On Tuesday (June 10), Atlantic City police recovered a stolen custom-built guitar belonging to Heart’s Nancy Wilson, one of two irreplaceable instruments taken from the band two weeks earlier. The theft happened after Heart finished loading into the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, with surveillance footage showing the guitar being handed to a woman who later surrendered it to police, which led to the arrest of a 57-year-old man on charges of burglary and theft. Paul Moak’s vintage 1966 Gibson EM-50 mandolin, which was also stolen that night, remains unrecovered at this time. The theft occurred the night before the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers were set to kick off their An Evening With Heart summer tour on May 31. Before the recovery of her guitar, Wilson said, “These instruments are more than just tools of our trade — they’re extensions of our musical souls. We’re heartbroken, and we’re asking for their safe return — no questions asked. Their value to us is immeasurable.” (Billboard)

After canceling their UK and European tour earlier this year due to scheduling conflicts, rumors began swirling that the Rolling Stones were back in the studio recording new material. Reports from The Sun confirm that the rock legends are working on a new album, and possibly gearing up for another tour. The article states that Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood, and Steve Jordan have been busy recording at Metropolis Studios in West London since April, and have 13 new songs completed. Those reports also claim that renowned producer Andrew Watt – who produced and co-wrote three songs on the Stones’ Grammy-winning 2023 album, Hackney Diamonds – is again working with the band on their upcoming project. The band and their label are apparently in discussions for the album's release, while also contemplating future tour dates. Though no official announcements have been made, Jagger and Richards have both previously revealed that the group has ample material for another album. (NME)

Brian Wilson, the brilliant musician who helped define the California teen lifestyle through a series of iconic ’60s hits with his band, The Beach Boys, has passed away at the age of 82. In a heartfelt post shared on Instagram, his family confirmed the news of his death. “We are heartbroken to announce,” the statement began, expressing their deep grief over the loss of a beloved husband, father, and music legend.

The Doobie Brothers, known for their genre-blending, commercially successful career since the 1970s, just released their 16th studio album, Walk This Road, on Friday (June 6). This new record marks the first time that all three of the band’s principal songwriters - Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald, and Pat Simmons - have contributed significantly to a project. Walk This Road was produced by pop-rock veteran John Shanks, and represents McDonald's first appearance on a Doobies album in two decades. The band’s long history of chart success includes nine Top 10 albums on the Billboard 200, and 10 Top 20 entries on the Billboard Hot 100, with hits spanning the rock, adult contemporary, R&B, and country charts. The new album's release precedes the band's induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame on June 12, alongside fellow music legends George Clinton, Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins, Ashley Gorley, Mike Love, and Tony Macaulay. The reunion for the new record went so smoothly that McDonald teases that they “might even do another” album. (Billboard)

Sly Stone, the groundbreaking musician who fused funk, rock, and soul with Sly & the Family Stone, died on Monday (June 9) at the age of 82. According to his family, the cause of death was due to a “prolonged battle with COPD and other underlying health issues.” Stone’s family shared that “Sly passed away peacefully, surrounded by his three children, his closest friend, and his extended family. While we mourn his absence, we take solace in knowing that his extraordinary musical legacy will continue to resonate and inspire for generations to come.” The family also revealed that Stone “recently completed the screenplay for his life story, a project we are eager to share with the world in due course.”

Drummer Frank Beard has rejoined ZZ Top for their summer tour after taking a leave of absence due to foot and ankle issues that have now been resolved. The band’s longtime drum tech, John Douglas, filled in for Beard over the past two months. “We’re happy that Frank is back with Elwood [Francis, bassist] and yours truly, BFG,” vocalist/guitarist Billy Gibbons said in a statement. “We missed him and are looking forward to turning it up and rocking out with him. His complete recovery is cause for celebration and that’s just what we intend to do. Welcome back, pardner!” Beard also added, “It’s good to be back. See you out there.” Beard has been ZZ Top’s drummer for over 55 years, from their 1971 debut album through 2012’s La Futura, and has co-written hits like “Legs,” “Sharp Dressed Man,” and “Gimme All Your Lovin’.” ZZ Top's Elevation Tour resumed on Sunday (June 1) in Victoria, British Columbia, with stops scheduled across Canada and the U.S. through October. (Rolling Stone)

