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Getty ImagesIt was 47 years ago today (October 7th, 1975), that John Lennon won his four-year battle against deportation by the U.S. government. Due to his stance against the Vietnam War, Lennon had been under almost constant surveillance from the FBI and the Immigration & Neutralization Service (INS) since his arrival in the U.S. in…

Getty ImagesSunday (October 9th) marks what would have been John Lennon’s 82nd birthday. By nightfall, legions of fans will have made the pilgrimage to Central Park’s Strawberry Fields in New York City for a day of remembrance, sing-alongs, and celebrations dedicated to the memory of Lennon. Strawberry Fields, a triangular patch of land dedicated to…

Getty ImagesWhile promoting his new hit album, Patient Number 9, Ozzy Osbourne touched upon the lead members of Van Halen. Ozzy spoke about the band, who famously opened for — and according to many — stole the show from Black Sabbath back in 1978. He recalled to Revolver magazine, “(Eddie Van Halen) was such a…

Getty ImagesSet for release on October 28th is the Allman Brothers Band’s latest vault release — Syria Mosque: Pittsburgh, PA January 17, 1971. The new collection was recorded just eight weeks before the band’s groundbreaking signature concert set, At Fillmore East. The concert featured the band’s classic original lineup — guitarist Duane Allman, keyboardist Gregg…

Getty ImagesThe estate of late-Ramones frontman Joey Ramone has sold a stake of his publishing rights and non-exclusive rights to the singer’s name and likeness for $10 million. According to The Wall Street Journal, “The acquisition was part of a larger $2 billion partnership between independent publisher Primary Wave Music and investment company Brookfield Asset…

Getty ImagesIt doesn’t get more “New Jersey” than Bruce Springsteen and Jon Bon Jovi popping into Freehold Township’s landmark Jersey Freeze for a couple of ice cream cones. The Asbury Park Press reported the pair of rock icons pulled into the hometown favorite of Springsteen’s and ordered a pair of cones: “sprinkles for Bon Jovi…

Getty ImagesLess than a year after releasing his first Christmas collection, former-Journey frontman Steve Perry seems to be in the midst of recording another one. Perry, now sporting a full head of light grey hair, filmed himself for his social media platforms in his studio, which was decked out in Christmas lights, stuffed animals, and…

Getty ImagesThe new 50th anniversary reissue of Ace — Grateful Dead co-founder Bob Weir’s solo debut, while backed by the Dead, will be released on January 13th. The new collection pairs a remastered new mix of the classic album with a 2022 live version taped earlier this year at Radio City Music Hall during a…

Getty ImagesBeatles confidante and solo-era bassist Klaus Voormann had a specific mission in mind when designing the cover art to the group’s 1966 Revolver album. Set for release on October 28th is the “super deluxe” version of Revolver, which will feature 28 early takes from the sessions, three home demos, and a four-track EP with…