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Former Family multi-instrumentalist John 'Poli' Palmer has died, aged 82
By Jerry Ewing published
Multi-instrumentalist John 'Poli' Palmer played with Family and also worked with Pete Townshend, Peter Frampton, Kevin Ayers. Elkie Brookes and more...

Steeleye Span announce Winter tour dates in support of new album Conflict
By Jerry Ewing published
Steeleye Span have released their first new studio album for six years and will tour the UK in November and December

John Payne unveils new Asia featuring John Payne line-up featuring Francis Dunnery and Ryo Okumoto
By Jerry Ewing published
The new-look Asia featuring John Payne are currently working on a new studio album and will tour the US, Japan and UK later this year

What happens when you buy one of the UK's most iconic venues for £1
By Dave Ling published
A new play tells the story of Simon Parkes, the entrepreneur who turned Brixton Academy into one of the nation's most-loved live venues

Watch Alex Lifeson play Rush cover with Tom Morello and 15-year-old drumming prodigy
By Fraser Lewry published
The startling career of Japanese YouTube sensation Yoyoka Sama continues

"It was a cracking night!" Solstice share video trailer for new live release Clann Live
By Jerry Ewing published
UK prog rockers Solstice will release a live film and album, Clann Live: The Colchester Gathering, in August

How Gentle Giant told Black Sabbath they were being "ripped off" in the 1970s
By Fraser Lewry published
Gentle Giant frontman Derek Shulman recalls the fraught 1972 meeting that ended with Ozzy Osbourne throwing a bottle at management

“Great to have a chance to work with my old friend on something from our youth." Genesis confirm September release date for The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway 50th Anniversary box
By Jerry Ewing published
Genesis's 50th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition of The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway will now be released on September 26

Big Big Train reveal special warm-up show ahead of Cruise To The Edge 2026
By Jerry Ewing published
Big Big Train will preview new material from the upcoming studio album at a Cruise To The Edge 2026 warm-up show at Southampton's The 1865 in March

Steven Wilson to release 10th anniversary coloured vinyl double vinyl edition of Hand. Cannot. Erase.
By Jerry Ewing published
Steven Wilson's fourth solo album, 2015's Hand. Cannot. Erase. will be reissued with new audio that has been remastered at half-speed at Abbey Road Studios.

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."

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."

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

"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

"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

"All he asked for was a six-pack of beer. He was awesome!" How Derek Shulman got Jethro Tull playing with Men Without Hats
By Jerry Ewing published
How Ian Anderson ended up playing flute on Canadian 80s synth band Men Without Hats 1987 album Pop Goes The World
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