Jack White Invites Twin Temple To Open For Him After Charley Crockett Ejects Them From His Tour
Jack White is inviting Twin Temple to open for him on his tour after Charley Crockett kicked them off his tour due to their Satanic imagery.After Twin Temple announced that they were ejected from Crockett's opening lineup, White took to Instagram to personally invite them to perform at his show in Los Angeles on September 29th at the Hollywood Palladium. The band responded that they had actually planned to watch the show and accepted the invite. The concert comes as part of Jack White's North American tour in support of his new album "Frozen Charlotte."
AC/DC Kicks Off Summer 2026 North American Tour
AC/DC's Summer 2026 North American tour is officially underway.The "Pwr/Up" [[ Power Up ]]tour began on Saturday night in Charlotte, North Carolina. The band played a 21-song set filled with classic tracks from their recent album "Power Up." The Pretty Reckless kicked off the night with an opening set. AC/DC's next tour stop is on July 15th in Columbus, Ohio. The 17-date tour wraps up on September 29th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Five Finger Death Punch Score 18th Number One On Mainstream Rock Airplay With "Eye Of The Storm"
Five Finger Death Punch are earning their 18th number one on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Airplay chart. That's thanks to their song "Eye of the Storm." It was released on May 15th and serves as the lead single to the band's upcoming album "Legacy." The full record will be out on July 31st.
The Cure's Simon Callup Sidelined From Tour After Falling Ill
The Cure is sharing why Simon Gallup was absent from the stage over the weekend during the European tour stop in Dublin. In a post on social media, the band revealed that the musician fell ill and needed to recover. Gallup was replaced by his son Eden. The Cure didn't say when he's expected to return to the tour. The band's next tour stop is on July 15th in Athens, Greece.
Beloved ‘80s Rocker Bon Jovi Suffers Close Call On-Stage During Long-Awaited Comeback Concert
Jon Bon Jovi made an emotional comeback to the stage at Madison Square Garden after undergoing vocal cord surgery, marking his first major concert in four years. The sold-out show was a historic moment for the rock icon, who never lost his passion for music during his recovery. Former Bon Jovi member Richie Sambora shared surprising news about his absence from the band during the celebration. The performance was a triumphant return for Jon Bon Jovi, delighting fans with his iconic voice and stage presence.
Chris Daughtry Is Re-Recording His Biggest Hits 20 Years After ‘American Idol'
Chris Daughtry has re-recorded 11 of his biggest hits, recreating them note-for-note in the studio. The songs, set to release on July 14, are identical to their original versions and not reimagined. While the tracklist has not been revealed, some fans got an early preview when the songs leaked online. Daughtry, known for his success on American Idol, plans to eventually re-record his first and second albums as well.
SHINEDOWN: Bass Takes Off Tour for Mental Health
Shinedown bassist/producer Eric Bass won't be on the band's tour for the time being. Bass posted a video to the band's social media Friday morning where he said, "I had a pretty serious mental health crash a couple of weeks ago and I don't really feel like it's the wise thing for me to do to go out on tour right now." Bass added that their friends Josh Sturm (the husband of Flyleaf's Lacey Sturm) and Zack Mack will be filling in on the multiple instruments he usually plays each show. As for when he'll return, Bass said he doesn't have a timeline yet but that "hopefully sooner rather than later."
CAGE THE ELEPHANT: Kentucky Guys Are in "Tennessee"
Cage the Elephant are back with a new single called "Beaches in Tennessee." It's the group's first new music since 2024's Neon Pill and it comes with a video that's on YouTube. The band has been working on a new album this year and keeping their road legs by playing one festival date each month. They'll continue that this month by playing the Minnesota Yacht Club festival on July 19th.
DISTURBED's DAVID DRAIMAN On Stepping Outside His Comfort Zone On 'The Sound Of Silence' Cover: Producer KEVIN CHURKO 'Gave Me The Courage To Go There'
Disturbed frontman David Draiman recently discussed his experience recording the Simon & Garfunkel classic "The Sound of Silence" on the Detours & Destinations podcast. Draiman admitted he was initially hesitant to showcase a softer vocal style, as fans had previously resisted the band's attempts at acoustic tracks. Producer Kevin Churko encouraged Draiman to embrace a different approach, leading to the song's memorable moments. The track became Disturbed's biggest crossover hit, reaching new audiences and earning over one billion views on YouTube. Draiman also shared a personal memory involving his late friend Chester Bennington, who praised his performance of the song on Conan.
HAYLEY WILLIAMS, THE LINDA LINDAS: Get "Closer"
Hayley Williams joins The Linda Lindas on their new single called "Closer." Williams co-wrote the track with band members Bela Salazar and Lucia de la Garza. They say, "It feels perfect that Hayley Williams was down to collaborate on this song with us, because we’ve been fans of her throughout so many of her different eras -- and she’s seen us grow up over the last ten years! We’ll always be honored that we got to write and get emo with the queen of emo herself.” The track appears on the band's new album Gotta Get Out, which is out August 28th. Check it out on YouTube.
Coldplay To Perform Alongside PS22 Chorus At 2026 FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show
Coldplay is being tapped to perform at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show. It's taking place on July 19th at New York New Jersey Stadium. The band will take the stage alongside the public elementary school chorus PS22 Chorus. The show's lineup also includes Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and Justin Bieber, among others.
IRON MAIDEN Wouldn't Attend ROCK HALL Induction Even If The Band Wasn't On Tour: 'I Don't Do Those Sort Of Things', Says STEVE HARRIS
Iron Maiden will not be attending the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, citing a conflicting tour schedule in Australia. Frontman Bruce Dickinson and bassist Steve Harris both express disinterest in attending such events, with Dickinson stating, "I don't do those sort of things." Despite being chosen for induction, the band members have mixed feelings about the Rock Hall, with Dickinson expressing apathy and Harris being glad to put an end to the discussion. Ultimately, Iron Maiden remains indifferent to the honor and does not see it as a significant achievement.
'Split Personality': 15 Rock + Metal Musicians Who Became College Professors
Rock and metal musicians are breaking stereotypes by pursuing careers in academia. 15 artists, including Tony Iommi from Black Sabbath, Don Anderson of Agalloch and Greg Graffin of Bad Religion, have become college professors after successful music careers. Anderson's love of Iron Maiden and literature led him to become an English professor, while Graffin's academic pursuits in zoology complemented his songwriting skills. These musicians demonstrate that a passion for music can also translate into a successful academic career. 15 Rock And Metal Musicians Who Became College Professors
Linkin Park shares new teaser for upcoming 'Unshatter' doc
Linkin Park has released a teaser for their upcoming documentary, Unshatter, directed by band member Joe Hahn. The film follows the band's reformation with new lead singer Emily Armstrong after the death of Chester Bennington in 2017. The teaser features Mike Shinoda expressing the pressure of getting it right. Unshatter is set to screen in theaters worldwide, with the release date yet to be announced. Linkin Park's first album with Armstrong, From Zero, was released in 2024.