John Fogerty has followed Taylor Swift's lead by re-recording his classic hits and deep cuts from Creedence Clearwater Revival. The 80-year-old rock legend has just shared "John's Version" recordings of CCR classics "Up Around the Bend," "Have You Ever Seen the Rain," and “Porterville.” Those three songs will be included on Fogerty’s upcoming 20-track album, Legacy: the Creedence Clearwater Revival Years, which is set for release on August 22nd via Concord. The project is co-produced by Fogerty and his son Shane, who also plays on the album with his dad alongside his brother, Tyler. Fogerty reclaimed a majority interest in the Creedence Clearwater Revival publishing catalog in 2023, but that deal did not include his master recordings. “For most of my life I did not own the songs I had written,” Fogerty says in a statement. “Getting them back changes everything. Legacy is my way of celebrating that — of playing these songs on my terms, with the people I love.” (Consequence of Sound)

On Wednesday (May 28), Styx revealed details about their upcoming 18th studio album, Circling from Above, which is set to be released on July 18th. The band also shared the project’s lead single, "Build and Destroy," along with a Jay Ziebarth-directed music video. “We knew it was strong,” bassist Terry Gowan says of their new single. “Even though it was the second-to-last song we finished, it felt like a quick way into the album’s overall theme.” Fans can grab early physical copies of Circling From Above at their merch stand throughout their ongoing tour with REO Speedwagon’s Kevin Cronin, which runs through late August. This mark’s Styx’s first studio album since 2021’s Crash of the Crown, and it includes 13 tracks spanning 41 minutes, while showcasing all seven members of the band. (Consequence of Sound)

In a new interview on That Peter Crouch Podcast, Rod Stewart confirmed that a Faces reunion with Ronnie Wood is planned for Glastonbury 2025. The legendary British singer, fresh off receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award at the AMAs on Monday (May 26),  is set to perform at Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage for this year's Legends set. “Woody, I do [speak to] a lot,” the 80-year-old Stewart revealed during the episode. “Just recently, ’cause we’re gonna do Glastonbury together.” Stewart and Wood were Faces bandmates in the late '60s/early '70s alongside drummer Kenney Jones, with the band splitting up when Wood joined the Rolling Stones in 1975. This news follows earlier hints of a Faces comeback, with Jones revealing the band has been recording new tracks for a potential album release. The highly anticipated Faces reunion is part of a Glastonbury lineup that features headliners The 1975, Neil Young, and Olivia Rodrigo, with the festival set to take place at Worthy Farm in Somerset, England from June 25-29. This will mark Stewart's first return to Glasto since his previous performance in 2002. (Billboard)

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Rick Derringer, the singer of the 1965 No. 1 hit, “Hang on Sloopy,” and writer of “Rock and Roll Hootchie Koo,” passed away at the age of 77 in Ormond Beach, Florida. The news of the musician’s death was shared by his caretaker, Tony Wilson, who said Derringer died Monday evening (May 26), though no cause of death was disclosed. Throughout his six-decade career, Derringer achieved success as a guitarist, singer, and producer, working with varied artists like Steely Dan, Todd Rundgren, Alice Cooper, Kiss, and Barbra Streisand. Derringer played guitar in the Edgar Winter Group, and produced their massive 1972 hit, “Frankenstein,” which topped the Billboard Hot 100 in May of 1973.

In a new biography about Freddie Mercury, a 48-year-old woman has revealed herself as his alleged secret daughter, providing personal diaries written by the Queen frontman for the book. According to the upcoming book, Love, Freddie, by Lesley-Ann Jones, the child's conception occurred during an affair between Mercury and the wife of a close friend in 1976. Throughout his life until his death in 1991, Mercury remained involved in the child’s life, though her existence was only known to members of his inner circle. The woman, known as “B,” is now a medical professional in Europe. “He entrusted his collection of private notebooks to me, his only child and his next of kin,” “B” said in an interview with The Daily Mail. “After more than three decades of lies, speculation and distortion, it is time to let Freddie speak.” “No one could have faked all this,” Jones says in defense of "B." “Why would she have worked with me for three and a half years, never demanding anything?” (Consequence of Sound)

Sir Rod Stewart is set to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award and perform at the 2025 American Music Awards, marking the British rock legend’s return to the AMA stage for the first time since 2004. The 80-year-old Stewart joins the lineup of artists over 50 set to perform at this year's awards ceremony, including Jennifer Lopez, Gwen Stefani, Janet Jackson, and Gloria Estefan, alongside younger acts like Benson Boone, Reneé Rapp, and Lainey Wilson. Stewart has received numerous accolades throughout his celebrated career, including two inductions into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame – for his solo work and with The Faces – and a variety of Lifetime Achievement Awards in recognition of his four No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 and four No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200. Stewart will launch the North American leg of his "One Last Time" world tour this summer, as well as continuing “The Encore Shows” residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas from May-June and September-October 2025. (Billboard)

