed that the pandemic kept me from touring Latin America during my Farewell tour, which makes this return especially meaningful. I'm thrilled to finally share this very special moment with my fans after all these years."Promoters describe the shows as a "once-in-a-lifetime engagement exclusively in Mexico City." They say the event is planned as a celebration of both the singer and a city that has embraced his music for decades.Presales start July 13, with general ticket sales opening July 16. Ticket prices start at 990 Mexican pesos, about $57.John's previous Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour ended in July 2023 after 330 shows, earning nearly $940 million and becoming one of the top-grossing tours in history.Since that tour, the 79-year-old singer has performed 23 times, according to setlist.fm. Some appearances were concerts, while others were private events or fundraisers.The Mexico City announcement follows reports of a multimillion-dollar agreement for an immersive hologram residency at the new Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas, scheduled to open in 2027.

Def Leppard's Joe Elliott Says Upcoming Album Will Surprise Fans

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 14:18 GMT

Def Leppard frontman Joe Elliott says fans can expect surprises from the band's upcoming 13th studio album, set for release in early 2027.The new album will follow 2022's "Diamond Star Halos." The band released the lead single, "Rejoice," in February, months ahead of the full album. Elliott spoke about the gap between the single and the album in an interview with French radio station Oui FM."We released it in time for the Vegas residency," Elliott said. "We did a Vegas residency in February, and we wanted to play a new song, so it made sense to actually put it out."Elliott said the album is still in progress. "The album won't be out until early '27, 'cause we're still recording it," he said. "We were actually recording parts of it in Vegas on days off. We would go down into the basement of the casino and set it up as a studio. So we're still actively recording now and mixing."Elliott said the band has about 18 songs, but not all will make the final cut. "We've kind of got nearly two albums," he said. "We're gonna pick and choose which 10 or 11 we think are the right ones. We've got some great songs-very varied."He described the new material as diverse. "We've written the fastest song we've ever done," Elliott said. "And we've also written the most over-the-top, massive, kind of bombastic song that we've ever written, too, and lots of stuff in between."He added, "A lot of people will be shocked, I think, because of the direction we're going in. It's not one direction; it's 10 different directions. And we love being able to do that."Elliott said the band plans to finish the album on schedule, despite touring commitments this summer. "We'll be working on the album up to going on tour and then when we come off. We need to get it finished by the end of the summer for an early release next year," he said.

Santana Adds Eight Shows to 2026 Tour With Doobie Brothers

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Tue, 7 Jul 2026 14:18 GMT

Santana will extend their run of greatest-hits concerts with eight additional dates after a joint tour with the Doobie Brothers.Tickets for the new November shows go on sale to the public at 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT on Saturday, July 11. Fans can find more details and purchase tickets at Santana's official website.Santana launched the Oneness tour with the Doobie Brothers on June 13 at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre in Tinley Park, Illinois. The tour includes stops across the Midwest, East Coast and Canada. The next round of concerts begins Wednesday after a short break. Notable upcoming dates include an August show at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.Carlos Santana's last album of new material was "Blessings and Miracles" in 2021. The Doobie Brothers returned with "Walk This Road" in 2025, their first album since "Libert " in 2021.Santana's expanded schedule comes after a 2025 tour that was interrupted by the guitarist's on-stage collapse during a soundcheck. Santana postponed two shows, then resumed the tour at the House of Blues at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. This marks Santana's 14th year of residency at the venue.Santana 2026 U.S. Tour DatesNew dates in NovemberJuly 8 - Charlotte, N.C., Truliant Amphitheater July 9 - Alpharetta, Ga., Ameris Bank Amphitheatre Aug. 6 - Auburn, Wash., White River Amphitheatre Aug. 8 - Wheatland, Calif., Toyota Amphitheatre Aug. 9 - Mountain View, Calif., Shoreline Amphitheatre Aug. 11 - Chula Vista, Calif., North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre Aug. 13 - Los Angeles, Hollywood Bowl Aug. 14 - Phoenix, Mortgage Matchup Center Aug. 16 - El Paso, Texas, UTEP Don Haskins Center Aug. 18 - Austin, Moody Center Aug. 21 - The Woodlands, Texas, Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Aug. 22 - Dallas, American Airlines Center Aug. 26 - Kansas City, Mo., Morton Amphitheater Aug. 27 - Shakopee, Minn., Mystic Lake AmphitheaterSept. 16-17 - Las Vegas, House of Blues at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Sept. 19-20 - Las Vegas, House of Blues at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Sept. 23-24 - Las Vegas, House of Blues at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Sept. 26-27 - Las Vegas, House of Blues at Mandalay Bay Resort and CasinoNov. 4-5 - Las Vegas, House of Blues at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Nov. 7-8 - Las Vegas, House of Blues at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Nov. 11-12 - Las Vegas, House of Blues at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Nov. 14-15 - Las Vegas, House of Blues at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino

Eagles Add Four December Shows at Las Vegas Sphere

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Tue, 7 Jul 2026 14:17 GMT

The Eagles have announced four new concerts at the Sphere in Las Vegas, expanding their 2026 run at the venue. The new performances are scheduled for December and join previously announced shows in September and November. The band's residency at the Sphere now totals 68 concerts.Tickets for the December dates go on sale to the general public on Friday, July 17. An artist presale begins Wednesday, July 15. Details are available at the Eagles' official website.Earlier in 2026, the Eagles released an expanded box set marking the 50th anniversary of their 1975 album "One of These Nights." The set includes a previously unreleased live concert recorded at Anaheim Stadium during the album's original tour.The group has also performed outside Las Vegas for the first time since 2024. In May, the Eagles played at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and held concerts in Atlanta, Nashville, Hollywood, Fla., and Arlington, Texas. The Tedeschi Trucks Band opened three of these shows, which were billed as The Long Goodbye Act III.Derek Trucks of the Tedeschi Trucks Band told Ultimate Classic Rock, "When they reached out about this, we were not expecting it. It was quite an honor to be asked to be a part of it."Don Henley said in a CBS Sunday Morning interview that 2026 might be the final year the Eagles perform live. "I feel like we're getting toward the end, and that will be fine, too," Henley said.Eagles Sphere Concert Dates, 2026:Friday, Sept. 18 Saturday, Sept. 19 Friday, Nov. 13 Saturday, Nov. 14 Friday, Nov. 27 Saturday, Nov. 28 Friday, Dec. 4 Saturday, Dec. 5 Friday, Dec. 11 Saturday, Dec. 12

AC/DC's 'Thunderstruck' Returns to Billboard Charts Decades After Release

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Mon, 6 Jul 2026 19:10 GMT

AC/DC's "Thunderstruck" is back on the Billboard Global 200 chart more than 30 years after its original release. The track, first released in 1990 as the lead single from the album "The Razors Edge," re-entered the Billboard Global 200 at No. 190, according to Billboard data cited by Parade.The song has now spent 143 weeks on the Global 200 and previously reached as high as No. 111. It has also seen continued success on multiple rock charts. "Thunderstruck" has spent 65 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard's Hard Rock Digital Song Sales chart, Parade reported.The popularity of "Thunderstruck" extends beyond streaming platforms. The song's official music video has more than 1.7 billion views on YouTube, making it AC/DC's most-watched video.Why does "Thunderstruck" remain a popular choice for workout playlists? Many athletes and fans say the song's energy helps push them through tough routines. WWE Champion Drew McIntyre, in an interview with Louder, said AC/DC is a regular part of his gym playlist. McIntyre, a longtime rock fan, also listens to Metallica, Ozzy Osbourne, and Guns N' Roses during his workouts.Fans continue to turn to "Thunderstruck" for motivation. The song's driving guitar riff and fast tempo still provide the adrenaline needed for heavy lifts or speed intervals. Thirty-four years after its release, "Thunderstruck" shows no sign of losing its place as a workout favorite.

