American actor and filmmaker Bill Duke was 37 years old when he was cast as Leon James — the pimp of Julian Kaye who was a suspect in framing Kaye of murder — in the classic “American Gigolo” back in 1980. Bill was cast alongside the great…

Getty ImagesIt was the end of an era for an entire generation of rock fans and musicians who came of age in the 1980’s, as the news spread two years ago today — October 6th, 2020 — that Eddie Van Halen died at age 65 after years of battling throat cancer. He is survived by…

Getty ImagesThe Who are back on the road and 40 years after originally calling it quits with their famed “farewell” tour, remain more passionate than ever. The shows feature the band backed every night by a local symphony orchestra, also include a standalone set where Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey strip things for with just…

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…

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 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…

Kanye West is doubling down on his “White Lives Matter” stance … and explaining his thought process behind the controversial clothing. Ye took to IG Wednesday to respond to the latest round of backlash surrounding the ‘WLM’ shirt he debuted…

Alec Baldwin’s gotta be breathing sighs of relief over settling the “Rust” wrongful death lawsuit, and his first stop after the announcement is the Bronx Zoo … with most of his kids. Alec’s pulling major dad duty Wednesday … getting in some QT…

President Biden had another one of those moments, where he became so engrossed in a convo he forgot there was a hot mic … and it was something! The Prez was in Florida to survey the damage from Hurricane Ian, and had just held a joint news…