On Tuesday (May 13), Yusuf/Cat Stevens announced details of his long-awaited memoir, Cat on the Road to Findout, which is set to be published in the U.K. on September 18 and North America on October 7 via Little, Brown Book Group. “Finally it’s here!” Yusuf wrote on Instagram. “After years of toiling, I’ve completed my book.” The memoir traces Stevens' life journey from his upbringing in London to his musical career in the Sixties, including his battle with tuberculosis in 1969 and his conversion to Islam in 1978. “I’ve been on an amazing journey, which began in the narrow streets of London, and led me through the most iconic cities, to perform upon the great stage of Western culture, ascending the dizzying heights of wealth, recognition, and artistic pinnacles,” Yusuf said in a statement. In addition to his forthcoming memoir (and an expected book tour), Yusuf will perform alongside fellow music legends Neil Young and Van Morrison at Hyde Park in London on July 11. (Rolling Stone)

The Who's Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey are set to announce a special upcoming project named, "The Song Is Over," sparking speculation about a potential farewell tour. The rock legends will hold a press event in London on Thursday (May 8), inviting questions from fans through their social media channels for what the duo are calling a “special announcement followed by an exclusive Q&A session.” The project's cryptic title draws its name from the band’s classic 1971 track, which was featured on their celebrated album, Who’s Next. Considering the band members' advancing ages – Townshend turns 80 on May 19, and Daltrey is 81 – the likelihood of a farewell tour seems to be high. Though the Who have a long history of so-called “farewell” tours, with their first one dating all the way back to 1982, which was their last trek with drummer Kenny Jones, who replaced their original drummer Keith Moon after his death in 1978. The Who’s current drummer, Zak Starkey, was recently fired – then immediately rehired – by the band. (Rolling Stone)

On Monday (May 5), the Steve Miller Band announced the dates and details of their new US tour which will stretch from late summer to early November, including a previously confirmed six-show run of dates in the northeast in August 2025. These dates represent the band's first confirmed shows of the year, aside from a lone performance in Oklahoma last February. The 28-date jaunt kicks off in Bethel, New York, on August 15, and includes stops in cities like Gilford, Syracuse, Atlantic City, Saint Paul, Memphis, Hunstville, Tuscaloosa, Tampa, Las Vegas, Saratoga, San Diego, and Los Angeles, before concluding with a November 8th show at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. Ticket sales for the new tour dates will start with a pre-sale on Wednesday, May 7th at 10:00 a.m., followed by a general on-sale on Friday, May 9th. (Consequence of Sound)

Neil Diamond will be honored with the Inspirational Lifetime Achievement Award at the 39th Annual Carousel Ball in Denver on October 11, benefiting the Children's Diabetes Foundation. Diamond will become only the third recipient of the prestigious award, following Sidney Poitier in 2016, and Diane Warren in 2024. The 84-year-old singer has long been involved with the foundation and its fundraising efforts, showcasing his support by performing at various events over the years. “It’s been my absolute joy to have supported the Children’s Diabetes Foundation for so many wonderful years,” Diamond said in a statement. “Barbara Davis and her organization have done an immense amount of good helping kids, adults and their families facing a difficult diagnosis.” During his six-decade music career, the Grammy-winning Diamond has been inducted into both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, as well as being recognized by the Kennedy Center Honors in 2011 and receiving a lifetime achievement award from the Recording Academy in 2018.

Rod Stewart, Ronnie Wood, and Kenney Jones have recorded a series of songs for a new Faces album, suggesting a forthcoming reunion from the legendary rock band 50 years after their last record. In an interview with The Telegraph, Jones confirms that the trio have recorded “about 11 tracks” at the RAK studios in London. The drummer also revealed that a new Faces documentary is in the works, and that Jools Holland makes a guest appearance on one of their new songs. “Not all of them are going to be right [for the album], but most of them are good,” Jones said. “I can’t see it coming out this year. But I can see it coming out next year. Everyone’s doing different things. We do little snippets [of recording] here and there. Then all of a sudden, The Stones are out [on tour] again, Rod’s out again.” The anticipation for new Faces music fuels the rumors of Wood and Jones joining Stewart's scheduled Glastonbury performance this summer.

