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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.
25 January

Phil Collins now needs 24-hour live-in care after years of health problems and surgeries.

  • byMichael Thomas
phil collins
Music legend Phil Collins has shared a candid update on his health, revealing that he now requires round-the-clock…
25 January

Former Scorpions Bassist Francis Buchholz Dead at 71 After Cancer Battle

  • byMichael Thomas
Francis Buchholz, the influential bassist best known for his work with the legendary German rock band Scorpions, has…
25 January

“That Keeps Me Honest”: The one Secret Artist Bruce Springsteen Plays Before Every Show

  • byMichael Thomas
bruce
Bruce Springsteen may be one of rock’s most seasoned performers — with a career spanning more than 50…
25 January

Rod Stewart Slams ‘Draft Dodger’ Donald Trump Over NATO Comments, Demands Apology

  • byMichael Thomas
Rod Stewart
Rock legend Sir Rod Stewart has fired an unusually blunt political salvo at U.S. President Donald Trump, accusing…
25 January

L.A. Guns Announce Lucky MF’r 2026 World Tour With Support From Tom Keifer

  • byMichael Thomas
Classic hard rock outfit LA Guns are hitting the road in a big way in 2026, unveiling plans…
25 January

Kevin Cronin Says REO Speedwagon Became an ‘Impossible Situation’ Behind the Breakup

  • byMichael Thomas
Kevin Cronin, the longtime frontman of REO Speedwagon, has offered a revealing look at what ultimately led to…
23 January

Why Tom Petty Really Fired Stan Lynch — And How It Changed the Heartbreakers Forever

  • byMichael Thomas
Tom Petty
Tom Petty’s decision to fire longtime drummer Stan Lynch was far more than a personnel change — it…
23 January

Geddy Lee Leaves Door Open for New Rush Music: “It Would Be Fun to See What Anika Nilles Can Do”

  • byMichael Thomas
Legendary Rush bassist and vocalist Geddy Lee hasn’t closed the door on new music from the Canadian prog-rock…
23 January

Red Hot Chili Peppers Producer Says “Anthony Kiedis is Tone-Deaf, Can’t Hear Pitch”

  • byMichael Thomas
A former producer for the Red Hot Chili Peppers has stirred fresh debate by claiming that vocalist Anthony…
23 January

Megadeth Streams Final Album, Including Their Cover of Metallica’s Classic “Ride the Lightning”

  • byMichael Thomas
Megadeth’s long-awaited final album — simply titled Megadeth — is officially streaming in full, and it arrives with…
23 January

Kyle Gass Says Tenacious D Are Coming Back — “Bigger Than Oasis” After Trump Joke Fallout

  • byMichael Thomas
Comedy-rock duo Tenacious D will return to music and creative activity after a long hiatus triggered by controversy…
23 January

Eagles’ Their Greatest Hits (1971–1975) Becomes the First Quadruple Diamond Album in U.S. History

  • byMichael Thomas
The Eagles have just set a new milestone in music history: their 1976 compilation Their Greatest Hits (1971–1975)…
23 January

Def Leppard Drops New Single “Rejoice” Ahead of 2026 Las Vegas Residency

  • byMichael Thomas
Def Leppard has kicked off 2026 with a burst of new energy, releasing a standalone rock single titled…
22 January

Uriah Heep Guitarist Mick Box to Miss Initial Farewell Tour Shows Due to Illness

  • byMichael Thomas
Legendary Uriah Heep guitarist Mick Box will be absent from the opening dates of the band’s 2026 farewell…
22 January

Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley Inducted Into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2026

  • byMichael Thomas
kiss
Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley — the founding creative forces behind KISS — are being honored in a…
22 January

Jack White Mocks Donald Trump’s “365 Wins” Speech With Scathing Instagram Satire

  • byMichael Thomas
Jack White — the former frontman of The White Stripes and longtime outspoken critic of Donald Trump —…
22 January

The Time When Pat Boone’s Unexpected Metal Phase Provoked Backlash From Christian Fans

  • byMichael Thomas
In the early 1990s, Pat Boone — the clean-cut pop singer and emblem of wholesome family entertainment —…
22 January

Bret Michaels Responds to Rikki Rockett’s Claims About Poison’s Cancelled 40th Tour

  • byMichael Thomas
Bret Michaels, frontman of Poison, has responded to recent remarks made by drummer Rikki Rockett about the band’s…
22 January

Phil Collins Hopes to Make New Music Despite Ongoing Health Struggles

  • byMichael Thomas
phil collins
Phil Collins — the drummer, singer and songwriter whose voice defined pop and rock across decades — has…
21 January

Bob Mould Announces 2026 Sugar Tour Celebrating Band’s Legacy and Reimagined Sound

  • byMichael Thomas
Bob Mould — the influential guitarist, songwriter, and voice behind seminal alternative acts Husker Dü and Sugar —…
21 January

Flight of the Conchords Reunite for First Live Show in Eight Years at Netflix Is a Joke Fest 2026

  • byMichael Thomas
It’s finally happening. After nearly a decade of silence on the live stage, Flight of the Conchords are…
21 January

“I Just Couldn’t Reach It”: The Pink Floyd Song David Gilmour Couldn’t Sing Properly

  • byMichael Thomas
david gilmour
Even the greatest musicians hit walls in the studio — and for David Gilmour, one moment during the…
21 January

“Now That I Have the Law in My Favor”: Lawsuit Against Tommy Lee Revived After Two Decades

  • byMichael Thomas
Heather Taylor has refiled her sexual assault lawsuit against Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee, reviving allegations that date…
21 January

“Get the F— Out of Minneapolis,”: At Charity Gig, Bruce Springsteen Criticizes ICE and Trump, Calls for Defense of American Ideals

  • byMichael Thomas
bruce
Bruce Springsteen turned a charity performance into a pointed political statement this weekend, sharply criticizing the federal response…
21 January

Rob Zombie Fans Call for Boycott of Marilyn Manson Tour Over Billing Dispute

  • byMichael Thomas
A growing contingent of Rob Zombie supporters have called for a boycott of Marilyn Manson’s upcoming tour in…
20 January

Rob Hirst, Midnight Oil Drummer and Australian Rock Icon, Dies at 70 After Brave Cancer Battle

  • byMichael Thomas
The music world is in mourning following the death of Rob Hirst, legendary drummer, songwriter and co‑founding member…
20 January

NOFX’s Fat Mike Hit With Lawsuit From Longtime Bandmate Eric Melvin After Final Show

  • byMichael Thomas
Longtime NOFX frontman Fat Mike is facing legal action from longtime guitarist and founding member Eric Melvin, a…
20 January

“We’re Still Working on It”: Mustaine Admits His Relationship With Metallica Is Far From Simple

  • byMichael Thomas
As Megadeth prepares to release its self-titled final album and embark on what’s billed as its farewell tour,…
20 January

Jeff Pilson Says Lou Gramm Has Been “Wonderful and Supportive” on Foreigner’s Current Tour

  • byMichael Thomas
As Foreigner’s ongoing tour continues to draw enthusiastic fans across North America, bassist Jeff Pilson has spoken candidly…
20 January

“One of my crappy songs”: The Billy Joel Song He Wishes He Never Made

  • byMichael Thomas
Billy Joel
Billy Joel’s catalogue is packed with instantly recognizable classics — songs that have soundtracked weddings, road trips and…
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