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Metallica Announces 12-City 2027 Stadium Tour

Metallica Announces 12-City 2027 Stadium Tour

Metallica has announced an expanded 2027 M72 World Tour with multiple North American stadium stops, including a June 12 show at Camp Randall in Madison and dates spanning May through June in cities such as San Antonio, Vancouver, Fayetteville, and Salt Lake City, with Limp Bizkit and Avatar as support.

🏢Metallica 🏢Avatar

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Amazing Grace: The Slave Trader Who Turned

Amazing Grace: The Slave Trader Who Turned

The captain of slave ships became a pastor, wrote the world's best-loved hymn, and lived to see Britain vote his old trade out of existence.

Aug 27, 2026

Dolly Parton Helps Fund a Vaccine

Dolly Parton Helps Fund a Vaccine

The country legend's quiet $1 million gift helped fund Moderna's Covid vaccine — then she took her shot singing 'vaccine, vaccine' to the tune of Jolene.

Aug 26, 2026

Stagecoach Reveals 2027 Lineup, Garth Brooks Headlining

Stagecoach Reveals 2027 Lineup, Garth Brooks Headlining

Stagecoach sets Garth Brooks, Riley Green and Zach Top as 2027 headliners for April 23-25 in Indio; 3-day GA tickets from $599 go on sale Sept. 18.

👤Garth Brooks 👤Riley Green

Sep 14, 2026

Chesney Announces 2027 Original Vibe Room Tour

Chesney Announces 2027 Original Vibe Room Tour

Kenny Chesney’s 2027 stadium tour is being teased across eight venues with a “Vibe Room” invitation, signaling a major return next year; an official announcement is expected on Sept. 15 and a NBC Today Show performance on Sept. 17. The rollout follows his Las Vegas Sphere residencies and includes hints of possible co‑headliners while promoting his new album Silver Sands Marina.

👤Kenny Chesney 👤Eric Church

Sep 12, 2026

Dire Straits Album Becomes First CD to Sell One Million Copies

Dire Straits Album Becomes First CD to Sell One Million Copies

Music history milestones are recapped: the first CD to sell 1,000,000 copies marked a shift from vinyl, while the Beatles' She Loves You became the era's biggest UK single with 1.93 million copies sold. Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here is hailed as a top classic of the 1970s, Beatles' Love Me Do spawned multiple UK/US versions, and Nickelback's Silver Side Up marked a defining early-2000s breakthrough.

🏷️Brothers in Arms 🏢Dire Straits

Sep 10, 2026

Tennessee Plans Nashville Airport Renaming for Parton

Tennessee Plans Nashville Airport Renaming for Parton

Tennessee plans to honor Dolly Parton by renaming Nashville International Airport and continuing development of her Songwriter Hotel and museum, set to open in 2026 with potential licensing revenue. Across Ringgold, Georgia, Denver, and Knoxville-area communities, fans and locals are commemorating her life with tributes, exhibits, and events that celebrate her private life, philanthropy, and enduring cultural impact.

Sep 10, 2026

Trans-Siberian Orchestra Plans 96-Show 30th-Anniversary Tour

Trans-Siberian Orchestra Plans 96-Show 30th-Anniversary Tour

TSO marks its 30th anniversary with a winter tour featuring a reimagined The Ghosts of Christmas Eve and a second set of classics, spanning 96 shows in 56 North American markets from Nov. 19 in Green Bay to Dec. 30, with dual touring units and varied show times. The band highlights fan-friendly pricing and charitable giving, expanding lower-priced tickets and donating at least $1 per ticket to local charities, with presales starting Sept. 10–11 and general sales Sept. 17–18.

🏢Trans-Siberian Orchestra

Sep 9, 2026

Enduring Hits by Neil Diamond and Toni Braxton Draw Fresh Adaptations

Enduring Hits by Neil Diamond and Toni Braxton Draw Fresh Adaptations

Iconic pop songs across decades—from Neil Diamond’s Cherry, Cherry and its personal origins, to Sixpence None the Richer’s Kiss Me as a late-90s staple, and Toni Braxton’s Un-Break My Heart, a multi-week chart-topper—continue to resonate, now aided by innovative reimaginings and multimedia tie-ins like Shania Twain’s You’re Still the One remix with Zedd for Candy Crush. These markers of enduring relevance show how classic hits persist through chart milestones, Grammy recognition, and fresh collaborations that bring them to new audiences.

