Category Archives: Classic Hits & Oldies News – ABC Audio
Janet Jackson to release deluxe edition of 'The Velvet Rope'
Virgin Records AmericaNew music from the legendary Janet Jackson is on the way. In honor of the 25th anniversary of Jackson's sixth studio album, The Velvet Rope, the fi...
Oct 03, 2022
University in Tom Petty's hometown honoring him with Tom Petty Day, capsule collection
Tom Petty performs at University of Florida in 1983; Paul Natkin/Getty ImagesTom Petty was a proud son of Gainesville, Florida, and the city's university plans to honor the late rocker with Tom Petty ...
Oct 03, 2022
Wolfgang Van Halen feels "closure" after performing Van Halen songs at Taylor Hawkins tribute
ABC AudioAmong the many highlights of the Taylor Hawkins tribute concerts last month was Wolfgang Van Halen playing the riffs of his late father, Eddie Van Halen, as he ripped classic V...
Oct 03, 2022
Sammy Hagar's 75th birthday gift: 24 hours on AXS TV
Leah SteigerOctober 13 marks Sammy Hagar's 75th birthday, and in honor of the occasion, AXS TV is devoting 24 hours of programming to the Red Rocker. Starting Wednesday, October 12 at 8 p.m. ET, AXS T...
Oct 03, 2022
Mariah Carey salutes 27th anniversary of 'Daydream': "My most bittersweet album
Columbia RecordsMariah Carey has another major milestone to celebrate: her fifth studio album, Daydream, turned 27 on Monday. The singer celebrated the sweet anniversary on Twitter...
Oct 03, 2022
Red Hot Chili Peppers releasing LA Rams-themed 'Return of the Dream Canteen' vinyl I
Warner RecordsRed Hot Chili Peppers are releasing a Los Angeles Rams-themed vinyl version of their upcoming album, Return of the Dream Canteen. The two-LP set will be printed on the NFL team's blue an...
Oct 03, 2022
Ringo Starr has COVID, cancels tour dates
UMeRingo Starr has put his current tour with his All Starr Band on hold because he's contracted COVID-19. The Beatles legend was forced to cancel his shows this past Saturday in New Buffalo, Michigan,...
Oct 03, 2022
Rod Stewart extends Las Vegas residency into 12th year
Live Nation/Caesars EntertainmentLas Vegas is definitely in Rod Stewart's heart and in his soul: He's just renewed his residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace for a 12th year. Dates for Rod Stewa...
Oct 03, 2022
Eddie Vedder & Stevie Nicks, The Killers & Bruce Springsteen jam together during weekend full of collaborations
Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagicIf you went to a concert over the weekend, you may have seen one of a few high-profile onstage collaborations. On Friday, the first night of Eddie Vedder's Ohana Festival in Dana...
Oct 03, 2022
Lindsey Buckingham cancels European tour "due to ongoing health issues"
Scott Dudelson/Getty ImagesLindsey Buckingham has scrapped the remainder of his current European tour for medical reasons. A statement on his Instagram feed reads, "Due to ongoing health issues, Linds...
Oct 03, 2022