Roadhouse Rock

Rolling Stones Become 4-Time Grammy Winners

Tuesday, February 4 by Lyle F

For the fourth time in their history, Mick Jagger and the Rolling Stones are Grammy winners. The rock band won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Album on Sunday for Hackney Diamonds, released in 2023. It is their first Grammy since 2018, when they won... Read More.

Grateful Dead Honored During Grammys Weekend

Monday, February 3 by Lyle F

"The Grateful Dead are a lot of things. I would venture to say they are the great American band," Andy Cohen declared at the MusiCares Person of the Year gala on Friday night at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The sentiment was widely shared by... Read More.

Def Leppard Releases ‘Stand by Me’ Cover to Benefit Wildfire Victims

Friday, January 31 by Lyle F

Def Leppard has released a cover of Ben E. King’s Stand by Me to support victims of the Southern California wildfires. All proceeds from the song will be donated to FireAid, which provides short-term relief efforts and long-term initiatives to prevent future disasters. “Los Angeles and... Read More.

Angus Young Celebrates Malcolm Young’s Rhythm Guitar Legacy in AC/DC

Friday, January 31 by Lyle F

Angus Young, the legendary lead guitarist of AC/DC, has written some of the most memorable riffs in hard rock. But his solos are equally hailed as some of the greatest. The Australian guitarist drew inspiration from electric guitar pioneers such as Jimi Hendrix, Pete... Read More.

A.A. Meetings Encouraged Peter Frampton to Keep Playing

Thursday, January 30 by Lyle F

Peter Frampton said he is relying on lessons learned in Alcoholics Anonymous to continue playing guitar as he navigates his ongoing health battle. Frampton, who announced in 2019 that he has inclusion body myositis (IBM), a progressive muscle-wasting disease, has continued to perform despite increasing... Read More.

Rush Celebrates 50th Anniversary with New Box Set Featuring Unreleased Tracks

Wednesday, January 29 by Lyle F

Rush will mark their 50th anniversary with the release of a comprehensive box set, Rush 50, arriving March 21. The collection includes seven previously unreleased tracks from the band’s early years and traces their evolution from their 1973 debut single to their final live... Read More.

Kansas, 38 Special Announce Summer 2025 Tour

Tuesday, January 28 by Lyle F

Kansas and 38 Special are teaming up for a summer 2025 tour, with Jefferson Starship, the Outlaws, and Dave Mason joining on select dates. The tour begins June 6 in Richmond, Virginia, and wraps up July 26 in Rogers, Arkansas. Pre-sale tickets and VIP packages... Read More.

Alice Cooper Names Gilby Clarke as Replacement Guitarist for Upcoming Tour

Monday, January 27 by Lyle F

Alice Cooper has announced a new fill-in guitarist for his upcoming tour, with former Guns N’ Roses member Gilby Clarke stepping in for Nita Strauss. Strauss was originally set to perform on the tour but was replaced by former Cooper guitarist Orianthi. However, unforeseen circumstances... Read More.

The Eagles Welcome New Guitarist for 2025 Sphere Residency

Monday, January 27 by Lyle F

The Eagles kicked off their first Sphere show of 2025 on Jan. 17, continuing the residency they began in 2024. However, fans noticed a change on stage — the addition of a new guitarist. Chris Holt, an accomplished musician from Dallas, joined the band’s touring... Read More.

Billy Gibbons Kicks Off Solo Tour with the BFGs, Prepares for ZZ Top’s Elevation Tour

Saturday, January 25 by Lyle F

Billy Gibbons launched his solo tour with the BFGs on Jan. 17, performing the first of several shows at the Blue Note Hawaii in Honolulu. Since then, he has played seven additional shows, including three at the Blue Note in Napa, California. During his Jan.... Read More.