Kirk Hammett Reflects on Buying Neal Schon's Guitar and Metallica's Donation to Venezuela

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Mon, 6 Jul 2026 19:08 GMT

Kirk Hammett once felt guilty about buying a guitar from Neal Schon and offered to return it.The Metallica guitarist paid $87,500 for a 1957 Gibson Les Paul Standard at an auction in 2021. He later said he believed the price was too low.Hammett shared the story at a recent fan event in Ireland, showing a photo of the rare black guitar. "This guitar used to belong to one of my all-time star heroes, a huge source of inspiration, Neal Schon," Hammett said. "I got this in an auction, and I don't know what was up, but I got this for, like, half the price that it was worth."He added, "I felt kind of bad about it because I should have paid a fair price. I paid a price that was lower than it should have been."The auction took place when the post-pandemic market was unstable, and several items sold for less than expected. Experts had predicted the guitar might fetch more than $150,000.Hammett said he called Schon to offer the guitar back. "I said, 'Neal, do you want the guitar back?' And he said, 'No, man, you keep it. You buy it, you keep it.'"Hammett said the gesture increased his respect for Schon. "Neal Schon, he's such a cool guy," Hammett said. "He's an amazing guitar player. He lives and breathes music."Hammett described Schon as a personal inspiration. "I see him, and I see how he conducts his life and how he plays, and his commitment and dedication to music. I was just like, 'Yeah! That's what I want to do too.' So I'm doing it!"Separately, Metallica has donated $100,000 to emergency operations in Venezuela after earthquakes killed more than 2,000 people and injured over 70,000. The band's All Within My Hands foundation made the donation to Direct Relief, a humanitarian aid group working in the region. The grant will help support Direct Relief's ongoing response to requests in Venezuela.

Rush Concerts Postponed Due To Illness

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Fri, 3 Jul 2026 14:17 GMT

Rush has postponed two more concerts on its Fifty Something reunion tour after lead singer Geddy Lee was diagnosed with laryngitis and bronchitis.The band announced the postponement hours before their scheduled June 30 performance at Dixies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas."We are deeply sorry to share that we must postpone our June 30 and July 2 shows," Rush said in a statement posted to social media. "Geddy has been diagnosed with laryngitis and bronchitis. After being evaluated by his doctors, he has been advised that he needs additional time to rest and recover before returning to the stage."The band apologized to fans who had made travel plans, saying they did not make the decision lightly. "After more than 50 years of touring, we've always believed that if we're going to step on stage, we owe you the very best performance we can give-and right now, that simply isn't possible," the statement said.The June 30 concert has been rescheduled for July 11. The July 2 show will now take place July 13. Rush said all previously purchased tickets will be honored for the new dates. Fans unable to attend can receive refunds at their point of purchase."Thank you for your patience, your understanding, and for always standing with us," the band said. "We look forward to seeing you in just a couple of weeks and appreciate your continued support while Geddy makes a full recovery."This postponement follows another recent delay for Rush in Fort Worth. The band's June 24 show was pushed to July 2 due to travel and border-related delays. That concert has now been moved again due to Lee's illness.Rush's Fifty Something tour began June 7 in Los Angeles. The reunion has drawn large crowds and positive reviews across the country.

Metallica Covers Banned Song at Cardiff Show, Donates to Local Food Bank

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Thu, 2 Jul 2026 14:19 GMT

Metallica performed Sunday, June 28, at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, where bassist Robert Trujillo and guitarist Kirk Hammett paid tribute to Welsh singer Tom Jones during their nightly "doodle" segment. The band covered Jones' 1968 hit "Delilah," a song banned from choir performances at the stadium during rugby matches since 2023 due to concerns over its violent lyrics.The Welsh Rugby Union banned "Delilah" after reviewing the lyrics, which describe a man killing his wife after seeing her with another man. The union stated it condemns domestic violence and said the song's subject matter is upsetting to some supporters. Despite the ban, Tom Jones told fans at a Cardiff Castle concert in July 2023 to keep singing the song, saying, "They may stop the choir from singing it, but they haven't stopped the crowd. Keep on singing it - and I'll keep on singing it too."During Metallica's first show in Wales in 30 years, Trujillo sang lead vocals on "Delilah" as the crowd joined in on the chorus. Metallica's "doodle" segment has previously featured covers of local artists, including Rammstein in Berlin, ABBA in Sweden, A-ha in Norway, the Pogues in Dublin and the Proclaimers in Glasgow.After the Cardiff show, Metallica donated more than $26,000 to Cardiff Foodbank through their All Within My Hands foundation. The food bank said on Instagram that the donation will help replenish its warehouse and support about 1,000 people with the equivalent of 9,000 meals.Metallica will play two shows at London Stadium on July 3 and July 5 before taking a summer break. The band's 24-date Life Burns Faster Sphere residency in Las Vegas begins Oct. 1.

