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Singer Daryl Hall is recovering after a recent kidney transplant.Hall shared an update with fans on social media, saying he received a kidney from a living donor a few weeks ago. The Hall & Oates singer said the surgery was a "complete success," according to his doctors, and that he is starting to feel better.Hall wrote that he expects to return to normal in a few months, telling fans to get ready for more music and episodes of "Live From Daryl's House," his web series featuring performances with his band and guest artists. Since 2007, the show has featured guests such as Todd Rundgren, Dave Stewart of Eurythmics, Joe Walsh of the Eagles, Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top and Sammy Hagar.Hall does not have any concerts scheduled for 2026. His last full show took place Aug. 28, 2025, at the Minnesota State Fair.Hall now performs solo after ending his partnership with John Oates in 2023. The pair settled a two-year legal dispute over publishing rights in 2025. Neither Hall nor Oates has announced plans to reunite

Twisted Sister has added three new dates to its fall 2026 tour with vocalist Sebastian Bach. The band announced shows on Oct. 18 in Gary, Indiana; Nov. 14 in Charles Town, West Virginia; and Dec. 11 in St. Petersburg, Florida.These additions bring the total fall tour dates to nine. Twisted Sister previously announced concerts in Palmer, Alaska; Salem, Oregon; Durant, Oklahoma; Puyallup, Washington; Niagara Falls, Ontario; and Windsor, Ontario.Tickets for the new dates go on sale to the public Friday. Presale begins Wednesday at 10 a.m. local time with the code "TWISTED2026."Twisted Sister announced in September 2025 that they would reunite for a 50th anniversary tour, ten years after retiring. Early in 2026, frontman Dee Snider stepped down from the band due to health concerns. The band canceled the initial reunion dates. Guitarists Jay Jay French and Eddie Ojeda later announced that Bach would take over vocals for the rescheduled shows.Snider addressed rumors about his health on his House of Hair radio show. "The rumors have run wild that I am on my deathbed. I am not," Snider said. "I just can't do those things that I did in my 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s and even 60s. Otherwise I'm alive and well. I'm enjoying life.""You won't see me on stage like I used to because that will mess me up," Snider said. "Thank you for cheering me on. I'm OK. I just can't do that anymore. I want you to remember me for the great shows that I did."Twisted Sister featuring Sebastian Bach 2026 Tour Dates:Sept. 4 - Palmer, Alaska, Borealis Theatre
Sept. 6 - Salem, Oregon, The Pavilion at the Oregon State Fairgrounds
Sept. 12 - Durant, Oklahoma, Choctaw Grand Theater
Sept. 27 - Puyallup, Washington, Washington State Fair
Oct. 8 - Niagara Falls, Ontario, OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino
Oct. 10 - Windsor, Ontario, The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor
Oct. 18 - Gary, Indiana, Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
Nov. 14 - Charles Town, West Virginia, The Event Center at Hollywood Casino
Dec. 11 - St. Petersburg, Florida, Ferg's Pavilio

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) - Rod Stewart nearly fainted onstage during a concert Friday at Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre, prompting crew members to assist him in front of the audience.The 81-year-old singer appeared visibly uncomfortable more than halfway through his set. He struggled to finish his 1981 hit "Young Turks." Crew members came from backstage and provided Stewart with an oxygen tank to help his breathing, according to video obtained by TMZ.After regaining his composure, Stewart addressed the crowd. "The show must go on. I nearly fainted there. Would you mind if I sit down for this one?" he said.Stewart performed the rest of the concert seated, including songs such as "Have I Told You Lately" and "Do Ya Think I'm Sexy?" He returned for a single encore, "Love Train." The venue is about 4,300 feet above sea level, and the elevation may have played a role in the incident.Stewart has faced health issues in recent months. In May, he canceled some Las Vegas residency dates and was placed on vocal rest due to a sinus infection. He later canceled another show in San Diego because of a sinus infection and laryngitis. Some fans expressed frustration after Stewart was seen attending a soccer match in Boston the next day.Stewart is currently on his One Last Time tour, which is set to run throughout the summer

