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Elton John social media campaign wins Anthem Award

The Elton John AIDs Foundation has been recognized with an Anthem Award for its "Let Your Inner Elton Out" media campaign. The Anthem Awards, an offshoot of The Webby Awards, honor the people, organizations and brands that work to inspire others to take action to create change themselves. They're presented ...
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Bono nominated for an Audie Award for his memoir, ‘Surrender’

U2 frontman Bono has been nominated for an Audie Award.The rocker is nominated in the Audio Book of the Year category for his memoir, Surrender, which he released in November 2022 and narrated himself.  Other big names nominated for Audies include Michelle Williams, Michelle Obama, Dolly Parton, Ethan Hawke, Lake Bell, Patrick Stewart, Alfrie Woodard and Meryl Streep.Surrender followed ...
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The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson announces the death of wife Melinda

The Beach Boys' Brian Wilson is mourning the loss of his wife, Melinda, who passed away Tuesday, January 30, at the age of 77.“My heart is broken. Melinda, my beloved wife of 28 years, passed away this morning,” he wrote on social media. “Our five children and I ...
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Go Backstage with Bon Jovi on their new archival site

Bon Jovi is opening up their archives to fans.As part of the ongoing celebration of their 40th anniversary, the New Jersey rockers just launched what they’re calling Backstage with Bon Jovi, an online archive of the band's history.“This is a labor of love, meticulously curated to bring you ...
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Joan Jett, The Black Crowes to play inaugural Minnesota Yacht Club Festival

Joan Jett & the Blackhearts and The Black Crowes are among the acts booked for the inaugural Minnesota Yacht Club Festival, held July 19-20 at Harriet Island Regional Park in St. Paul.The festival also features headliners Red Hot Chili Peppers, Gwen Stefani and Alanis Morissette, along with Soul Asylum, The Offspring, The Head and the ...
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Joni Mitchell announces Hollywood Bowl show, her first live California concert in 24 years

Joni Mitchell has announced yet another live performance.The 80-year-old Rock & Roll Hall of Famer will headline a special Joni Jam at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on October 19, marking her first live show in California since 2000.Brandi Carlile will once again be joining Joni onstage. ...
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James Taylor announces three-night stand in Vienna, Virginia

James Taylor continues to add shows to his 2024 schedule.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer just added three dates at the Wolf Trap in Vienna, Virginia, September 12, 14 and 15. An artist presale kicks off Tuesday, February 13, at 10 a.m. at jamestaylor.com; tickets go ...
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‘Emerson, Lake & Powell: The Complete Collection’ coming in April

The music of prog rockers Emerson, Lake & Powell is being celebrated with a new CD set. Emerson, Lake & Powell: The Complete Collection, dropping April 12, is a three-CD set featuring a remastered edition of the trio’s self-titled album, which was their only studio release, along with three bonus ...
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On This Day, January 30, 1969: The Beatles give their final public performance

On This Day, January 30, 1969 …The Beatles gave their final public performance on Apple Records' rooftop in London. The band, who was joined by guest keyboardist Billy Preston, did nine takes of five songs— “Get Back,” “Don’t Let Me Down,” “I’ve Got A Feeling,” “One ...
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Elton John and Bernie Taupin to receive the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song

Elton John just became an EGOT, and his songwriting partner Bernie Taupin was just inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Now, they're both getting another prestigious award.On March 20, the duo will receive the Library of Congress’ Gershwin Prize for Popular Song in Washington, D.C.,  as ...
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