Carlos Santana was hospitalized following a medical emergency that occured during soundcheck ahead of his concert at San Antonio's Majestic Theatre on Tuesday (April 22). Doctors determined that the 77-year-old guitar legend was suffering from dehydration. The show was postponed, but Santana's spring US tour is set to continue as planned, with the next show scheduled for April 23 in Sugar Land, Texas. “Out of an abundance of caution and the health of Mr. Santana, the decision to postpone the show was the most prudent course of action,” manager Michael Vrionis stated. “He is doing well and is looking forward to coming back to San Antonio soon as well as continuing his US Tour. Thank you all very much for your understanding. The show will be rescheduled soon.” Despite this health setback, Santana has plans for a Vegas residency running from May 14-25, followed by a UK/European tour this summer, and a continuation of his Vegas residency in September and November. 

Renowned music producer Roy Thomas Baker, best known for his work with Queen, The Cars, Foreigner, and other iconic acts, has died at the age of 78. Baker played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of numerous hit singles and albums throughout his legendary career, including serving as chief engineer on Free’s 1970 smash “All Right Now” and T. Rex’s “Bang A Gong (Get It On).” Baker is perhaps best known as the producer on Queen's iconic 1975 record, A Night At the Races, featuring the smash hit, "Bohemian Rhapsody,” which is the most streamed song recorded in the 20th century, and is also recognized as the top British single of all time.

During her acceptance speech while receiving the Hall of Fame award at the Pollstar Awards, Stevie Nicks unexpectedly disclosed that she is working on a new album, a project she is calling, The Ghost Record. Reflecting on the recent California fires, Nicks shared how the isolation during her stay in a hotel while her home was being renovated inspired her to write a series of new songs. “They are not airy, fairy songs that you are wondering who they are about but you don’t really get it,” she said. “They’re real stories of memories of mine of fantastic men,” which includes a song inspired by Prince that brought the project to life. “I thought, ‘You need to go back to work.’ And I did,” Nicks revealed. “And I have seven songs, and they are autobiographical real stories where I’m not pulling any punches for the first time in my life.” This new project will follow Nicks’ last solo album in 2014, 24 Karat Gold: Songs From the Vault.

After The Who publicly announced that they had parted ways with their longtime drummer Zak Starkey last week, Pete Townshend reversed course in an Instagram post on Saturday (April 19), confirming that Starkey is still the drummer in the band. “News Flash! Who back Zak!,” Townshend wrote. “Zak is not being asked to step down from The Who. There have been some communication issues, personal and private on all sides, that needed to be dealt with, and these have been aired happily.” Following a rocky performance at Royal Albert Hall, Townshend stated that Starkey is not being asked to step down but rather work on his drumming style to better fit the band's current sound. “Roger [Daltrey] and I would like Zak to tighten up his latest evolved drumming style to accommodate our non-orchestral line up and he has readily agreed,” wrote the guitar legend. Starkey, the son of the Beatles icon Ringo Star, took to Instagram to share a photo of Townshend embracing him, with the caption, “V grateful to be a part of the who family Thanks Roger and Pete xx.”

Little River Band co-founder and original bassist Roger McLachlan has passed away at the age of 71 after battling pancreatic cancer. McLachlan, born in 1954 in New Zealand, was known for his musical talent and significant early contributions to the band. He initially joined the group after an agent mentioned they were looking for a bass player, and he went on to play a crucial role in their success, including their Top 30 hit song, "It's a Long Way There,” from 1975's Little River Band. "I arrived for auditions and they start playing and singing and I am pinching myself, because I can't believe how good these guys are,” McLachlan told Riveting Riffs magazine about his try-out. “The rest is history. It just kind of clicked straightaway." McLachlan originally left the group following 1976's After Hours, but he rejoined the band in the late ‘90s. McLachlan had a notable career outside of Little River Band, performing and collaborating with a variety of groups while remaining active in music until his passing. He was also part of 2009's induction class at New Zealand's Southland Musicians Club Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame. 

