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Saga singer Michael Sadler offers new update on his health
By Jerry Ewing published
Saga frontman Michael Sadler clarifies that "The surgery I underwent successfully removed the cancer, and as no further treatment or cure is available in my case, my focus is on staying healthy."

Stolen Rolling Stones guitar finally turns up – at New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art
By Fraser Lewry published
The stolen guitar had been played by Keith Richards, Mick Taylor, Jimmy Page and Eric Clapton

"I know there’s gotta be at least another Aerosmith gig." Joe Perry reveals band have been talking about a proper farewell
By Stef Lach published
Aerosmith abandoned their farewell tour in 2023. Now guitarist Joe Perry says they're talking about bowing out in style

Tedeschi Trucks Band announce live album of historic Mad Dogs & Englishmen show
By Fraser Lewry published
Tedeschi Trucks Band's Mad Dogs & Englishmen Revisited (Live At Lockin’) features Leon Russell, Rita Coolidge, Chris Robinson, Warren Haynes and more

Strawbs founder, singer and guitarist Dave Cousins has died, aged 85
By Jerry Ewing published
Dave Cousins, who founded folk prog band Strawbs as The Strawberry Hill Boys in 1964, has died

"Maybe we'll say hi to each other and take selfies a few more times..." Saga singer Michael Sadler reveals terminal cancer status
By Jerry Ewing published
Saga and ProgJect singer Michael Sadler reveals his cancer is "incurable and untreatable."

United States military used Metallica's Enter Sandman without permission in now deleted video promoting war drones
By Stef Lach published
Might of US military is no match for Metallica's lawyers as they demand removal of track from social media drone video

Jeff Lynne’s ELO cancel last ever show
By Classic Rock published
The iconic British rock band have cancelled their swansong show in London‘s Hyde Park after doctors advise Jeff Lynne not to play

Ex-Deep Purple legend Glenn Hughes is releasing a new solo album – and it may be his last
By Classic Rock published
Is Glenn Hughes about to release his final solo record?

Nikki Sixx reveals why Motley Crue didn’t play Ozzy Osbourne’s farewell gig: “Health issues”
By Classic Rock published
Ozzy gave Motley Crue a leg-up in their early days – but they weren’t at the Back To The Beginning show

"Carts before horses. Getting excited is somewhat premature." King Crimson manager urges caution over new studio album rumours
By Jerry Ewing published
Comments from Jakko Jaksyk that suggested a new King Crimson studio album should be handled with caution, says band's manager

These two Swedish hard icons sang in the same band at different times – but would they work together?
By Classic Rock published
It could be the Swedish hard rock collaboration to end them all

This deal on Permission To Land… Again by The Darkness is really Growing On Me - save up to 31% on this 5LP modern rock classic
By Paul Dimery published
Amazon Prime Day is in its final stretch, but you can still save a bundle on the 20th anniversary edition of The Darkness’ much-loved debut album

You Can't Always Get What You Want - but if you're quick, you can get 50% off this massive Rolling Stones box set
By Paul Dimery published
Amazon Prime Day is into its final hours, but there's still time to pick up this Stones singles 1966-1971 box set for half-price in the US

"One of my favourite Lamb songs..." Steve Hackett shares dynamic new live clip of Genesis's Lilywhite Lilith
By Jerry Ewing published
Steve Hackett has just released The Lamb Stands Up Live At The Royal Albert Hall double live album

Rival Sons' Jay Buchanan cast in upcoming Hollywood movie
By Fraser Lewry published
The Rival Sons frontman announces acting role ahead of Weapons Of Beauty solo shows

Black Sabbath’s Tony Iommi issues update on long-awaited solo album: “I’m trying to finish off what I started”
By Matt Mills published
Now that Back To The Beginning is in the rear-view mirror, heavy metal’s foundational guitarist is returning to work on his first solo album in 20 years
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