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Hear a new cover of Van Halen’s ‘Jump’ for 2026 FIFA World Cup 2026

Friday, March 6 by ABC News

A new cover of Van Halen's "Jump," put together by Coca-Cola as the anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has just been released.The cover features blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, guitar virtuoso Steve Vai, Colombian reggaeton artist J Balvin and... Read More.

The Who’s Pete Townshend takes the Colbert Questionert

Friday, March 6 by ABC News

The Who's Pete Townshend is the latest celebrity to take part in the Late Show with Stephen Colbert's Colbert Questionert.Townshend revealed that his favorite sandwich is pastrami on rye with mustard and a pickle; his first concert ever was Bill... Read More.

On This Day, March 6, 1946: Pink Floyd’s David Gilmour was born

Friday, March 6 by ABC News

On This March 6, 1946...Pink Floyd guitarist, singer and songwriter David Gilmour was born in Cambridge, England.The now 80-year-old joined Pink Floyd in 1967, a few months before the departure of founding member Syd Barrett.Gilmour's first album with the band was 1968's A Saucerful... Read More.

The Who to release orchestral concert ‘Live At Eden Project’

Friday, March 6 by ABC News

The Who is getting ready to release a new live album.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers are set to release Live at Eden Project, a recording of their July 2023 concert at Cornwall's Eden Project, the home of a... Read More.

‘Becoming Led Zeppelin’ getting special 4K UHD + Blu-ray release

Friday, March 6 by ABC News

The critically acclaimed Led Zeppelin documentary Becoming Led Zeppelin is being released in a special high-definition box set.Becoming Led Zeppelin Limited Collector's Edition, dropping April 14, is a two-disc 4K UHD + Blu-ray set that comes with a host of extras.The set, housed in... Read More.

Phil Collins tops the fan-vote leaderboard for Rock Hall induction

Thursday, March 5 by ABC News

There's no guarantee that the artist who tops the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame fan vote will actually get into the Rock Hall, but at least they can take comfort in the fact that fans think they belong there.Over 2.5 million votes have... Read More.

Guns N’ Roses announce tour of Australia & New Zealand

Thursday, March 5 by ABC News

Guns N' Roses announced in February they were headlining the bp Adelaide Grand Final Concert on Nov. 29 in Adelaide, Australia. Now it turns out that while they're Down Under, they're going to be playing some other shows, as well.The "Sweet Child O' Mine"... Read More.

Neil Sedaka’s songs see streaming boost following death

Thursday, March 5 by ABC News

The death of singer/songwriter Neil Sedaka has prompted his fans to revisit his music.Billboard reports that in the four days following Sedaka's Feb. 27 death at the age of 86, there was a 708% increase in streams of his tunes.... Read More.

Queen’s Brian May announces special London event for ‘Queen II’ reissue

Thursday, March 5 by ABC News

Queen guitarist Brian May is set to headline a special event in connection with the upcoming reissue of the band's sophomore album, Queen II.Queen II - Queen's Masterstroke - More than Remastered! is taking place March 26 in London, although an exact location wasn't... Read More.

On This Day, March 5, 2023: Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Gary Rossington dies at 71

Thursday, March 5 by ABC News

On This Day, March 5, 2023...Gary Rossington, guitarist for Southern rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd, passed away at the age of 71.Rossington, who was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with the band in 2006, was the last remaining original member of... Read More.

Classic Hits

Hear a new cover of Van Halen’s ‘Jump’ for 2026 FIFA World Cup 2026

The Who’s Pete Townshend takes the Colbert Questionert

On This Day, March 6, 1946: Pink Floyd’s David Gilmour was born

The Who to release orchestral concert ‘Live At Eden Project’

‘Becoming Led Zeppelin’ getting special 4K UHD + Blu-ray release

Phil Collins tops the fan-vote leaderboard for Rock Hall induction

Guns N’ Roses announce tour of Australia & New Zealand

Neil Sedaka’s songs see streaming boost following death

Queen’s Brian May announces special London event for ‘Queen II’ reissue

On This Day, March 5, 2023: Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Gary Rossington dies at 71

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