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U2’s new single ‘Street of Dreams’ featured in short film featuring David Beckham

Wednesday, July 8 by ABC News

U2's just-released single, "Street of Dreams," soundtracks a new short film of the same name featuring soccer star David Beckham.The film was released by Bank of America in conjunction with the World Cup. According to a press release, it "tells... Read More.

Warren Haynes reveals details of new album, ‘Dreams & Songs: A Symphonic Journey’

Wednesday, July 8 by ABC News

After teasing fans by releasing songs from his upcoming symphonic album, Warren Haynes is finally sharing details about the record.The Gov't Mule frontman has announced that the album, Dreams & Songs: A Symphonic Journey, will be released Sept. 18.The 16-track record was recorded in... Read More.

Ringo Starr receives honorary doctorate from University of Liverpool

Wednesday, July 8 by ABC News

Ringo Starr got quite a gift for his 86th birthday Tuesday. The rocker just received an honorary doctorate from the University of Liverpool.Wendy Beetlestone, University of Liverpool chancellor and United States district judge, presented Ringo with his honor at his annual Peace & Love... Read More.

On This Day, July 8, 2023: Elton John wraps his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour in Sweden

Wednesday, July 8 by ABC News

On This Day, July 8, 2023...Elton John wrapped the final show of Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour in Stockholm, Sweden. The tour, which Elton said would be his last, launched in September 2018.The final show featured performances of such classic Elton tunes as "Bennie... Read More.

Bon Jovi kicks off Forever Tour at New York’s Madison Square Garden

Wednesday, July 8 by ABC News

After four years off the road, Bon Jovi returned to the stage Tuesday night for the opening night of their Forever Tour at New York's Madison Square Garden.According to setlist.fm, the band opened with a cover of The Beatles' "With... Read More.

Yusuf/Cat Stevens to reissue 1974’s ‘Buddha and the Chocolate Box’

Wednesday, July 8 by ABC News

A remastered version of Yusuf/Cat Stevens' eighth studio album, Buddha and the Chocolate Box, will be released in September.The follow-up to 1973's Foreigner, Buddha and the Chocolate Box was originally released on March 21, 1974. The album had Stevens returning to the sounds fans... Read More.

Todd Rundgren announces fall tour dates

Tuesday, July 7 by ABC News

Todd Rundgren has extended his Dammed if I Do Tour.The "Bang the Drum All Day" rocker has announced a new set of fall U.S. dates kicking off Oct. 21 in San Francisco. The trek will hit several other cities in California, and make stops... Read More.

Michael Anthony among the artists set for Van Halen Rock Camp

Tuesday, July 7 by ABC News

The music of Van Halen will be the subject of an upcoming edition of Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp, and it will feature one of the band's original members.Van Halen Rock Camp - Volume II is happening Nov. 12-15 in Hollywood, California, with former... Read More.

On This Day, July 7, 1977: Styx released their seventh studio album, ‘The Grand Illusion’

Tuesday, July 7 by ABC News

On This Day, July 7, 1977 ...Styx released the album The Grand Illusion. As it was their seventh studio album, its release date was significant: 7-7-77.The album was a huge hit for the band, peaking at #6 on the Billboard 200 Albums chart and... Read More.

Rush’s catalog to be reissued on high-quality vinyl and CD formats

Tuesday, July 7 by ABC News

Rush's catalog is getting an audio upgrade.Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab (MoFi) has announced plans for a multiyear reissue series of the Canadian rockers' catalog.The series will mark the first-ever audiophile upgrade of Rush's albums, with all of the albums getting reissued on the Super... Read More.

Classic Hits

U2’s new single ‘Street of Dreams’ featured in short film featuring David Beckham

Warren Haynes reveals details of new album, ‘Dreams & Songs: A Symphonic Journey’

Ringo Starr receives honorary doctorate from University of Liverpool

On This Day, July 8, 2023: Elton John wraps his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour in Sweden

Bon Jovi kicks off Forever Tour at New York’s Madison Square Garden

Yusuf/Cat Stevens to reissue 1974’s ‘Buddha and the Chocolate Box’

Todd Rundgren announces fall tour dates

Michael Anthony among the artists set for Van Halen Rock Camp

On This Day, July 7, 1977: Styx released their seventh studio album, ‘The Grand Illusion’

Rush’s catalog to be reissued on high-quality vinyl and CD formats

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