ZZ Top and Cheap Trick Announce New 2026 Tour Dates

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Wed, 1 Jul 2026 14:19 GMT

ZZ Top and Cheap Trick have added new dates to their 2026 tour together. Both bands will continue performing across North America and Europe through the summer and fall. The tour features several special guests, with ZZ Top sharing the stage with George Thorogood and Dwight Yoakam, and Cheap Trick performing with acts like the Pat Travers Band, James Hatem, the Calling, and Styx.Presale for the new shows begins at 10 a.m. local time on Wednesday, July 1, with the code CTLIVE. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, July 3. For more information, visit Cheap Trick's official website.ZZ Top launched The Big One! Tour in April. Cheap Trick is promoting its latest album, "All Washed Up," due in 2025. Both bands are extending their tours after high demand. Cheap Trick is also rescheduling dates canceled in June after having to call off seven headlining concerts following a run of shows with Styx.Below are the updated tour dates for both bandsZZ Top 2026 Tour Dates 6/30 - Malmo, Sweden @ Malmo Arena 7/2 - Hamburg, Germany @ Stadtpark 7/3 - Friedberg, Germany @ Friedberg Open Air 7/4 - Waltheim, Germany @ Waldbuhne 7/6 - Pardubice, Czech Republic @ Enteria Arena 7/7 - Poelten, Austria @ VAZ 7/9 - Brussels, Belgium @ Forest National 7/10 - Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg @ Rockhal 7/11 - Weert, Netherlands @ Bospop Festival 7/13 - Regensburg, Germany @ Open Air am Jahnstadion 7/14 - Zurich, Switzerland @ The Hall 7/15 - Paris, France @ Adidas Arena 7/16 - Saint Malo Du Bois, France @ Festival de Poupet 7/18 - Pamplona, Spain @ Navarra Arena 7/19 - Barcelona, Spain @ Poble Espanyol 7/20 - Madrid, Spain @ Noches del Botanico 7/22 - Valencia, Spain @ Marina Norte 7/23 - Murcia, Spain @ Bullring 7/25 - Cadiz, Spain @ Concert Music Festival 8/4 - Chula Vista, Calif. @ North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre 8/7 - Fresno, Calif. @ Saroyan Theater/Fresno Convention & Entertainment Center 8/9 - Modesto, Calif. @ Fruit Yard Amphitheatre 8/11 - Redmond, Wash. @ Marymoor Amphitheater 8/13 - Central Point, Ore. @ Bi-Mart Amphitheater 8/14 - Ridgefield, Wash. @ Harrah's Stir Cove Ilani Casino 8/18 - Sandy, Utah @ Sandy City Amphitheater 8/19 - Colorado Springs, Colo. @ Pikes Peak Center For The Performing Arts 8/21 - Lynchburg, Va. @ Lynchburg Amphitheater at Riverfront Park 8/22-23 - Austin, Texas @ ACL Live at The Moody Theater 8/29 - Terre Haute, Ind. @ The Mill 8/30 - Kettering, Ohio @ Fraze Pavilion 9/1 - East Meadow, N.Y. @ Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre 9/5 - Gilford, N.H. @ Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion 9/6 - Bangor, Maine @ Maine Savings Amphitheater 9/9 - Lynn, Mass. @ Lynn Memorial Auditorium 9/11 - Solomons, Md. @ PNC Waterside Pavilion 9/12 - Uncasville, Conn. @ Mohegan Sun Arena 9/13 - Hyannis, Mass. @ Cape Cod Melody Tent 9/15 - Lancaster, Pa. @ American Music Theatre 9/18 - Wilmington, N.C. @ Greenfield Lake Amphitheatre 9/26 - Nashville, Tenn. @ Ascend Amphitheater 10/3 - The Woodlands, Texas @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion 10/4 - Irving, Texas @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory 11/9 - Guadalajara, Mexico @ Telemex Auditorium 11/11 - Mexico City, Mexico @ Auditorio Nacional 11/12 - Monterrey, Mexico @ Banamex Auditorium 11/16 - Santiago, Chile @ Teatro Caupolican 11/18 - Porto Alegre, Brazil @ Pepsi On Stage 11/20 - Curitiba, Brazil @ Igloo Super Hall 11/21 - S o Paulo, Brazil @ Espa o Unimed 11/24 - Buenos Aires, Argentina @ Movistar ArenaCheap Trick 2026 Tour Dates 8/2 - Minnedosa, Manitoba @ Rockin' the Fields of Minnedosa 8/4 - Chula Vista, Calif. @ North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre 8/5 - Los Angeles, Calif. @ Hollywood Bowl 8/8 - Saratoga, Calif. @ The Mountain Winery 8/9 - Modesto, Calif. @ Fruit Yard Amphitheatre 8/11 - Redmond, Wash. @ Marymoor Park Concerts 8/13 - Central Point, Ore. @ Bi-Mart Amphitheater 8/15 - Castle Rock, Colo. @ Town of Castle Rock Summer Concert Series 8/18 - Sandy, Utah @ Sandy Amphitheater 8/21 - Albuquerque, N.M. @ Isleta Resort & Casino 8/23 - Chandler, Ariz. @ Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park 8/29 - Albany, Ore. @ Northwest Art & Air Festival 9/2 - Walla Walla, Wash. @ Walla Walla Fair and Frontier Days 9/10 - Aurora, Ill. @ RiverEdge Park (rescheduled) 9/11 - Paw Paw, Mich. @ Warner Vineyards (rescheduled) 9/16 - Hampton, N.H. @ Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom 9/18 - Lincoln, R.I. @ Twin River Events Center 9/19 - Morristown, N.J. @ Mayo Performing Arts Center 9/21 - Glenside, Pa. @ Keswick Theatre 9/22 - Greensburg, Pa. @ The Palace Theatre 9/24 - Louisville, Ky. @ Bourbon & Beyond 2026 9/26 - Nashville, Tenn. @ Ascend Amphitheater 10/3 - The Woodlands, Texas @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion 10/4 - Irving, Texas @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory 11/5 - Fort Wayne, Ind. @ Clyde Theatre (rescheduled) 11/8 - Madison, Wis. @ The Sylvee (rescheduled)Will you be attending one of these shows? Let us know which date stands out.

