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‘Laverne and Shirley’ Star Cindy Williams Dead at 75
Actress starred in the groundbreaking '70s comedy for seven seasons.
Kiss’ 50 Most Important Concerts
From small clubs to million-dollar fireworks displays, it's been a wild ride.
Television Singer and Guitarist Tom Verlaine Dead at 73
He was the primary mastermind behind the influential 'Marquee Moon' album.
Billy Idol Announces 2023 North American Tour
The singer will once again be joined by guitarist Steve Stevens.
Metallica Aims to Smash Taboos With New Song ‘Screaming Suicide’
"It's ridiculous to think we should deny that we have these thoughts," James Hetfield says.
David Crosby Dies: Rockers React
"David was fearless in life and in music," wrote Crosby's longtime bandmate Graham Nash.
20 Rock Songs With Secret Guests
There may be a lot of unknown singers or guitarists lurking in your record collection.
Neal Schon Accuses Paula White-Cain of Improperly Accessing Journey Bank Accounts
Guitarist files a cease-and-desist against his bandmate's wife.
Iggy Pop Says He Was Once Asked About Joining AC/DC
"They do careful work, but I'm not what they needed."
Foo Fighters: ‘We’re Going to Be a Different Band Going Forward’
Band promises departed drummer Taylor Hakwins 'will be there in spirit with all of us every night.'
Watch Dave Grohl Cover 10cc’s ‘The Things We Do for Love’
Grohl, Dave Kurstin and the Bird and the Bee's Inara George tackle 10CC's hit in the latest Hanukkah Sessions offering.
Watch Dave Grohl Cover Blood, Sweat and Tears’ ‘Spinning Wheel’
Grohl and his Hanukkah Sessions collaborator Greg Kurstin were joined by Judd Apatow.
See the Mike Patton Stage Fight From the Drone’s Point of View
It was in his face, but he couldn't grab it.
Ozzy Osbourne’s Tour Dilemma: ‘I Just Can’t F—ing Walk Much’
"I can’t begin to tell you how f---ing frustrating life has become."
Elton John and Rolling Stones Among 2022’s Top-Earning Tours
Tours by Def Leppard and Motley Crue, Eagles and Paul McCartney all grossed over $100 million.
2022 Classic Rock Holiday Gift Guide
21 unique and interesting gifts from rock's biggest acts.