On Wednesday (April 16), the Who announced that they have decided to part ways with drummer Zak Starkey after nearly three decades in the band. The decision comes just three weeks after the drummer performed with the Who during two shows at London's Royal Albert Hall. Starkey – son of the Beatles' drummer Ringo Starr – joined the Who in 1996, and appeared on albums like 2006’s Endless Wire and 2019’s Who, while performing live with the group for nearly 30 years. “The band made a collective decision to part ways with Zak after this round of shows at the Royal Albert Hall,” said a representative for the band. “They have nothing but admiration for him and wish him the very best for his future.” Starkey was clearly shocked by the news, releasing a statement saying he was “surprised and saddened” by the announcement, adding, “I’m very proud of my near thirty years with The Who. Filling the shoes of my Godfather, ‘uncle Keith’ has been the biggest honor and I remain their biggest fan. They’ve been like family to me.“

On Monday (April 14), Stevie Nicks unveiled the dates and details of her upcoming solo headlining tour, which will intersect with her guest appearances on Billy Joel’s upcoming tour. The 76-year-old rock legend’s tour includes arena dates at nine cities across North America stretching from August to October, with the run beginning in Boston on August 12 and ending in Oklahoma City on October 15. “More solo shows are on the way in 2025 — I can’t wait to share these nights with you ✨,” Nicks wrote in the caption of her Instagram tour announcement. Artist presale begins on Thursday (April 17), with a general on-sale starting on Friday (April 18). “What I wanted to do my whole life was affect people. I love telling my stories on stage,” Nicks said in a 2024 Rolling Stone interview. “That is what makes me happy, and that’s why I’ll never stop touring. Because if I stop touring, then I’ll stop dancing.”

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Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger and longtime partner Melanie Hamrick are engaged. The news was confirmed by Hamrick during a recent interview with Paris Match, who disclosed that they have actually been engaged for "two or three years." Despite their happiness in their current life, Hamrick is uncertain about a formal marriage. “Maybe one day we’ll marry, maybe not,” said the 37-year-old former ballerina and choreographer at American Ballet Theatre. “We are so happy in our current life that I would be too afraid to change anything.” The couple, who have been together since 2014, share an eight-year-old son named Deveraux Octavian Basil Jagger, frequently featured on Hamrick's Instagram. The 81-year-old Jagger has seven other children from previous relationships with Marsha Hunt, Bianca Jagger, Jerry Hall, and Luciana Morad Gimenez. 

Pete Best, the original drummer of The Beatles who performed with the band in the early 1960s, has announced his retirement from appearances and performances due to what his daughter calls “personal circumstances." News of Best’s retirement was revealed on X on Saturday (April 5) by the drummer's brother, Roag Best, who shared a photo of the musicians together. "Well what an absolutely wonderful ride we’ve had. However, everything comes to pass,” he wrote. Pete shared Roag’s post, and wrote, “I had a blast. Thank you.” Best, who is often referred to as the "fifth Beatle," made his debut with the band in Hamburg, Germany and was later replaced by Ringo Starr. Despite the harsh circumstances of his departure, Best reflects on his time with the band with no regrets. "I think I’m a lucky guy,” he told The Irish Times in 2020. “I’m very proud of what I’ve achieved as a person, of the examples I’ve set to people to get on with your life, to pick yourself up." 

Clem Burke, the renowned drummer for Blondie and influential figure in the New Wave movement, has passed away at the age of 70 after a private battle with cancer. Burke joined Blondie in 1975 and contributed to their iconic early albums such as their self-titled debut, Parallel Lines, and Eat to the Beat. Recognized by Rolling Stone as one of the greatest drummers of all time, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer’s impeccable backbeat and dynamic style set Blondie apart, infusing disco grooves, reggae, and hip-hop into their hits.

During The Who's recent two-night stand at London’s Royal Albert Hall, frontman Roger Daltrey gave the audience an update about his current health status. “The joys of getting old mean you go deaf. I also now have got the joy of going blind,” the 81-year-old singer said. “Fortunately I still have my voice, because then I’ll have a full Tommy.” The Who’s performances were part of the Teenage Cancer Trust benefit concert series, and the rock legends showcased their new stripped-down band, delivering the live debut of “The Song Is Over” and the revival of “Love Ain’t For Keeping” after 21 years of going unplayed. Even with his vision and hearing issues, Daltry is set to kick off his next solo tour in Brighton, England, on April 20, wrapping up the run on August 8 in Margate, England. The Who, meanwhile, have two shows scheduled in Italy on July 20 and 22. 

