Dave Lifton
Sharon Osbourne Breaks Down on Camera over Jack’s MS Diagnosis
The shocking news that Jack Osbourne is suffering from multiple sclerosis caused his mother, Sharon, to break down when discussing it on ‘The Talk,’ the CBS talk show of which she is one of the co-hosts.
Backstage Footage of Aerosmith Reveals Band in Good Spirits
The members of Aerosmith may have engaged in a war of words during their long layoff, with the most recent battle coming during a profile on ‘60 Minutes.’ However, a video shot before the band’s first concert of their ‘Global Warming’ tour shows Steven Tyler engaged in some good old-fashioned chop-busting on bassist Tom Hamilton.
Alice Cooper Explains His Admiration for Lady Gaga
Rock n’ roll, as well as politics, makes strange bedfellows. When we first heard that Alice Cooper covered Lady Gaga‘s ‘Born this Way‘ at Bonnaroo on June 9, we collectively scratched our heads. In a new interview, Cooper provides insight in to what he likes about the pop star.
Glastonbury 2013 Could Be the Last Time for the Rolling Stones
The speculation of how the Rolling Stones will celebrate their 50th anniversary continues. News from the U.K. this morning (June 17) suggests that the group is looking to appear at next year’s Glastonbury Festival, which will be the band’s last-ever performance.
Elton John Forced to Cut Concert Short Due to Safety Risk
Elton John‘s concert in the English seaside resort town of Blackpool was cut short yesterday (June 16) due to safety concerns. Two hours into his concert at the Blackpool Tower Headland — the first ever at the new outdoor arena — he was informed by police that the strong winds could pose a threat to the stage. The audience evacuated and no one was hurt.
Aerosmith Begin ‘Global Warming’ Tour in Minneapolis
Aerosmith kicked off their Global Warming Tour last night (June 16) at the Target Center in Minneapolis. The sold-out crowd of 14,000 were treated to a 19-song, 100-minute set comprised almost entirely of hits from all phases of their career, and found time to introduce two new songs.
Zakk Wylde on How to Stop Drinking
Guitarist Zakk Wylde says that he’s pretty much the same outrageous guy he’s always been (of course if he wasn’t, he’d probably have to change his name to Zakk Mylde), only now he’s doing it sober. In a new interview, he opens up about his drinking and what it took to quit.
The Doors’ Robbie Krieger Speaks About ‘L.A. Woman’ Sessions
The long-lasting appeal of the Doors is evident in the 40th anniversary edition of their album ‘L.A. Woman’ that was released earlier this year. In a new interview, guitarist Robbie Krieger spoke about how having longtime engineer Bruce Botnick produce the record instead of Paul A. Rothchild, who had helmed the band’s first five albums, positively affected the sessions, in particular the mindset o
Led Zeppelin Platinum Album Sells For $2,000 on eBay
A platinum album awarded for Led Zeppelin‘s double-album ‘Physical Graffiti’ has sold for $2,000 on a recent auction on eBay.
Beach Boys to Have Highest Charting Album Since 1974
The solid reviews the Beach Boys are getting for their new album, ‘That’s Why God Made the Radio,’ are paying off. According to Billboard, the record could possibly debut in the top three when the album charts are announced on Wednesday (June 13).
Neil Young and Crazy Horse Announce 2012 Tour
Neil Young and Crazy Horse are going back on the road for the first time since 2004. Beginning Oct. 3 in Windsor, Ontario, they will play arenas 23 cities across North America before finishing up on Dec. 4 in Bridgeport, Ct. Young will also co-headline the Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival with Metallica on Aug. 10-12.
Bobby Durango of Rock City Angels Passes Away
Bobby Durango, lead singer of Rock City Angels, who recorded for Geffen in the late-1980s, has passed away. Details of the death were not disclosed.