Classic Rock News

Bob Dylan has accepted an honorary Doctor of Music degree from Berklee College of Music, the first such honor he has received from an American institution since Princeton awarded him one in 1970. “Thank you, Berklee College of Music, for bestowing on me this prestigious honor. What a pleasant surprise,” Dylan said in a statement.…

On Saturday (November 1), Dave Grohl teased a surprise Foo Fighters pop-up show in Korn’s hometown of Bakersfield, California, by posting an Instagram photo of himself wearing an Adidas Korn tracksuit. Grohl captioned the post, “This time of year always makes me think of Kornfields,” which prompted playful replies from various Korn members in the…

On Monday (November 3), AC/DC announced 21 additional dates for their 2026 Power Up Tour, extending their global run with major stadium shows across South and North America. AC/DC – featuring the current lineup of Brian Johnson, Angus Young, Stevie Young, Matt Laug, and Chris Chaney – continues to promote their chart-topping, Grammy-nominated 17th studio…

Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, the beloved vocalist who sang with the Grateful Dead throughout the 1970s and contributed backup vocals on iconic ’60s hits by Elvis Presley and Percy Sledge, has died at 78 after a long battle with cancer. Joining the Grateful Dead in 1971 with her husband Keith, she became a distinctive part of…

Bad Company frontman Paul Rodgers will miss the band’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony on November 8 due to health priorities. “My hope was to be at the Rock & Rock Hall of Fame induction ceremony and to perform for the fans, but at this time I have to prioritize my health,”…

On Monday (November 3), Sting announced the dates and details of his spring 2026 U.S. tour with his “Sting 3.0” power trio. The 12-date run kicks off on May 9 in Durant, Oklahoma, and includes stops in major cities like Austin, Houston, Atlanta, and a three-night run at Wolf Trap in Vienna, Virginia, before concluding…

Following the death of KISS guitarist Ace Frehley on October 16 at age 74, fans have launched a Change.org petition urging NASA to posthumously make the legendary musician an honorary astronaut. Known for his iconic “Spaceman” persona and nickname “Space Ace,” the petition highlights that while Frehley embodied the space-themed character on stage, he never…

Zach Bryan shared a heartfelt reflection on meeting Bruce Springsteen for the first time at a cabin in New Jersey last year, revealing his nervousness ahead of their Rolling Stone interview. The 29-year-old country superstar recounted a memorable porch conversation where Springsteen offered invaluable advice and gifted him a guitar used for many of his…

During Oasis’ opening Australian tour stop at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium on Friday night (October 31), two lit flares were thrown into the crowded general admission floor section during the band’s final song, “Champagne Supernova,” prompting safety concerns among attendees. Despite thorough security checks, it remains unclear how the flares entered the venue or if anyone…