DUBLIN (AP) - Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett slipped off the stage and fell into the crowd during the band's show at Dublin's Aviva Stadium on Friday, June 19. The band had just started playing "Seek & Destroy" in front of about 40,000 fans when Hammett, 63, lost his footing at the stage edge.He fell into the audience, missed only a few notes, and was helped back on stage. Hammett finished the performance without further incident.A few hours later, Hammett confirmed he was uninjured by sharing a fan video of the fall on Instagram Stories, captioned "Slip & Destroy."The mishap quickly spread across social media, with several fan videos posted to YouTube and X. Hammett's lighthearted response drew positive reactions from fans who appreciated his attitude.The Dublin concert is part of Metallica's European tour, with upcoming shows in Glasgow on June 25, Cardiff on June 28, and two nights in London on July 3 and 5. After Europe, the band will begin a 24-date residency at the Las Vegas Sphere starting Oct. 1, with dates scheduled through March 2027.Metallica have sold more than 150 million albums worldwide and achieved six No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200, including "Metallica" (1991), "Load" (1996), "Reload" (1997), "St. Anger" (2003), "Death Magnetic" (2008), and "Hardwired... to Self-Destruct" (2016).Their latest album, "72 Seasons," debuted at No. 2 in 2023. The band have won eight Grammy Awards and entered the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2009. "Seek & Destroy," the song Hammett was playing when he fell, is from Metallica's 1983 debut "Kill 'Em All" and has remained a regular part of their live shows for more than 40 years

Many rock bands can fill arenas, but only a few acts earn the label "arena rock."Arena rock emerged in the 1970s and became a defining sound in the 1980s. The style features big, anthemic songs, soaring choruses and powerful guitar riffs. Bands tailored their music for large crowds, often encouraging audience sing-alongs.Arena rock is known for its loud, bold approach. The music is designed to energize crowds and fill massive venues, not small clubs or intimate settings.Some bands stand out as the face of arena rock.Queen
Queen helped set the standard for arena rock. The band's early years blended hard rock and progressive rock, but their signature sound developed in the mid-1970s. Freddie Mercury's operatic vocals, layered harmonies and Brian May's guitar work became trademarks."Bohemian Rhapsody," "Killer Queen" and "Somebody to Love" are built for large audiences. In 1977, Queen released "We Will Rock You," a song May wrote for audience participation. Fans around the world still stomp and clap to its beat nearly 50 years later.Journey
Journey is closely linked to the arena rock sound, though the group started out playing progressive rock and jazz fusion. Their direction shifted when Steve Perry joined as singer in 1977, followed by keyboardist Jonathan Cain in 1980.Hits like "Lights," "Wheel in the Sky," "Any Way You Want It," "Don't Stop Believin'," "Open Arms," "Separate Ways (World Apart)" and "Faithfully" showcase the band's arena rock style. Journey's songs remain staples at sporting events, and their appeal spans generations.Bon Jovi
Bon Jovi arrived on the scene with many arena rock elements in place, though their first two albums saw limited success. That changed with 1986's "Slippery When Wet," which featured hits such as "You Give Love a Bad Name," "Livin' on a Prayer" and "Wanted Dead or Alive."Bon Jovi's music, marked by catchy hooks and sing-along choruses, was created for mass appeal. Guitarist Richie Sambora said in the 2009 documentary "Bon Jovi: When We Were Beautiful" that some songs were written specifically with arenas and stadiums in mind.Van Halen
Van Halen started out in small Los Angeles clubs but quickly outgrew those spaces. Eddie Van Halen's guitar playing and David Lee Roth's showmanship drove their rise.Songs like "Jump," "Runnin' With the Devil," "Hot for Teacher" and "Panama" blend rock intensity with pop hooks. Van Halen's energetic performances and Eddie's guitar skills made them a mainstay in large venues.Eddie Van Halen described the instrument as a personal extension of the player, saying, "You have to be emotionally and spiritually connected to your instrument."Arena rock's big sound and crowd interaction continue to define live rock music. Do you find yourself singing along to these classics at concerts or events? What bands do you think best represent arena rock today

