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Dick Dale, the ‘King of Surf Guitar,’ Dies at 81
The "Misirlou" hitmaker's staccato playing style was a huge influence on future generations.
Jerry Lee Lewis Suffers ‘Minor Stroke’
Jerry Lee Lewis suffered what his representatives are calling "a minor stroke."
Watch Kiss Return to the Clubs With First-Ever Whisky a Go Go Show
They switched from big arenas to a tiny stage, performing 12 songs for a crowd of contest winners.
Ozzy Osborne Hospitalized After Suffering Flu Complications
Ozzy Osbourne has been hospitalized after suffering complications from the flu that forced him to cancel an entire U.K. and European tour.
The Who Plan New Studio Album and Symphonic Tour for 2019
After spending 2018 apart, Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend are reviving band this year.
Pegi Young Dies at 66 After Cancer Battle
Neil Young's ex-wife has died at the age of 66 after a yearlong battle with cancer.
Musician Killed, Others Missing After Tsunami Strikes Stage Mid-Concert
One member of the band Seventeen was killed when a tsunami struck their stage mid-concert, and two more are still missing.
So the ‘Bumblebee’ Movie Is Basically an ’80s Rock Musical (Spoilers)
Thanks to Sammy Hagar, Simple Minds, the Smiths and others, the new 'Transformers' movie is pretty much an '80s rock musical in disguise.
‘Bohemian Rhapsody,’ Rami Malek Nominated for Golden Globes
Queen movie and its star receive nods.
Kiss Add 25 Dates to ‘End of the Road’ Farewell Tour
Band announces second North American leg to End of the Road tour.
Infection, Hospitalization Force Ozzy Osbourne to Postpone Show
An unspecified infection required Ozzy Osbourne to have hand surgery and postpone a stop on his sorta-farewell tour.
Elton John Kicks Off ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Road’ Tour: Setlist, Photos, Video
Check out tons of photos, videos and the full setlist from the opening night of Elton John's farewell tour.