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Michael Thomas

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Michael Thomas is a music historian obsessed with the '70s and '80s rock scene. He collects vinyl and argues about Led Zeppelin daily.
06 January

Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson Warns Fans About “Insidious” AI Fakery

  • byMichael Thomas
ian ANDERSON
Jethro Tull frontman Ian Anderson is sounding the alarm about the growing prevalence of artificial intelligence-generated content that…
06 January

AC/DC Unbroken Legacy: Angus Young is the only member to play on every AC/DC album

  • byMichael Thomas
angus young
Lineups changed. Eras shifted. Legends were lost and reborn. Through it all, one thing never moved: Angus Young.…
06 January

“I’m Ready Again”: Aldo Nova Resurfaces With New Tour Plans After Scary Injury

  • byMichael Thomas
Canadian rock guitarist and songwriter Aldo Nova has unveiled plans for a 2026 concert tour that celebrates his…
06 January

Ted Nugent Takes Aim at Tom Morello, Green Day and Eminem in Blistering Tirade

  • byMichael Thomas
ted nugent
Veteran rocker Ted Nugent sparked fresh controversy with a wide-ranging critique of several well-known musicians during a recent…
06 January

Retirement Can Wait: At 71, David Lee Roth Brings the Swagger Back With Major 2026 Solo Tour

  • byMichael Thomas
David Lee Roth
Legendary rock frontman David Lee Roth, the unmistakable voice and larger-than-life personality behind Van Halen, is officially heading…
06 January

Dave Mustaine Confirms Megadeth’s Final Tour Will Feature Current Lineup, Not Former Members

  • byMichael Thomas
Megadeth founder Dave Mustaine has put to rest speculation about who will appear on the band’s farewell tour…
05 January

The Musicians Lou Reed Said Were “Out of His League”

  • byMichael Thomas
Lou Reed was never one to mince words. As a singer, songwriter, and influential architect of alternative rock,…
05 January

The Two Rock Giants John Lydon Has Publicly Branded “Rip-Offs”

  • byMichael Thomas
lydon
John Lydon has never been one to soften his opinions — especially when it comes to other musicians.…
05 January

Two Prince Classics See Massive Streaming Spike Following Stranger Things Finale

  • byMichael Thomas
prince
Ever since Netflix’s Stranger Things closed out its five-season run with an emotional and action-packed finale on December…
05 January

Morrissey Cancels His First 2026 Shows Before 2026 Even Gets Going

  • byMichael Thomas
morrisey
Morrissey has prematurely ended his first scheduled live performances of 2026, cancelling multiple early concerts on his announced…
05 January

Adrian Smith Says He Auditioned for Def Leppard After Leaving Iron Maiden

  • byMichael Thomas
Iron Maiden guitarist Adrian Smith has opened up about one of rock’s most intriguing “what if” moments: his…
05 January

“He’s the Quintessential Rock Singer in All Its Forms” — Chris Cornell on the Iggy Pop

  • byMichael Thomas
chris cornell
Chris Cornell wasn’t just a voice — he was an embodiment of rock’s raw emotional force. In reflecting…
05 January

John Paul Jones’ Personal Music Gear Up for Auction Through January 2026

  • byMichael Thomas
john paul
Led Zeppelin bassist and multi-instrumentalist John Paul Jones is offering fans and musicians an unusual opportunity to own…
04 January

Phil Lynott: Remembering the Poet, the Rebel, and the Soul of Thin Lizzy

  • byMichael Thomas
Every year on his death anniversary, the music world pauses to remember Phil Lynott — not just as…
04 January

The One Singer Dave Grohl and Axl Rose Both Admit Is the Greatest of All Time

  • byMichael Thomas
Dave Grohl
In rock history, two figures who often stood on opposite ends of the spectrum — Foo Fighters frontman…
04 January

Geezer Butler Says He’s Using an AI Singer to Develop Songs for His Next Solo Album

  • byMichael Thomas
Black Sabbath bassist Geezer Butler is tapping into artificial intelligence to help shape his next solo project, marking…
04 January

Billy Joel Returns to the Stage in Surprise First Performance Since Brain Disorder Diagnosis

  • byMichael Thomas
Billy Joel
Legendary singer-songwriter Billy Joel made an emotional return to live performance on January 2, 2026, marking his first…
04 January

Gene Simmons Says Eddie Van Halen Nearly Joined KISS in 1982

  • byMichael Thomas
gene simmons
According to Gene Simmons, one of rock history’s most unlikely what-ifs nearly became reality in the early 1980s.…
02 January

“I’ve Been Thinking About the Future”: Peter Gabriel Quietly Unveils New Album and Single

  • byMichael Thomas
Peter Gabriel
Legendary English singer-songwriter Peter Gabriel has revealed plans for a surprise new album titled o\i, kicking off its…
02 January

Alex Van Halen Teases New Album With Steve Lukather — Van Halen Vaults Finally Opening

  • byMichael Thomas
Alex Van Halen
Van Halen’s legendary drummer Alex Van Halen has confirmed that he’s preparing to begin work on a new…
02 January

Eight New Songs, Stadium Shows, and a Band Reborn: Foo Fighters Gear Up for a Massive 2026 Run

  • byMichael Thomas
foo fighters
After a period of relative quiet following the emotionally charged But Here We Are era, Foo Fighters are…
02 January

YUNGBLUD Announces Darker ‘Zombie’ Collaboration With Smashing Pumpkins

  • byMichael Thomas
Yungblud has kicked off 2026 with a striking new creative statement, unveiling a collaboration with alternative rock icons…
01 January

Megadeth’s New Album Might Not Be Their Final Word After All

  • byMichael Thomas
Thrash metal icons Megadeth are preparing to drop their long-teased new studio album Megadeth on January 23, 2026,…
01 January

“Their Albums Are Good for Keeping the Dust Off Your Turntable” — Tom Waits Reflects on the Eagles

  • byMichael Thomas
Tom Waits has never been shy about speaking his mind — especially when it comes to music that…
01 January

Bono Returns With New Projects, New Music and a Fresh Sense of Urgency to Change the World

  • byMichael Thomas
bono
Bono, the charismatic frontman of U2, is re-emerging into the cultural spotlight with a renewed focus on creativity…
01 January

Five Classic Rock Legends Who Said Farewell to the Stage in 2025

  • byMichael Thomas
After decades shaping the soundtrack of generations, a number of iconic rock artists stepped away from live performance…
01 January

The one musician Iggy Pop Calls “the Light of His Life”

  • byMichael Thomas
iggy
Iggy Pop — often hailed as the godfather of punk and a figure synonymous with raw, high-voltage performance…
01 January

“Not Mentally Prepared”: Why Myles Kennedy Refused to Audition for Velvet Revolver and Slash

  • byMichael Thomas
Alter Bridge frontman Myles Kennedy has opened up about one of the most pivotal decisions of his early…
01 January

“It’s Definite”: Tony Iommi Says His Long-Promised Solo Album Is Coming in 2026

  • byMichael Thomas
Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi has officially confirmed that his much-anticipated solo album — a project fans have…
01 January

Nikki Sixx Says Mötley Crüe’s 2026 Tour Will Be “Next Level” Thanks to Advancing Technology

  • byMichael Thomas
Nikki sixx
Mötley Crüe’s 2026 tour promises to be more than just another run of stadium shows — it’s being…
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