Who were the 'Big Four' of 1970s rock bands?Debate continues among fans, but four bands dominated the rock scene in the 1970s by album sales, hit singles, artistic achievements and cultural impact.EaglesBy 1976, the Eagles had become one of the decade's top acts. Their blend of country-rock and mainstream rock led to several hit albums and singles, including the chart-topping "One of These Nights." The release of "Their Greatest Hits (1971-1975)" sold 40 million copies in the U.S., making it the first album to achieve quadruple diamond certification by the Recording Industry Association of America. It remains the highest-selling album in U.S. history.The band followed with "Hotel California," which produced hits like "Life in the Fast Lane" and the title track. Don Henley and Glenn Frey led the group, joined by guitarists Don Felder and Joe Walsh. After a demanding tour, the Eagles released "The Long Run" in 1979, which sold 7 million copies and included the Grammy-winning "Heartache Tonight." The group disbanded soon after but reunited in 1994 and remain a top concert draw.Led ZeppelinLed Zeppelin defined 1970s rock with their heavy, guitar-driven sound. They incorporated blues, folk, psychedelia, country and funk into their music, influencing many bands that followed. Early critics dismissed "Led Zeppelin III," but the band quickly silenced doubters with their untitled fourth album, known as "Led Zeppelin IV." Songs like "Black Dog," "Rock and Roll" and "Stairway to Heaven" became staples of rock radio. "Led Zeppelin IV" sold more than 24 million copies in the U.S.The band continued with "Houses of the Holy" and "Physical Graffiti," both of which sold well and expanded their musical style. Led Zeppelin became a major live act, and albums like "Presence" and "In Through the Out Door" further extended their influence. The death of drummer John Bonham in 1980 ended the band's run. Led Zeppelin has reunited only occasionally for special performances.Pink FloydPink Floyd achieved both commercial and critical success in the 1970s. Their 1973 album "The Dark Side of the Moon" sold more than 15 million copies in the U.S. and about 45 million worldwide. It holds the record as the longest-charting album on the Billboard 200. The album explored themes of mental health and the pressures of band life, blending art-rock with radio-friendly singles.The group continued with "Wish You Were Here" and "Animals," both of which sold millions. Their 1979 double album "The Wall" included hits such as "Comfortably Numb," "Hey You" and "Another Brick in the Wall, Part 2." By the end of the century, "The Wall" was certified 23-times platinum by the RIAA, making it the best-selling double album ever. Pink Floyd released one more album in 1983 before Roger Waters left the group.The Rolling StonesThe Rolling Stones entered the 1970s after two acclaimed albums, "Beggars Banquet" and "Let It Bleed." The band continued with "Sticky Fingers," featuring the No. 1 hit "Brown Sugar." The album mixed blues jams and ballads, setting up their double album "Exile on Main St.," which drew from country, gospel and blues influences.Following "Exile," the Stones released "Goats Head Soup," "It's Only Rock 'n Roll" and "Black and Blue." These albums faced criticism, but the band maintained strong sales and successful tours. In 1978, "Some Girls" marked a comeback, updating their sound to fit the punk and disco era. The single "Miss You" reached No. 1 and remains one of their biggest hits.Which of these bands left the biggest mark on your music taste? Do their 1970s records still resonate with you today

