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Stevie Wonder, Jay-Z, Beyoncé named in readers’ choice list of the 100 greatest American songwriters

Wednesday, June 3 by ABC News

The New York Times released a list of the 30 greatest living American songwriters in April, based on feedback from more than 250 music insiders and six Times critics. The list drew criticism from music fans, prompting the newspaper to... Read More.

KISS guitarist Ace Frehley’s most-used guitar sells for over $500,000 at auction

Wednesday, June 3 by ABC News

Ace Frehley's most-played guitar brought in big bucks at auction.The late KISS guitarist's 1975 Les Paul sold for $512,000 at Julien's Auctions' Music Icons auction, which took place May 29-30 at the Hard Rock Café Times Square.The guitar was described in a press release... Read More.

Soul Asylum releases ‘What Will Become of Me’ from upcoming ‘MPLS Unplugged’ album

Wednesday, June 3 by ABC News

Soul Asylum has released another track off their upcoming album, MPLS Unplugged, dropping Aug. 28.The latest is a recording of the track "What Will Become of Me," a fan favorite that was first performed live in 1995 and has been... Read More.

Man allegedly had explosive device in his carry-on bag at California airport: TSA

Wednesday, June 3 by ABC News

(SACRAMENTO, Calif.) -- A man was arrested and faces a federal charge after an explosive device was allegedly found in his carry-on bag at a California airport, federal authorities said.Kimani Osayande Jones, 49, was detained at the Sacramento International Airport on Saturday after attempting... Read More.

Chrissie Hynde baffled by people who film and take pictures during concerts

Wednesday, June 3 by ABC News

Chrissie Hynde has shared her thoughts on concertgoers who record and take pictures on their phones during concerts, and let's just say she's not a fan."Question: What is it with people and their phones?" the Pretenders frontwoman writes on social... Read More.

Eddie Van Halen ‘ruined rock guitar,’ according to The Jesus and Mary Chain

Wednesday, June 3 by ABC News

You can say a lot of things about the late Eddie Van Halen, but you can't deny that he was an incredible guitar player, right? Or maybe you can, if you're The Jesus and Mary Chain.Speaking to Stereogum, Jim Reid... Read More.

KISS announces new ‘Destroyer’ book and tarot card set

Wednesday, June 3 by ABC News

KISS is continuing the 50th anniversary celebration of their fourth album, Destroyer.To mark the milestone, the band is set to release the new book, KISS Destroyer: The Definitive Visual History, on Oct. 27, described as "an official, authorized retrospective chronicling... Read More.

Weezer going gold with new self-titled album

Wednesday, June 3 by ABC News

Weezer is back with a new album. The "Buddy Holly" rockers are set to release a new self-titled record on Aug. 21.This of course, isn't the first time they've released a self-titled record. In fact, Weezer has released six others, which have gone on... Read More.

Production begins for Cypress Hill cofounder’s documentary featuring Chuck D, DMC, will.i.am and more

Wednesday, June 3 by ABC News

Production has begun on a documentary of Cypress Hill cofounder Senen "Sen Dog" Reyes.Mi Familia: Sen Dog and the American Dream chronicles his journey from his humble beginnings as a Cuban immigrant in LA to fame, while also exploring how Cypress Hill came together,... Read More.

Volunteer firefighter arrested for allegedly setting fires, responding to them with his department

Wednesday, June 3 by ABC News

(SOUDERTON, Pa.) -- A volunteer firefighter has been arrested for allegedly setting fires and then responding to them with his fire department, according to officials in eastern Pennsylvania.Justin Sholly, a 29-year-old member of the Perseverance Volunteer Fire Company in Souderton, was arrested on... Read More.

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KISS guitarist Ace Frehley’s most-used guitar sells for over $500,000 at auction

Soul Asylum releases ‘What Will Become of Me’ from upcoming ‘MPLS Unplugged’ album

Man allegedly had explosive device in his carry-on bag at California airport: TSA

Chrissie Hynde baffled by people who film and take pictures during concerts

Eddie Van Halen ‘ruined rock guitar,’ according to The Jesus and Mary Chain

KISS announces new ‘Destroyer’ book and tarot card set

Weezer going gold with new self-titled album

Production begins for Cypress Hill cofounder’s documentary featuring Chuck D, DMC, will.i.am and more

Volunteer firefighter arrested for allegedly setting fires, responding to them with his department

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