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Robert Plant and Alison Krauss Reunite for ‘Raise the Roof’ Album
Lead single "Can't Let Go' finds the duo covering Lucinda Williams.
Did the Metric System Really Keep Yngwie Malmsteen Out of Kiss?
United States' refusal to adopt international form of measurement may have prevented guitarist from joining band.
Did Van Halen Almost Finish a David Lee Roth Reunion LP in 2000?
The temporarily reunited band wrote at least three new songs together.
Watch Two Guys Try the ‘Dumb and Dumber’ Aspen Mini Bike Ride
Yes, one of them ended up with wet pants.
Underrated David Lee Roth: The Most Overlooked Track From Each LP
He'll forever be known for his time in Van Halen, but there are gems hidden in Roth's solo work.
25 Years Ago: Kiss Preview Their Blockbuster Reunion Tour
There were a few technical problems, including a small fire during the hour-long performance.
Mammoth WVH, ‘Mammoth WVH': Album Review
Wolfgang Van Halen confidently threads the needle on his debut.
Metallica ‘Load’ Roundtable: Did They Fumble Their Big Follow-Up?
Band took an unexpected turn on the 1996 follow-up to the Black Album.
Foo Fighters Announce First Six Shows of 2021 Tour
Band still plans to confirm "crapload more shows" for upcoming trek.
Roger Waters Posts Disputed Liner Notes to Pink Floyd’s ‘Animals’
He says David Gilmour "does not dispute the veracity" of the content, but "wants that history to remain secret."
Nikki Sixx, Rob Zombie, John 5 Form New L.A. Rats Supergroup
The quartet is expected to release a new single on May 21.
Journey to Perform at Lollapalooza 2021, Says Neal Schon
Annual Chicago festival would be first confirmed date for the newly reconfigured band.
Paul McCartney’s Solo Career Honored With Royal Mail Stamp Set
Beatles legend is the second living solo artist commemorated.
Van Halen Longboxes and Deluxe Packages: Photo Gallery
Band's first nine albums were all released in the now-extinct packaging format.
Bruce Kulick Hits the Shower for Reggae ‘Tears Are Falling’ Cover
Former Kiss guitarist stays dry while performing his former band's 1985 hit.
John Lydon Calls Sex Pistols TV Series ‘Disrespectful S—‘
The singer promises "a huge, enormous f---ing fight."
Eagles’ ‘Millennium Concert’ Set to Make Vinyl Debut
Band is also reissuing 'Eagles Live' and 'Long Road Out of Eden' on vinyl.
Underrated Motley Crue: The Most Overlooked Song From Each Album
Nine songs that prove the band doesn't get enough credit for its songwriting.
All 10 Van Halen Cover Songs Ranked
Cuts by other artists were important to band's formation - and its first big breakup.
Angus Young Shoots Down Bon Scott ‘Back in Black’ Rumors
AC/DC guitarist says singer missed contributing more to the album by a matter of days.