Kansas singer Ronnie Platt has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer, forcing the band to cancel two concerts. The good news? Platt is optimistic and ready to fight, calling it “just a bump in the road.” Get the full details on his journey, the band’s response, and their future tour plans.
After just one week of voting, Phish has taken a commanding lead in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame fan vote with over 101,000 votes. This marks the jam band’s first-ever nomination. Billy Idol, Soundgarden, and Cyndi Lauper are among the other top contenders, but can they catch up?
Before Jimi Hendrix became the greatest guitarist of all time, he started with a one-string ukulele he found in the trash. From strumming “Hound Dog” to eventually shredding on his first electric Danelectro, Hendrix’s journey from Seattle to stardom was anything but ordinary.
As Ozzy Osbourne prepares for his grand farewell at “Back to the Beginning” in Birmingham this July, fans are eager to see if he’ll reunite with Black Sabbath for one last full set. While Ozzy has confirmed he won’t be doing a full performance with the band, he teased that he’ll be joining them for “bits and pieces.” With a star-studded lineup featuring Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, and more, this will be a farewell for the ages!
1975 was a defining year for classic rock, with legendary bands like Led Zeppelin, Queen, and The Rolling Stones taking over the world with massive tours. But while some basked in superstardom, others endured brutal treks—like Lynyrd Skynyrd’s grueling “Torture Tour” and Rush’s financially disastrous “Down the Tubes” tour. Dive into the unforgettable journeys of rock’s biggest icons and how you can relive these historic moments today.
The surviving members of Nirvana—Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic, and Pat Smear—joined forces with Post Malone for a powerful rendition of Smells Like Teen Spirit at SNL50: The Homecoming Concert. The performance marked another major tribute to the band’s legacy, following their recent FireAid set.
Rick Springfield, John Waite, and Wang Chung are teaming up for the I Want My ‘80s Tour, hitting stages across the U.S. this summer. Featuring special guests Paul Young and John Cafferty at select dates, the tour promises a nostalgia-fueled journey through some of the decade’s biggest hits.
David Edward Byrd, the visionary artist behind iconic concert posters for Jimi Hendrix, Kiss, Van Halen, and more, has passed away at 83. His era-defining work left a lasting mark on rock and roll history, shaping the visual identity of some of music’s biggest names.
Billy Idol is still taking in the news of his 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination. The punk-rock legend reflects on his decades-long career, his influence on future generations, and his upcoming tour with Joan Jett.
The second annual Metallica Marching Band Competition has crowned its high school champions! With expanded categories and bigger prizes, nine schools are taking home a share of $115,000 in equipment. Meanwhile, the collegiate competition has been extended through November 2025—with an exciting new partnership on the horizon.
