Ex-Iron Maiden singer Paul Di’Anno dead at 66

PWLLHELI, UNITED KINGDOM – NOVEMBER 30: English heavy metal musician Paul Di’Anno performing live on stage at the 2013 Hard Rock Hell festival in Pwllheli, Wales, on November 30, 2013. (Photo by Kevin Nixon/Metal Hammer Magazine/Future via Getty Images/Future via Getty Images)

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Iron Maiden issues statement on late ex-singer Paul Di’Anno: “We are all deeply saddened”

Sharon Osbourne has placed her Los Angeles residence on the market for $17 million. Located in the exclusive Hancock Park neighborhood, the 1920s estate was originally purchased by Sharon and her late husband, Ozzy Osbourne, in 2015 for approximately $11.6 million. While the couple previously attempted to sell the property in 2022, they ultimately pulled it from the market to focus on Ozzy’s health challenges.

The 1929-designed mansion by architect A.K. Kellogg is a gated property featuring six bedrooms and nine bathrooms. Meticulously restored, the estate boasts high-end amenities including a chef’s kitchen, a wood-paneled library, a lower-level screening room, and a swimming pool with hand-laid mosaic tile. The listing follows Sharon’s previous public interest in returning to her native England, marking a significant transition for the family’s longtime California presence.

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Howard Jones is bringing an '80s-inspired celebration to North America this summer with his newly announced "Things Can Only Get Better" tour. The 21-date run, which Jones personally curated, will feature full sets from fellow UK legends Wang Chung, The English Beat, and Modern English. Hosted by SiriusXM's Richard Blade, the tour is envisioned as the first of an annual event aimed at bringing positivity and "banging pop anthems" to fans across the continent.

The tour kicks off on July 19 in Napa, California, and will hit major venues including the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, ACL Live in Austin, and Jones Beach Theater on Long Island before concluding in North York, Ontario, on August 23. Fans can expect a setlist packed with genre-defining hits like "What Is Love," "Dance Hall Days," "Save It For Later," and "I Melt With You." Jones expressed excitement about the lineup, noting his dream of curating a tour with his favorite bands to offer a "message of hope" and joy to audiences of all ages.

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The Mars Volta have announced a brief US tour for September 2026, promising a setlist that covers their entire career. Unlike their more focused runs in recent years, the upcoming outing will see the experimental rock act performing songs from across their extensive discography. The tour is set to kick off on September 8 in Ventura, California, and will include a homecoming show in El Paso, Texas, before concluding on September 20 at the Louder Than Life festival in Louisville, Kentucky.

The Mars Volta Tour Dates:
09/08 – Ventura, CA @ Majestic Ventura Theater
09/09 – Tucson, AZ @ LA Rosa
09/10 – El Paso, TX @ Abraham Chavez Theatre
09/12 – San Antonio, TX @ Alamodome ^
09/15 – Charlotte, NC @ Neighborhood Theatre
09/16 – Charleston, SC @ Charleston Music Hall
09/17 – Orlando, FL @ Hard Rock Live
09/18 – Jacksonville, FL @ FIVE
09/20 – Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life Festival

#TheMarsVolta #USTour2026 #ProgRock #CedricBixlerZavala #OmarRodriguezLopez

Kanye West has now been barred from entering the United Kingdom after his visa request was officially denied by the Home Office. A spokesperson for the department confirmed to the BBC that the decision was made because West’s presence "would not be conducive to the public good." The ruling effectively cancels his scheduled performance as the headliner for all three days of this summer’s Wireless Festival in London.
The denial follows intense pressure from UK officials, including Prime Minister Keir Starmer and London Mayor Sadiq Khan, as well as Jewish community leaders. The opposition stemmed from West's history of antisemitic rhetoric, which includes selling swastika-emblazoned merchandise and releasing a track titled "Heil Hitler" in 2025. Despite a public apology published in The Wall Street Journal earlier this year and promoter Melvin Benn’s recent call for "forgiveness," the British government has opted to prevent the rapper from taking the stage at Finsbury Park.

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Billy Idol has announced the next leg of his global tour, titled "It’s A Nice Day To… Tour Again!" Produced by Live Nation, the summer run of arenas and amphitheaters will kick off on August 7 at The Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The tour also includes a week-long residency at Las Vegas' Fontainebleau titled "Hot In The City: Las Vegas," running from August 28 through September 5.

The tour announcement follows the success of Idol's first full-length album of new music in over a decade, Dream Into It, which debuted at No. 7 on the U.S. Top Albums Chart. The record features contributions from longtime collaborator Steve Stevens, as well as guest appearances by Joan Jett and Alison Mosshart. Fans can also catch the new feature-length documentary, Billy Idol Should Be Dead, currently streaming on Hulu. Tickets for the new tour dates go on sale to the general public this Friday, April 10, at noon local time.

