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Gie Knaeps, Getty Images Gie Knaeps, Getty Images Gie Knaeps, Getty Images SHARE TWEET There are many ways to pursue rock 'n' roll. Nico, a singer, songwriter, actress, model, muse and more, chose one of the most interesting paths. Most fans came to know Nico through her work with the Velvet Underground. It was Andy Warhol who insisted she join the group. Lou Reed resisted, then wound up writing songs for her and, briefly, became her lover.

Metallica Inspired by U2 to Play ‘Intimidating’ Sphere Residency Theo Wargo, Getty Images, Kevin Winter, Getty Images SHARE TWEET Metallica began thinking about a residency at the Las Vegas Sphere after Lars Ulrich attended U2’s opening night there, he revealed. The Irish band opened the 20,000-capacity venue in 2023 with a 40-date run. After considering the possibility for a while, Metallica will commence their own run in the fall, delivering 24 performances between Oct. 1 and March 13.

Motley Crue Launch ‘Return of the Carnival of Souls’ Tour: Video, Set List YouTube / Piggz SHARE TWEET Motley Crue kicked off their Return of the Carnival of Sins tour Friday night outside of Pittsburgh. Vince Neil, Nikki Sixx, Tommy Lee and John 5 reportedly played a 17-song set that included their first performance of the Generation Swine track "Afraid" in 14 years.

AC/DC’s Brian Johnson Loves Getting Older – Unlike Mick Jagger Morgan Hancock, Getty Images SHARE TWEET AC/DC singer Brian Johnson said he was having much more fun as an older musician than he’d had in the past. His comments appear to be at odds with those of Mick Jagger, who recently said there was nothing good about ageing. Perhaps four years is all it takes to make the difference – Johnson is 78 while his Rolling Stones counterpart is 82.

Every Major Rock Music Release Coming In August 2026 Daniel Knighton / Frazer Harrison / NurPhoto / Ethan Miller, Getty Images SHARE TWEET The slate of August 2026 rock music releases is highlighted by new albums from members of Heart, Genesis and Marillion. John Fogerty will also expand his best-selling solo project, while Kiss returns to a signature live '70s-era show. Ann Wilson is set to unveil the nine-track Consecrated Ground, a second studio collaboration with her solo band Tripsitter.

10 Deep Cuts Motley Crue Should Play on Their 2026 Tour (and When They Last Played Them) Anthony Devlin, Getty Images, Motley/Eleven Seven, Leathür SHARE TWEET Motley Crue gave fans a handful of surprises at their first concerts of 2026, unearthing several songs they hadn't played live in decades. Here are 10 more deep cuts they should play on their 2026 Return of the Carnival of Sins tour.

Wildfires Prompt Sebastian Bach, John Mellencamp and Others to Postpone Shows Gary Miller, Getty Images / AirGov SHARE TWEET The current spate of wildfires in Canada led to a number of musicians including the Black Keys, John Mellencamp and Sebastian Bach to postpone shows in the U.S. Health alerts have been issued in a number of American areas as a result of smoke spreading from over 800 blazes north of the border.

Michael Ochs Archives / Michael Putland / Neil Preston / Epic / Hulton Archive / Cindy Ord, Getty Images Michael Ochs Archives / Michael Putland / Neil Preston / Epic / Hulton Archive / Cindy Ord, Getty Images Michael Ochs Archives / Michael Putland / Neil Preston / Epic / Hulton Archive / Cindy Ord, Getty Images SHARE TWEET When a band has been around for more than 50 years, it inevitably goes through lineup changes.

Sammy Hagar Announces 2026 ‘Birthday Bash’ Dates Frazer Harrison, Getty Images SHARE TWEET Sammy Hagar will celebrate his 79th birthday with three concerts at his Cabo Wabo Cantina in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. The former Van Halen frontman will perform Oct. 9, 11th and 13th, with the latter being his actual birthday.

Bob Dylan Announces 2026 UK Tour Dates Gary Miller, Getty Images SHARE TWEET Bob Dylan will keep up his rough and rowdy ways with a series of U.K. tour dates booked for late 2026. The folk-rock iconoclast will kick off his 10-show tour on Nov. 25 in Bournemouth, England, and conclude the run on Dec. 8 in London, the last of five consecutive dates at the Royal Festival Hall. Tickets for the new dates go on sale on Wednesday, July 22.