A professional pop culture junkie for more than 25 years, Jeff Giles regularly surfaces in a number of far-flung locations on the Web.
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The Byrds’ Chris Hillman to Release New Tom Petty-Produced Album, ‘Bidin’ My Time’
Chris Hillman will return later this year with 'Bidin' My Time,' his first new solo LP in more than a decade.
George Romero Dies: Slash, Kirk Hammett, Rob Zombie and Vernon Reid Pay Tribute to Zombie Movie Pioneer
Influential horror director George A. Romero has died at the age of 77 after a battle with lung cancer, prompting social media tributes from fans around the world.
Former Foghat Guitarist Erik Cartwright Dead at 66
Guitarist Erik Cartwright, who rose to prominence after joining Foghat as a replacement for founding member Rod Price in 1981, has died at the age of 66.
Who Are Rock’s Best Paid (and Most Played) Artists?
The debate over whether rock is dead continues, but one thing is certain: It's still extremely lucrative for the genre's biggest artists.
Guns N’ Roses Cancel Jerusalem Visit After Terrorist Attack
Three gunmen were killed after a shootout with police at the entrance to the Temple Mount/Haram al-Sharif complex.
Sebastian Bach Says He’s Getting ‘Singing Related’ Surgery
Admitting that his years as a rock 'n' roll frontman have had a physical impact on an undisclosed part of his anatomy, Sebastian Bach told fans he's undergoing a surgical procedure today.
Quentin Tarantino Planning Movie Inspired by Charles Manson
Quentin Tarantino's next movie will reportedly be inspired by Charles Manson's notorious real-life crimes.
25 Years Ago: Axl Rose Arrested for St. Louis Guns N’ Roses Riot
You can't outrun the long arm of the law forever — even if you're Axl Rose.
Watch Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks Reunite for ‘Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around’
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' 40th anniversary tour rolled into London on July 9, with Stevie Nicks lending support as an opening act.
Brian May Says the Freddie Mercury Biopic Is Happening
Queen guitarist Brian May says the movie dedicated to the band's late singer is closer to the big screen than ever.
Tommy Shaw to Premiere ‘Sing for the Day’ Concert Special With Contemporary Youth Orchestra
Styx's Tommy Shaw is bringing his 2016 solo show with the Contemporary Youth Orchestra to fans everywhere on July 9.
Neil Young Rounding Up 1976 Vault Recordings for Previously Unreleased ‘Hitchhiker’ LP
A long-unheard collection of acoustic studio performances from Neil Young is scheduled to finally make its way out of the vault and into stores this summer.
About the Time Guns N’ Roses Nearly Toured With N.W.A
Years before they teamed up with Metallica for one of the most highly anticipated tours of the early '90s, Guns N' Roses briefly entertained the idea of performing with another hugely popular group.
Jimmy Iovine Recalls Hiding Stevie Nicks in His Basement While Producing Tom Petty
Jimmy Iovine told Howard Stern during a wide-ranging interview that he secretly juggled commitments to multiple major clients on at least one infamous occasion.
Nikki Sixx Says He’s ‘Unofficially Retired’ From Touring
Nikki Sixx spent decades on the road with Mötley Crüe — and has recently toured with Sixx:A.M. — but it sounds like he's finally had enough of being away from home.
Hear the New Version of ‘Gypsy’ Stevie Nicks Recorded for Netflix
Netflix's upcoming Gypsy series, starring Naomi Watts as a therapist on the verge of personal and professional disaster, was strongly inspired by Fleetwood Mac's 1982 hit "Gypsy."
Michael Anthony Sees ‘Some Kind of Proper Closure’ in a Van Halen Reunion
Several weeks after going on record as saying "now's the time" for Van Halen to reunite its classic rhythm section and put together a tour with David Lee Roth and Sammy Hagar.
When Ronnie James Dio Returned to Black Sabbath for ‘Dehumanizer’
His exit presaged a bumpy period for the group – one they hoped to end by bringing him back into the fold a decade later.
Gene Simmons Reportedly Withdraws Application to Trademark Devil Horns Hand Gesture
Gene Simmons has apparently thought better of his widely ridiculed efforts to trademark the universally recognized hand gesture for rocking out.
Lindsey Buckingham and Christine McVie Begin 2017 Tour: Set List and Videos
Lindsey Buckingham and Christine McVie played the first date on their 2017 tour in Atlanta last night.