👤Toni Braxton

Sep 9, 2026

Ken Kesey's psychedelic Furthur bus returns to San Francisco after 60 years

Ken Kesey's psychedelic Furthur bus returns to San Francisco after 60 years

Ken Kesey’s Furthur bus has returned to San Francisco after about six decades to anchor the Forever Grateful/Golden Gate Park exhibition celebrating the Grateful Dead and 1960s counterculture, with Jerry Garcia’s mint-condition BMW also on display. Organizers emphasize the show’s aim to bridge communities through art, music, and activism amid ongoing economic and political tensions.

👤Jerry Garcia 👤Ken Kesey

Sep 4, 2026

At Least Three Die at Burning Man Amid Disruptions

At Least Three Die at Burning Man Amid Disruptions

A man in his mid-50s died at Burning Man after a medical emergency, with organizers saying he was treated on site and pronounced deceased while his family was not immediately notified. The festival also faced severe weather disruptions, including gate closures and mud, and additional incidents such as a fall from a tower in recent days highlight ongoing safety challenges at this year’s event.

Sep 4, 2026

Olivia Rodrigo accuses DHS of using her song as a distraction

Olivia Rodrigo accuses DHS of using her song as a distraction

Olivia Rodrigo says the Trump administration uses public feuds with musicians as a distraction from its policies, following the DHS’s use of her song to promote immigration enforcement. She has spoken out against the move, called it awful, and has organized advocacy efforts and highlighted other artists who have criticized similar uses of their music.

👤Olivia Rodrigo

Sep 3, 2026

Garth Brooks stuns 2,000 fans as secret alter ego Yukon Jack in Denver

Garth Brooks stuns 2,000 fans as secret alter ego Yukon Jack in Denver

Garth Brooks revived his Yukon Jack alias for a surprise Grizzly Rose set in Denver, drawing thousands of fans and prompting a scramble that led to medical emergencies and a late show bridge to his upcoming Ball Arena run. With Orlando tickets selling out quickly, Brooks is weighing adding a third show to meet demand while keeping fans in the loop about new dates.

👤Garth Brooks

Sep 3, 2026

Miley Cyrus drops surname for new album, father Billy Ray voices support

Miley Cyrus drops surname for new album, father Billy Ray voices support

Miley Cyrus is dropping her last name and releasing her upcoming album Bass Persuades under the name Miley, a move her father Billy Ray Cyrus has publicly supported as a natural progression for a renowned performer. He has shared nostalgia for his own stage identity while praising Miley’s branding, as she teases the new album and prepares live performances.

👤Miley Cyrus 👤Billy Ray Cyrus

Sep 3, 2026

Five Classic Rock Hits Remain Popular Decades Later

Five Classic Rock Hits Remain Popular Decades Later

Across five profiles, enduring classics from the Eagles, Bryan Adams, the Rascals, Al Stewart, and the Pretenders are revisited, highlighting chart peaks, long-lasting cultural impact, and modern milestones like Heaven reaching a billion Spotify streams. Creators and collaborators recount inspiration and production details, underscoring how these songs continue to resonate decades after their original releases.

👤Carrie Underwood

Sep 2, 2026

Miley Cyrus reimagines Janis Joplin’s “Maybe”

Miley Cyrus reimagines Janis Joplin’s “Maybe”

Across five stories, iconic songs are continually reimagined by today’s artists: Miley Cyrus channels Janis Joplin on “Maybe,” delivering a standout, goosebump-inducing performance that fans hailed as true to Joplin’s spirit; Jackson Browne’s “Running on Empty” is explored through its guerrilla-recording approach and bandmates’ recollections from the late-70s era; Bob Dylan’s rendition of Johnny Cash’s “Folsom Prison Blues” is noted for elevating the classic’s status; Lynyrd Skynyrd’s “Sweet Home Alabama” is highlighted as a lasting cornerstone of Southern rock with a rich chart and collaboration history; Erma Franklin’s “Piece of My Heart” gains enduring fame after Janis Joplin’s explosive cover helped define the song’s legacy.

👤Janis Joplin

Sep 2, 2026

Miley Cyrus Drops Cyrus Name for Bass Persuades

Miley Cyrus Drops Cyrus Name for Bass Persuades

Miley Cyrus announces Bass Persuades, her 10th studio album and first for Atlantic Records, described as a powerful, vulnerable love story that nods to Dolly Parton; the album drops September 18. She also confirms two Hollywood Bowl shows on October 16 and 18, with MODEL/ACTRIZ opening, marking her first major U.S. performances since 2022.