Choosing the top four guitar solos is a challenging task. Every rock fan has favorites, and most classic rock songs feature a memorable solo. There are thousands of contenders, even among the most influential tracks. You could make dozens of lists and still find valid choices.What separates a great guitar solo from the rest? Technique matters, but so does personality. The best solos reflect the player's style and match the song's mood. A standout solo can lift a song above its melody and hooks, becoming just as recognizable and easy to hum. Many fans can play these solos in their heads, note for note.To narrow the choices, we set a few ground rules:
We did not include instrumentals, which are a separate category. We focused on studio versions, not live recordings, so extended renditions like "Free Bird" are out. Length was not the main factor. The content of the solo mattered more than its duration.Even with those guidelines, the pool of solos remains large. After much debate, here are four guitar solos that have shaped rock music."Johnny B. Goode," Chuck Berry (1958)Chuck Berry's solo on "Johnny B. Goode" set a new standard for rock guitar. Berry played a Gibson ES-350T at Chess Records in Chicago, working with producers Phil and Leonard Chess. The song's opening riff, inspired by Louis Jordan's 1946 track "Ain't That Just Like a Woman," stands out for its energy and clarity.Berry built on a piano pattern by Johnnie Johnson, with Lafayette Leake playing on the recording. The riff recurs between vocal lines and anchors the 30-second solo. Berry had shown his skill before on songs like "Maybellene" and "Roll Over Beethoven," but "Johnny B. Goode" became the reference point for future guitarists. Keith Richards has called it a defining moment."Voodoo Child (Slight Return)," Jimi Hendrix Experience (1968)Jimi Hendrix's solo on "Voodoo Child (Slight Return)" is one of his most analyzed performances. Recorded during the sessions for "Electric Ladyland," the track starts with Hendrix using a wah-wah pedal on his Fender Stratocaster. The song evolved from a jam with Steve Winwood and Jack Casady, and was filmed for a documentary.Bassist Noel Redding and drummer Mitch Mitchell kept up with Hendrix's improvisation. The first solo lasts nearly a minute, and the closing solo stretches to 93 seconds. Hendrix's style, full of feedback and unpredictable phrasing, pushed the limits of rock guitar. After Hendrix's death, the song became his only UK No. 1 single. Artists like Stevie Ray Vaughan and Kenny Wayne Shepherd have since made the solo part of their own performances."While My Guitar Gently Weeps," the Beatles with Eric Clapton (1968)George Harrison, feeling overlooked as a songwriter during the Beatles' "White Album" sessions, invited Eric Clapton to play the solo on "While My Guitar Gently Weeps." Clapton used a 1957 Gibson Les Paul, which he had recently given to Harrison.Clapton's solo features careful phrasing and emotion, echoing Harrison's melody. The mid-song solo lasts 35 seconds, with another minute-long solo at the end. Clapton's work on this track is considered one of his best. Harrison later said the other Beatles played better out of respect for Clapton's presence. The solo gained new attention when Clapton performed it at the Concert for George in 2002, and when Prince played it at Harrison's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction in 2004."Stairway to Heaven," Led Zeppelin (1971)Jimmy Page's solo on "Stairway to Heaven" is instantly recognizable. The song closes the first side of Led Zeppelin's fourth album and features a transition from acoustic guitar to a powerful solo played on a 1959 Fender Telecaster. Page recorded several takes before choosing the final version.The solo lasts 59 seconds and builds intensity, leading into Robert Plant's final verse. Page's performance required a double-neck guitar in live shows. While some may consider it overplayed, it remains a benchmark for rock guitarists.What solos would you add to your own "Big Four"? Do these choices match your personal list, or do you have other contenders? Let us know which guitar solos you think have left the biggest mark on rock history

Anika Nilles, the new drummer for Rush, described how she changed her usual practice routine to prepare for the band's Fifty Something reunion tour. Nilles said learning Rush's complex catalog required her to rethink how she approaches preparation.When asked how she managed to learn so many Rush songs, Nilles said, "I have no idea.""Sometimes I was sitting there and thought, 'I have no idea how I'm learning that,' but somehow it's working because I learned those songs in a completely different way," Nilles said. "My preparation was so different to how I prepare myself usually."Nilles explained that her usual process involves listening to songs, writing a quick chart, and playing along. For Rush, that approach did not work."Usually I just listen, then I make a quick chart for myself to have it visually in front of my eyes and then I just listen, read and play. And I figured with this, it doesn't work right. So sometimes you cannot really write it out because a lot of it is also kind of a feeling," she said.She added, "Technically you can write it out, but I would have spent so much time with just that. And I thought, I don't have that time. I just have to listen, make chunks for myself and just learn it step by step and then this is how I did it. But just memorizing all the parts is one thing and then learning the feeling is a different thing."Nilles stepped into the spot held by the late Neil Peart, joining longtime members Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson. She connected with the band through Lee's bass technician, John "Scully" McIntosh."I was diving directly into the Rush rabbit hole and just listened to everything I could catch - the music, videos, interviews, live shows, everything you can find online, basically, just to get to know the songs a bit better," Nilles said. "I just knew a bunch and also not in detail. So I started my whole research, but we also prepared, I think, six or seven songs for the first rehearsal. And as I got those titles, I was just focusing on those songs because they have a huge catalog."She said Rush's long break from touring helped everyone adjust as they began rehearsals."We all kind of started a little bit together from scratch," Nilles said. "I mean, they didn't really start from scratch, but as a trio, we had to find a way to come together. And it's one thing when you come into a band and everyone knows everything and it's just like playing, it's smooth because they're doing it every day onstage and you're the newbie who has to adjust and learn all this. It didn't feel like that. So it was also taking the pressure a little bit away because they're kind of like, 'Okay, how does this go?' Cause they hadn't played it in 10 years. Definitely took the pressure a little bit off my shoulders."Rush's first two comeback shows have received strong reviews, with critics praising Nilles' drumming.The Fifty Something reunion tour continues Thursday in Los Angeles, with dates scheduled through April 2027

