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Bob Dylan's Most Heartbreaking Love Song

The singer-songwriter's 1966 track "Just Like a Woman" explores the duality of a woman on the brink.

Gene Simmons Criticizes Hip-Hop's Inclusion in Rock Hall of Fame

KISS frontman reignites debate over genre boundaries and the definition of 'rock and roll'

Debbie Harry Pays Tribute to Early Blondie Bassist Fred Smith

The Blondie frontwoman honored the late Television bassist who played in an early incarnation of the band.

Gene Simmons Defends Use of 'Ghetto' Term in Argument Against Hip-Hop in Rock Hall

The KISS co-founder faced backlash for his comments about hip-hop artists not belonging in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Debbie Harry Pays Tribute to Early Blondie Bassist Fred Smith

The late Television bassist played in an early incarnation of the band that became Blondie.

Debbie Harry Pays Tribute to Early Blondie Bassist Fred Smith

The Blondie frontwoman honored the late Television bassist who played in an early incarnation of the band.

Gene Simmons Defends Use of 'Ghetto' in Hip-Hop Debate

KISS co-founder argues hip-hop doesn't belong in Rock Hall of Fame

Gene Simmons Defends Use of 'Ghetto' Term in Hip-Hop Debate

KISS rocker argues hip-hop doesn't belong in Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Beatles Arrive in America, Sparking 'Beatlemania'

The iconic British band lands in New York, kicking off their first U.S. tour and captivating crowds of adoring fans.

The Eagles Extend Las Vegas Sphere Residency Into 2026

The iconic band adds 10 more shows at the state-of-the-art venue, with tickets on sale now.

Gene Simmons Criticizes Rap Artists in Rock Hall of Fame

KISS co-founder says rap music "doesn't speak my language" and should not be inducted.

Former Pogues Drummer Andrew Ranken Dies at 72

Ranken, known as 'The Clobberer,' was a founding member and played on all of the band's studio albums.

DEVO extends 'Mutate, Don't Stagnate Tour,' adds NY show

Get tickets to see the avant-garde '80s icons 'Whip It good' in Port Chester on June 9.

Brandi Carlile Adds Third Night to 'Echoes Through the Canyon' at The Gorge

The Highwomen, Sheryl Crow, Wynonna Judd and Brittney Spencer to perform on the new Sunday show date.

Jimmy Eat World Announces 25th Anniversary Tour for 'Bleed American'

The beloved 90s rock band will hit the road this summer to celebrate their breakthrough album.

Poison Ruin Announce Spring 2026 North American Tour

The outing kicks off with a gig at the Bowery Ballroom on April 11th in New York City.

Music Catalog Owners Prevail in Copyright Lawsuit Over Rock Documentaries

Court rules fair use does not cover unauthorized use of songs in films

Television Bassist Fred Smith Dies at 77

The influential musician helped define the sound of the pioneering punk band.

The All-American Rejects Announce First Europe and U.K. Tour in 14 Years

The popular rock band will tour Europe and the U.K. this summer in support of their upcoming album 'Sandbox'.