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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.
27 February

The Untold Johnny Cash: A Life More Complicated Than the Legend

  • byMichael Thomas
When you think of Johnny Cash, you probably picture The Man in Black — a towering figure in…
26 February

Tommy Aldridge Opens Up on Being Left Out of Ozzy Osbourne’s Final Performance

  • byMichael Thomas
Legendary rock drummer Tommy Aldridge has addressed a question that’s puzzled heavy metal fans since Ozzy Osbourne’s farewell…
26 February

The Only Who Song Written Together By Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey

  • byMichael Thomas
For a band as legendary as The Who, it might come as a surprise that Pete Townshend and…
26 February

Iron Maiden Turns Their 2026 UK Show Into a Full-On Festival — Former Members Included!

  • byMichael Thomas
bruce Dickinson
Iron Maiden are marking five decades of metal dominance in a spectacular way in 2026 — by transforming…
26 February

Josh Freese Fires Back After Foo Fighters Exit Says “Dave Grohl Era Is Overrated”

  • byMichael Thomas
was one of the more surprising chapters in recent rock history: seasoned session drummer Josh Freese — known…
26 February

Alex Van Halen Reveals Why Sammy Hagar Isn’t Mentioned in His Memoir: “We Did Our Best Work With Dave”

  • byMichael Thomas
Alex Van Halen
When Van Halen drummer Alex Van Halen sat down to write Brothers — his much-anticipated memoir about life,…
26 February

The Eagles Announce “The Long Goodbye, Act III” Stadium Tour with Nashville Stop

  • byMichael Thomas
henley
The iconic rock band The Eagles are continuing what’s become one of the most talked-about farewell runs in…
26 February

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026 Nominees Revealed: Full List

  • byMichael Thomas
phil collins
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has officially unveiled its Class of 2026 nominees, announcing a 17-artist…
25 February

Metallica Finally Announce 8-Date Las Vegas Sphere Residency

  • byMichael Thomas
james hetfield
Metallica have officially announced one of the most ambitious live music events of 2026: an eight‑show residency at…
25 February

David Gilmour’s Legendary “Black Strat” Heads Back To Auction

  • byMichael Thomas
One of rock’s most legendary instruments — the Black Strat once owned and played by David Gilmour —…
25 February

Eric Clapton Says This Band Was the True Pioneer of Heavy Metal — and It’s Not Black Sabbath

  • byMichael Thomas
Eric Clapton
The story of heavy metal’s beginnings is usually told one way: doom-laden riffs, occult imagery, and a dark…
25 February

Tom Morello to Join Bruce Springsteen and E Street Band on 2026 Land of Hope & Dreams Tour

  • byMichael Thomas
In a move that’s already electrifying fans, Tom Morello — the legendary guitarist best known for his work…
25 February

3 Doors Down Score Multiple No. 1s on Billboard Following Brad Arnold’s Death

  • byMichael Thomas
When Brad Arnold, the lead singer and co-founder of 3 Doors Down, died on February 7, 2026, at…
24 February

John Mellencamp Blasts the Grammys: ‘It Means F—ing Nothing’

  • byMichael Thomas
John Mellencamp made it plain and simple: the Grammys don’t mean a thing to him. In a recent…
24 February

“I Need to Be Home”: Why Tobias Forge is Finally Walking Away From Ghost

  • byMichael Thomas
Ghost’s spell-binding run of shows is about to reach its end, and with it comes a surprising turn…
24 February

Sharon Reveals Why the Prince of Darkness Chose the Stage Over a Terminal Warning

  • byMichael Thomas
Two weeks before he walked onstage for the final time, doctors gave Ozzy Osbourne a warning no one…
24 February

The Iconic Tom Petty Song the Band Thought was a “Total Mess”

  • byMichael Thomas
Tom Petty
Tom Petty wrote some of the most instantly recognizable rock songs of the past 50 years — tracks…
24 February

LOUDER THAN LIFE 2026 JUST BROKE THE INTERNET! The Craziest Lineup Ever?

  • byMichael Thomas
Louder Than Life has officially unveiled its 2026 lineup, and it marks the largest edition in the festival’s…
24 February

How The Beatles’ Ed Sullivan Appearance Sparked a Musical Revolution

  • byMichael Thomas
The Beatles
On February 9, 1964, something extraordinary happened on American television. Four mop-topped young men from Liverpool took the…
23 February

Rush Bring Keyboardist Loren Gold On Board for Fifty Something Tour

  • byMichael Thomas
Legendary Canadian rock band Rush have confirmed the addition of a keyboard player for their highly anticipated Fifty…
23 February

Bruce Springsteen’s Announces 2026 Land of Hope and Dreams Tour: Dates, Tickets & Prices

  • byMichael Thomas
bruce
Rock legend Bruce Springsteen is heading back to American arenas this spring with his E Street Band for…
23 February

ZZ Top To Headline Hollywood Bowl With Cheap Trick This Year

  • byMichael Thomas
Classic rock legends ZZ Top have just announced a high-profile stop on their 2026 touring schedule, taking the…
23 February

Rush Reveal Massive 2027 Tour — UK, Europe & South America Dates Added to “Fifty Something” Run

  • byMichael Thomas
Prog-rock legends Rush have just expanded their hugely anticipated Fifty Something Tour, announcing 2027 dates across South America,…
23 February

Sex Pistols Announce 50th Anniversary “Anarchy In The UK” Tour

  • byMichael Thomas
Punk rock royalty Sex Pistols are returning to the road for a very special celebration — marking 50…
23 February

“It Still Hurts to Talk About”: The most “tragic” hit of Glenn Hughes’ career

  • byMichael Thomas
glenn huges
Some moments in a rock legend’s life change everything — and for Glenn Hughes, one of the hardest…
22 February

Klaus Meine Of Scorpions Says “Were Always an Amazing Live Band — And Still Are”

  • byMichael Thomas
Legendary rock band Scorpions are reminding the world that their live shows remain as electrifying as ever —…
22 February

Foo Fighters Shock Fans With Last-Minute Dublin, London & Manchester Dates with Limited Tickets

  • byMichael Thomas
Dave Grohl
Foo Fighters have just dropped a major curveball on their fans in the UK and Ireland, unveiling three…
22 February

James Hetfield Names the Band Metallica Couldn’t Stand Touring With

  • byMichael Thomas
james hetfield
Even legends have tour nightmares. While Metallica are known as one of the most relentless touring bands in…
22 February

“He Was a Great Con Man”: Why Lemmy Thought Dylan Was Overrated???

  • byMichael Thomas
Lemmy
Over the years, Lemmy never held back in interviews. Whether he was talking about politics, religion or fellow…
22 February

“Thousands Sing My Lyrics and I Get Nothing”: Bob Daisley Blasts Osbournes Over Tribute Show Snub

  • byMichael Thomas
Bob Daisley — the Australian bassist and songwriter best known for co‑writing and performing on many of Ozzy…
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