Classic Rock News

Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson says he has no interest in touring again, but he is open to working with his Rush bandmate Geddy Lee again. In an interview posted by Anit Music, he said the two of them get together for coffee and sometimes “bash out a few lyrics,” but nothing beyond that. They only…

Getty ImagesThe first trailer for Back To Black, the highly-anticipated Amy Winehouse biopic coming later this year, was released yesterday. British actress Marisa Abela (Industry) stars as Winehouse in the film, which was directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson (Nowhere Boy, 50 Shades of Grey). The movie was made in cooperation with The Amy Winehouse Estate, and…

PRPhotos.comIn an interview posted by Blabbermouth.net, vocalist Sully Erna didn’t give much hope for Godsmack to record again. He said: “You can never say never. But I do know this: The late Rush drummer Neil Peart said this to me once… ‘All great things must come to an end eventually.” He went on to say…

On March 1, Triumph’s lead singer and guitarist, Rik Emmett will release Diamonds – The Best Of The Hard Rock Years 1990 – 1995. The new compilation features tracks from three of his earlier solo albums, as well as two previously unheard songs. A signed deluxe edition will be available through his website. The two…

PRPhotos.comThe drum set and rack used by Def Leppard’s Rick Allen during the Hysteria tour is being auctioned via the online music marketplace Reverb. This was the tour that marked his comeback in 1987, after losing his arm in a car accident. At last check on the bids, the Simmons drum set was up to…

Getty ImagesIn celebration of what would have been David Bowie’s 77th birthday this week. An official presentation took place to name a street after him in Paris, France. The mayor wanted to honor the impact Bowie made on the city with his music, fashion, and culture. The Mirror reports that the street is located between…

On March 1, Triumph’s lead singer and guitarist, Rik Emmett will release Diamonds – The Best Of The Hard Rock Years 1990 – 1995. The new compilation features tracks from three of his earlier solo albums, as well as two previously unheard songs. A signed deluxe edition will be available through his website. The two…

PRPhotos.comIn an interview posted by Blabbermouth.net, vocalist Sully Erna didn’t give much hope for Godsmack to record again. He said: “You can never say never. But I do know this: The late Rush drummer Neil Peart said this to me once… ‘All great things must come to an end eventually.” He went on to say…

PRPhotos.comThe drum set and rack used by Def Leppard’s Rick Allen during the Hysteria tour is being auctioned via the online music marketplace Reverb. This was the tour that marked his comeback in 1987, after losing his arm in a car accident. At last check on the bids, the Simmons drum set was up to…

Condolences from fans and friends continue to come in for James Kottak, former 20-year-drummer the Scorpions, who died on Tuesday (1-9). Social media posts are filled with memories of him personally and on stage. He was in the band from 1996 until 2016. Scorpions posted: “James was a wonderful human being, a great musician &…