Kevin Cronin will be absent from the REO Speedwagon “retrospective” reunion concert in the band’s hometown of Champaign, Illinois on June 14th, citing a scheduling conflict with his current solo tour with Styx. The charity concert will feature founding member Neal Doughty, bassist Bruce Hall, early REO drummer Alan Gratzer, guitarist Steve Scorfina, rhythm guitarist Mike Murphy, and original frontman Terry Luttrell, with proceeds benefiting cancer research. In a Facebook comment, Cronin – who replaced Luttrell as REO’s frontman in 1972 – said: “I am being asked to participate in an event on a date when I can’t possibly be there in-person. I am deeply disturbed and hurt by all of this. After all I have done to help build the legacy of REO Speedwagon, I feel I have earned and deserve to be included in any event honoring that legacy. Instead, I have been knowingly excluded.” This absence comes after reported rifts caused the band to stop touring, with Cronin forced to be billed as a “former lead singer/songwriter” on his upcoming tour with Styx.

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Mick Fleetwood and Lindsey Buckingham have reunited in the studio for the first time since Buckingham’s departure from Fleetwood Mac in 2018. Swedish producer Carl Falk recently shared photos of the duo working on Fleetwood’s upcoming solo album. Falk captioned his post: “Slightly unreal moment to sit with Lindsey Buckingham and Mick Fleetwood to play Lindsey the album we have been working on. And to see his genuine happiness for Mick to finally do his own album and offering to play guitar and to sing on it.” Falk also shared photos of Fleetwood in the studio with Philadelphia indie rock band the War on Drugs, with no official word on when these projects will be released. Despite Mick and Lindsey rekindling their friendship, a Fleetwood Mac reunion is unlikely, following Christine McVie’s death in 2022, and the strained relationship between Stevie Nicks and Buckingham. Fleetwood's most recent album was 2024’s Blues Experience, a collaboration with Jake Shimabukuro, while his last solo album was 2004’s Something Big.

A new documentary, Billy Joel: And So It Goes, will premiere on HBO this summer before eventually streaming on Max. The two-part film is directed by Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin, with Tom Hanks serving as executive producer. The rock doc promises to take an in-depth look at the iconic songwriter's life, music, and personal struggles, through “unprecedented access to never-before-seen performances, home movies, and personal photographs, along with extensive, in-depth one-on-one interviews.” “For those who think they know Joel’s story, as well as those who are not as familiar, I believe this two-part film is both a revelation and a surprise,” says Lacy. “We are gratified that Bill trusted us with his story, which we have told as honestly as possible.” Meanwhile, due to a recent surgery and subsequent recovery, the 75-year-old Joel has been forced to reschedule his 2025 tour – featuring special guests Stevie Nicks, Sting, and Rod Stewart – which will now begin in July. 

Donna Summer, dubbed the “Queen of Disco”, Summer’s powerful voice, electrifying stage presence, and genre-defining hits made her one of the most successful artists of the 1970s and beyond. With five Grammy Awards, four No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100, and a career that spanned four decades, Summer was far more than a disco icon—she was a true music pioneer.

In a new interview with MOJO, Queen's Brian May expressed the possibility of the celebrated rock band releasing their first new single in 30 years. “I think it could happen,” May said. “Both Roger [Taylor] and I are constantly writing and coming up with ideas and doing things in our studios. I could have the beginnings of a Queen song right there in front of me now. It’s just whether the idea reaches maturity or not.” Speaking with Uncut in 2024, Taylor said, “Brian and myself were talking the other day, and we both said that if we feel we have some good material, why not? We can still play. We can still sing. So I don’t see why not.” Queen’s last album, Made in Heaven, was released in 1995 after the passing of frontman Freddie Mercury. In 2022, the band shared a rediscovered track called “Face It Alone” that featured Mercury’s vocals. In 2011, Queen began performing live again with Adam Lambert as their lead vocalist. (

Jesse Colin Young, frontman and co-founder of the influential Sixties group the Youngbloods, has died at the age of 83. The musician’s death was confirmed by his wife and manager, Connie Young, who disclosed that he passed away at his home in Aiken, South Carolina, though she did not reveal a cause of death. Young is best known as the vocalist for 1969 counterculture anthem, “Get Together,” which peaked at Number Five on the Billboard Hot 100. The song’s unforgettable hook, “Come on, people now/Smile on your brother/Everybody get together/Try to love one another right now,” was even quoted on Nirvana's “Territorial Pissings,” a track on their legendary 1991 album, Nevermind. Young's artistic versatility extended to folk, blues, jazz, country, and rock & roll across a series of solo albums following the Youngbloods’ dissolution in 1972. He released his last album, Dreamers, in 2019, following a Lyme’s disease diagnosis in 2012. (Rolling Stone)