Robert Plant, along with Saving Grace featuring Suzi Dian, has announced a third leg of their ongoing tour, set for fall 2026. The new dates will cover 16 shows across the United States, beginning Sept. 18 in St. Louis and ending Oct. 15 in Chicago.The tour, titled "Up the Sharp End," supports the upcoming album "Saving Grace," scheduled for release in 2025. This marks Plant's first extensive run of performances with Saving Grace, a group formed in 2019. The band includes singer Suzi Dian, drummer Oli Jefferson, guitarist Tony Kelsey, banjo and string player Matt Worley, and cellist Barney Morse-Brown.Plant and Saving Grace played their first U.S. show in October 2025 and performed several dates earlier this spring.Presale tickets will be available starting June 10 at 10 a.m. local time. General ticket sales open Friday at 10 a.m. local time. Full details and ticket information can be found on Plant's official website.The tour dates are:Sept. 18 - St. Louis, Mo., The Pageant
Sept. 19 - Kansas City, Mo., Helzberg Hall at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
Sept. 22 - Colorado Springs, Colo., Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts
Sept. 23 - Santa Fe, N.M., Santa Fe Opera House
Sept. 25 - Flagstaff, Ariz., Pepsi Amphitheater
Sept. 26 - Highland, Calif., Yaamava' Resort & Casino
Sept. 28 - San Diego, Calif., Humphrey's Concerts by the Bay
Sept. 29 - Paso Robles, Calif., Vina Robles Amphitheatre
Oct. 1 - Santa Barbara, Calif., Arlington Theatre
Oct. 2 - San Francisco, Calif., Orpheum Theatre
Oct. 5 - Sacramento, Calif., SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center
Oct. 8 - Salt Lake City, Utah, Abravanel Hall
Oct. 11 - Rapid City, S.D., The Monument
Oct. 12 - Sioux City, Iowa, Orpheum Theatre
Oct. 14 - Minneapolis, Minn., State Theatre
Oct. 15 - Chicago, Ill., Chicago Theatr

Paul McCartney's latest solo album, "The Boys of Dungeon Lane," debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 chart, according to Billboard's latest chart results. The album, which features singles "Days We Left Behind" and "Home to Us," entered the chart for the week ending June 4 and earned 63,000 album-equivalent units in the United States. Of those, 59,500 came from traditional album sales, including 32,000 vinyl records.Billboard reports that "The Boys of Dungeon Lane" reached No. 1 on its Top Album Sales, Vinyl Albums, and Independent Albums charts. This achievement marks McCartney's 22nd album to reach the Billboard 200's top 10, counting his work with Wings. His first solo top 10 album, "McCartney," reached No. 1 in 1970. As a member of the Beatles, McCartney charted 32 albums in the Billboard 200's top 10, starting with "Meet the Beatles!" in 1964.According to Billboard, the Rolling Stones have the most Billboard 200 top 10 albums, with 38. When combining McCartney's solo, Wings, and Beatles chart entries, he totals 54 top 10 albums, surpassing the Stones.In the United Kingdom, "The Boys of Dungeon Lane" debuted at No. 1 on the Official U.K. Albums Chart, the Official Charts Company reports. The album also topped the U.K.'s Album Sales, Physical Albums, Vinyl Albums, and Record Store charts. In Scotland, the album reached No. 1, while in Ireland it peaked at No. 8 and reached No. 2 on the Downloads Chart.Rolling Stone gave the album four-and-a-half out of five stars, describing it as "a warm, nostalgic late-career masterpiece." The review highlighted several songs about McCartney's early years in Liverpool, including a duet with Ringo Starr, and noted the album's title references a street in the neighborhood where both McCartney and George Harrison grew up