#BillyIdol #SteveStevens #ItsANiceDayToTourAgain #DreamIntoIt #LasVegasResidency

Chad Gray has opened up about the emotional weight of rehearsing Hellyeah material for his upcoming "30 Years Of Madness" solo tour. In a new interview with The David Ellefson Show, Gray admitted that revisiting the songs has been "really weird," as he hasn't touched the tracks in the seven years since the passing of legendary drummer Vinnie Paul Abbott. Gray described the process as a "big ball of emotions," particularly remembering the moments spent penning and recording the songs with his late bandmate.

The decision to launch his first-ever solo shows came after Mudvayne management suggested taking 2026 off from touring. Gray, who described himself as a "worker bee," refused to sit at home, opting instead to celebrate his 30-year career across 12 albums. The solo tour, which kicks off April 24 in Las Vegas, will feature a backing band including Hellyeah guitarist Christian Brady and Mudvayne touring guitarist Marcus Raffety. For Gray, the shows are about maintaining Vinnie Paul’s legacy and serving Hellyeah fans who have been without the music since the band became inactive in 2020.

#ChadGray #Hellyeah #Mudvayne #VinniePaul #30YearsOfMadness

Sleep Token has reached a major chart milestone, as their hit single "Caramel" officially marks one full year on the Billboard Hot Hard Rock Songs chart. The track, which has become a staple of rock radio and streaming playlists since its debut, has maintained its position for 52 consecutive weeks, underscoring the enduring appeal of the anonymous collective led by the enigmatic Vessel.

The achievement follows a historic run for the band, whose blend of atmospheric metal, pop sensibilities, and soul has redefined the boundaries of the genre. "Caramel" has remained a fan favorite throughout their extensive 2025 and 2026 touring cycles, frequently serving as a highlight of their ritualistic live performances. As the band continues to dominate the digital landscape, this year-long residency on the Billboard charts cements Sleep Token as one of the most significant forces in modern heavy music.

#SleepToken #Caramel #Billboard #HotHardRockSongs #Vessel

On this day in 1993, Tool released their debut studio album, Undertow. Dropping at the absolute height of the grunge movement, the record provided a dark, progressive alternative to the Seattle sound, effectively shaking up the rock and metal landscape. Driven by the primal rhythms of Danny Carey, the churning bass of Paul D'Amour, Adam Jones’ haunting riffs, and Maynard James Keenan’s visceral vocal delivery, the album established Tool as a singular force in modern music.

Beyond the audio, Undertow is remembered for its groundbreaking visual identity. The music videos for "Sober" and "Prison Sex"—directed by Jones—utilized disturbing stop-motion animation and surrealist imagery that became staples of MTV’s late-night rotation. The album’s commercial success was equally massive; it was certified Double Platinum by the RIAA in 2001 and eventually reached 3x Platinum status, selling over three million copies in the U.S. alone. Thirty-three years later, Undertow remains the foundation of one of the most fiercely dedicated fanbases in music history.

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Polyphia guitarist Tim Henson embraced the holiday spirit this past weekend, sharing a video of himself performing the hymn "He Is Risen" while demonstrating his new slide guitar skills. Henson, known for his intricate hybrid-picking and percussive playing style, credited fellow guitarist Stanly Bactian for teaching him the technique. Taking to social media, Henson noted that he is still early in his slide guitar journey but expressed hope that he can find "cool ways to implement it" into his future playing.

Bactian, who mentored Henson on the technique, is a noted slide virtuoso who recently partnered with Tosin Abasi’s Abasi Concepts line of instruments. This latest exploration of new sounds follows a busy year for Henson, who released his debut solo track "Original Sin" in January and recently unveiled a deluxe vinyl box set for Polyphia’s Remember That You Will Die. As one of the most influential modern guitarists, Henson's foray into slide guitar suggests even more sonic experimentation may be on the horizon for the band's next project.

#Polyphia #TimHenson #HeIsRisen #SlideGuitar #StanlyBactian

The Strokes have announced that their seventh studio album, titled Reality Awaits, will arrive this summer. The news was confirmed via a cryptic teaser video shared on the band’s social media accounts, featuring a vintage car and the phrase, “In the flesh, it's even sexier.” This marks the band's first full-length project since 2020’s The New Abnormal.

The announcement coincides with the band's return to the live stage, including a surprise "underplay" show at The Warfield in San Francisco last weekend and a follow-up performance tonight at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. The Strokes are set for a massive festival run this year, with scheduled appearances at Coachella, Bonnaroo, Outside Lands, and Shaky Knees. While a specific release date for the album has not yet been provided, the summer arrival aligns wit their extensive touring schedule.
#TheStrokes #RealityAwaits #NewAlbum #TheStrokes2026 #RockNews

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