On Tuesday (March 18), the Eagles took to Instagram to announce four additional 2025 dates for their ongoing Las Vegas Sphere residency. The newly added shows are scheduled to take place over the course of two weekends this fall: on Friday and Saturday, September 5-6; and Friday and Saturday, September 12-13. The Eagles began their initial Sphere residency back in September 2024, and these new dates now push their total overall Sphere shows to 36, which have been spread out over 18 weekends during the course of one full year. Ticket prices start at $175, with a presale for these newly announced shows beginning on March 25 at 10 a.m. PT. The Eagles' lengthy Sphere residency follows Dead & Company, Phish, Anyma, and U2's historic runs at the state-of-the-art, 18,000 seat venue, with upcoming residencies scheduled for Kenny Chesney and Backstreet Boys. (Billboard)

Fire & Rain, a jukebox-style musical based on the songs of Rock and Roll Hall of Famer James Taylor, is currently in development. The project will feature a story written by Tony-winning playwright/actor Tracy Letts, and direction by Tony-winner David Cromer. The musical is set to feature Taylor's 1970 hit, "Fire & Rain," which peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and was included on the singer’s 1970 album, Sweet Baby James, which was nominated for Album of the Year at the 13th Annual Grammy Awards. The debut date for the musical and the theatre location for the production have yet to be announced. The 77-year-old singer is also preparing to embark on his 2025 summer tour, which is scheduled to start on May 5 in Phoenix and will conclude on July 1 in Gilford, New Hampshire. (Billboard)

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Longtime ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard is taking a temporary leave from the band's current tour due to health issues. While no specific details were provided about the nature of his ailment, ZZ Top's management released a statement revealing that Beard has to undergo an unnamed health procedure that requires his immediate attention, but they anticipate a speedy recovery. The band, which includes guitarist/vocalist Billy Gibbons and bassist Elwood Francis, will continue their ongoing Elevation Tour with drum tech John Douglas filling in for Beard. Douglas has been a part of the band’s live crew for over 20 years, and previously subbed in for Beard when the drummer underwent an emergency appendectomy back in 2002. The 75-year-old Beard has served as ZZ Top’s drummer for over 55 years, from their debut album in 1971 through 2012’s La Futura, and has co-written hits like “Legs,” “Sharp Dressed Man,” “Gimme All Your Lovin’,” and “Tush.” (Rolling Stone)

In a post on his NY Archives site on Saturday (March 15), Neil Young vowed to eliminate the sale of high-priced "Platinum" tickets during his future tours. The move is inspired by the Cure's Robert Smith, who openly criticized Ticketmaster's dynamic pricing model while fighting to keep ticket prices low on his band’s recent tours. Despite initially using "Platinum" pricing on his upcoming Love Earth Tour to deter scalpers, Young declared that such tickets are detrimental and will not be featured in his upcoming concerts. “Ticketmaster’s high priced Platinum tickets were introduced to the areas where scalpers were buying the most tickets for resale,” Young wrote. “The money went to me. That did not feel right. Very soon, Platinum tickets will no longer be available for my shows.” While Young's tickets will still be available for resale at face value through Ticketmaster, he writes, “I have decided to let the people work this out. Buy aggressively when the tickets come out or tickets will cost a lot more in a secondary market.” (Rolling Stone)

Raydio may not be the first name that comes to mind when discussing late-‘70s and early-‘80s R&B, but their impact on the era was undeniable. Led by the talented Ray Parker Jr., the band blended funk, soul, and pop to create a unique sound that dominated the airwaves. With hits like "Jack and Jill", "You Can't Change That", and "A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)", Raydio cemented its place in music history before evolving into Parker’s successful solo career.

The Doobie Brothers were founded in San Jose, California, in 1970, by guitarist Tom Johnston and drummer John Hartman. Initially, the band played small clubs around Northern California, developing a sound influenced by blues, folk, and rock. They recruited bassist Dave Shogren and guitarist Patrick Simmons, the latter becoming a key songwriter alongside Johnston.

Roberta Flack, the iconic singer whose soulful voice shaped the sound of the 1970s with timeless hits like "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" and "Killing Me Softly with His Song," has passed away at the age of 88, according to a statement from her representative. The cause of death was not disclosed.