Classic Rock News

Netflix is making a scripted movie about Dokken. Don Dokken described the plot, which is set in 1989. He said: “It takes place with four guys that are fans of Dokken and they’re following us around and trying to meet us. I think that’s the premise of the movie.” In an interview posted by Blabbermouth,…

Getty ImagesPaul McCartney, Elton John, and Garth Brooks will have roles in the sequel to the 1984 cult classic, This Is Spinal Tap. Possibly cameos. According to director Rob Reiner, they start shooting in February and as far as the original cast, he says, “Everybody is back.”  And that includes Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry…

Getty ImagesJon Bon Jovi says “lots of big, big surprises” are in store for the band’s 40th anniversary next year. In a video message to Spotify listeners, who have Bon Jovi as their top artist of 2023, Jon teases that new projects are coming soon, although the specifics were bleeped out. One thing that could…

PRPhotos.comJudas Priest just released the video for “Trial By Fire.” It’s the second single from their next studio album, Invincible Shield, due March 8. The hard rockin’ performance clip shows the band set up in the middle of a wooded area and was shot in all black and white. In the spring, the British heavy…

Getty ImagesIn advance of KISS’ final live shows, New York City has prepared a music-to-light show on the world-famous Empire State Building for tonight, November 30. One of the band’s most iconic photos was take on the 86th floor observation deck in 1976. Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons recalled that day. Paul said, “It’s pretty…

Getty ImagesJon Bon Jovi says “lots of big, big surprises” are in store for the band’s 40th anniversary next year. In a video message to Spotify listeners, who have Bon Jovi as their top artist of 2023, Jon teases that new projects are coming soon, although the specifics were bleeped out. One thing that could…

Getty ImagesPaul McCartney, Elton John, and Garth Brooks will have roles in the sequel to the 1984 cult classic, This Is Spinal Tap. Possibly cameos. According to director Rob Reiner, they start shooting in February and as far as the original cast, he says, “Everybody is back.” And that includes Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and…

PRPhotos.comMulti-platinum Grammy-nominated rock band, Godsmack is stripping down their stage show for their next run. The North America tour starts February 15th in Tulsa, Oklahoma, followed by the second leg starting on April 9th in Valley Center, California. 37 dates have been announced that include… Huntsville, Miami Beach, Lubbock, Hershey, Pennsylvania, and Niagara Falls, Ontario.…

PRPhotos.comWhen Foo Fighters played a concert in Abu Dhabi last weekend, they were under strict orders not to curse on stage, or they could go to jail. Frontman Dave Grohl, who uses the F-word frequently had to have a cue card to remind him. So, in big, bold letters, taped to his microphone stand were…