Nikki Sixx Fires Back at Godsmack Drummer Amid Ongoing Feud Over M tley Cr e Live Performances

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:16 GMT

Nikki Sixx responded Friday to comments made by Godsmack drummer Shannon Larkin about M tley Cr e's live performances, calling Larkin a "hater" in a post on X.Larkin, who played drums for Godsmack from 2002 to 2024, discussed recent criticism of Mike Mangini-Godsmack's new drummer-on his YouTube channel. During the video, Larkin alleged that M tley Cr e uses a click track during live shows. He also claimed that Sixx sometimes appears to be singing when his voice is heard on a backing track.Sixx addressed Larkin's claims on X, writing, "Who's this Shannon Larkin hater? It's funny how so many B- and C-level bands seem to spend more time talking about us than writing songs people actually remember. Maybe it's jealousy, maybe it's insecurity, maybe ticket sales are a little slow. Either way, borrowing someone else's spotlight has never been much of a long-term career strategy."Sixx continued, "I genuinely feel for musicians who never figured out that the best publicity is writing great songs-over and over again, decade after decade for fans not critics. It reminds me of the endless podcast crowd that builds an audience by talking about everyone else instead of creating something worth talking about. Anyway, maybe he needs to take a nap before he does more press."Larkin's original comments came as he discussed Wade Murff, who briefly played drums for Godsmack before Mangini joined. Larkin said Godsmack does not use click tracks or backing tracks during live shows, unlike some bands. He added, "You see Nikki Sixx up there. He's not really singing, he looks away, but you still hear his voice. Well, it's a track playing. But in order for those things to happen, the band has to be on a click track - and the band doesn't have to. It's just us, the drummer. We're on a click so it's always the same every night."Earlier this year, M tley Cr e won a legal dispute with former guitarist Mick Mars. Mars had accused the band of playing to backing tracks, but later retracted those statements in court.Tension between M tley Cr e and Godsmack dates back to 2009, when Godsmack opened for M tley Cr e on the Cr e Fest 2 tour. Larkin said in a 2011 interview that issues with M tley Cr e's security led to bad blood, claiming Godsmack's guests were mistreated backstage. "Motley Crue's security were real weird with our guests getting backstage, like our guests might want to look at Motley Crue. Our guests were there to see us and they didn't care about Motley Crue," Larkin said at the time.Godsmack later released the 2010 song "Cryin' Like a Bitch," which frontman Sully Erna confirmed was inspired by their experience on the tour. Erna said in a video, "There's definitely been some rock star garbage on this tour that we just have never seen in our career. This was the first time that I felt like, 'If there's gonna be some people that are gonna treat other people a certain way, then I'm gonna go out there every night and make sure that we make you look old and fat and go home with a nice big fat paycheck.'"The two bands have continued to trade remarks in interviews and on social media in the years since.