👤Miley Cyrus

Sep 1, 2026

Paul McCartney Declares God Only Knows Greatest Song

Paul McCartney Declares God Only Knows Greatest Song

A cross-section of enduring musical milestones shows how artists across decades have shaped genres: Paul McCartney lauds The Beach Boys’ God Only Knows as a revolutionary love song, The Box Tops’ The Letter became a quick No. 1 hit, John Prine’s Paradise fused nostalgia with environmental critique, 1973’s trio of country songs highlighted durable storytelling, and Dolly Parton’s work transcended country with hits like I Will Always Love You and Jolene, later amplified by Whitney Houston’s iconic cover. This collage underscores music’s lasting influence through boundary-pusting writing, rapid-chart classics, and genre-busting crossover fame.

👤Johnny Cash

Aug 22, 2026

Tim Hardin Song Endures Through 1966 Covers

Tim Hardin Song Endures Through 1966 Covers

From Tim Hardin's Reason to Believe through Rod Stewart's famous cover, Donovan's Catch the Wind that sparked British Dylan comparisons, and Dylan's Forever Young written as a lullaby for his son, these pieces show how intimate moments and cross-genre influences have shaped enduring folk and rock classics. More recently, Chris Stapleton's 2025 revival of Willie Nelson's Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground on a TV special demonstrates how classic ballads continue to resonate in contemporary performances.

Aug 21, 2026

Hopkins Debuts Album Life Is Dream

Hopkins Debuts Album Life Is Dream

Sir Anthony Hopkins, at 88, releases Life Is a Dream, his debut classical album on Decca, featuring his six decades of composed works performed by the Philharmonia Orchestra under Gustavo Dudamel and recorded at Alexandra Palace for an August 21 release. The project, connected to Bradley Cooper who helped introduce Hopkins to Dudamel, underscores music as his lifelong language alongside acting, with pieces inspired by Wales, family, and love.

👤Anthony Hopkins

Aug 20, 2026

Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah Crowned Best-Written Song of All Time by Experts

Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah Crowned Best-Written Song of All Time by Experts

A cross-section of enduring songs across country and related genres shows how lyrics, breakthrough moments, and genre-blending hits shape the modern landscape: Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah is praised for its literary lyricism, Charlie Rich’s Behind Closed Doors solidified his Nashville breakthrough, and alt-country milestones like Steve Earle’s Guitar Town and Old Crow Medicine Show’s Wagon Wheel helped redefine the genre. The 2000s saw chart-dominating acts like Toby Keith, Kenny Chesney, Carrie Underwood, and others, while current artists such as Alexandra Kay are using platforms like TikTok to reinterpret classics like The Dance and expand their careers alongside upcoming tours.

Aug 19, 2026

Dan + Shay Unveil Autobiographical Album Young

Dan + Shay Unveil Autobiographical Album Young

Dan + Shay pivot from wedding-centered songs to an autobiographical, emotionally vulnerable album called Young, anchored by Say So, a track about suicide prevention written in tribute to their late mentor Ben Vaughn. The collection blends heavy themes with hope and includes collaborations such as with Jamey Johnson, reflecting their personal experiences on the new record.

👤Cody Johnson

Aug 19, 2026

Reba McEntire, Rex Linn Plan Multi-Day Wedding

Reba McEntire, Rex Linn Plan Multi-Day Wedding

Reba McEntire and Rex Linn say their wedding will be an unusually extended, three- to four-day farm celebration for they and their animals, pushed back by their busy schedules and TV work. The couple, who publicized their engagement in 2025, are juggling plans for a large guest list and multiple musical options as they navigate work commitments and on-screen roles in Happy’s Place.

👤Reba McEntire 👤Rex Linn

Aug 16, 2026

Adéla Announces Debut Album Prima, September 4

Adéla Announces Debut Album Prima, September 4

Slovak pop provocateur Adéla announced her debut album Prima for September 4 via Capitol Records, with Dylan Brady and Blake Slatkin as executive producers, and released the new single Ain’t In LA accompanied by a Fred Gervais-directed video. The project follows her earlier singles KGB and Red Bottoms and draws on personal inspirations, including photos of her mother, shaping Prima’s introspective yet swaggering pop direction.

👤Dylan Brady

Jul 23, 2026

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