Steve Miller Returns to New York Stage for Rare Jazz at Lincoln Center Concerts in 2026

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:43 GMT

Steve Miller, frontman of the Steve Miller Band, has announced two concerts in New York City after stepping back from touring last year.Miller will perform Oct. 9 and 10 at Frederick P. Rose Hall as part of the Jazz at Lincoln Center series. Both concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. and include a pre-concert lecture. The performances mark the 10th year of Miller's tribute to his blues and jazz influences.Tickets are available at jazz.org, starting at $42.These are Miller's only scheduled shows for 2026. The event listing mentions "special guests," but does not confirm if other Steve Miller Band members will join him.Miller, 82, canceled all 2025 tour dates last year. Some fans speculated low ticket sales were the reason. Miller cited climate concerns."The combination of extreme heat, unpredictable flooding, tornadoes, hurricanes and massive forest fires make these risks for you, our audience, the band and the crew unacceptable," the band said in a statement last July. "So ... you can blame it on the weather ... The tour is cancelled."Longtime band member Kenny Lee Lewis defended Miller's decision. On Facebook, Lewis wrote that Miller struggled with heat exhaustion at outdoor shows."You didn't see Steve Miller hanging over a railing after our first outdoor stadium show opening in the sun for Journey and Def Leppard in Atlanta trying to fend off heat exhaustion," Lewis wrote. "I was really worried about him. Next couple outdoor shows the crew had to arrange the stage air coolers with flexible ducts on him as he also wore frozen gel packs on his neck and shoulders. He looked like the Michelin Man! And he still almost passed out."Lewis, who has played bass, guitar and sung with the band since 1982, said ticket sales usually picked up late. He added, "Even if sales were down, Steve has been concerned about this heat for years. It's too frickin hot for an 81-year-old to go out on that stage as temperatures keep breaking records even if you are the closer as the sun sets."

Stevie Nicks Rumored to Attend Swift/Kelce Wedding

Posted by rdhouserockusa — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:42 GMT

Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce are rumored to be planning a wedding at Madison Square Garden over the Fourth of July weekend, according to Rolling Stone.Sources told the magazine that Fleetwood Mac singer Stevie Nicks is expected to attend the ceremony. Another source said Nicks may perform at the event.Swift has not publicly confirmed the date or location of her wedding. The New York Times reported earlier this week that Swift had rented Madison Square Garden, suggesting a multiple-day event.An entertainment industry executive and another person familiar with the plans told the Times there will be an intimate gathering of about 100 people at the venue on Thursday, July 2. A larger celebration with approximately 1,000 guests is planned for the following day, with possible stage performances.Swift and Nicks have a long friendship and have worked together before. They performed Swift's "You Belong With Me" and Fleetwood Mac's "Rhiannon" at the 2010 Grammy Awards. Swift referenced Nicks in her 2024 song "Clara Bow" and dedicated the song's live debut to her."She's paved the way for us, and she's mentored so many artists that you don't even know she's doing it," Swift said of Nicks. "She's just become friends with so many female artists, just to be a guiding hand. I can't tell you how rare that is. She's a hero of mine and also someone that I can tell her any secret - she'd never tell anybody."Nicks has praised Swift's 2022 song "You're on Your Own, Kid," saying it helped her cope with the loss of her Fleetwood Mac bandmate Christine McVie."Thank you to Taylor Swift for doing this thing for me, and that is writing a song called 'You're on Your Own, Kid,'" Nicks said during a 2023 concert. She added that the song helped her navigate life after McVie's death.Earlier this month, Swift wore an orange and blue "Stevie Knicks" T-shirt while sitting courtside at Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden.