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Scott Chase 1on1: Candice Night

Scott Chase 1on1: Candice Night

Candice is the lead vocalist / multi-instrumentalist for Blackmore’s Night, the traditional folk / “renaissance rock” project she formed with her husband- rock guitar legend, Ritchie BlackmoreMORE

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Heart Returns To The Stage Following Ann Wilson’s Cancer Treatment

Heart Returns To The Stage Following Ann Wilson’s Cancer Treatment

Heart made a triumphant return to the stage in Las Vegas on Friday (February 28), kicking off their 2025 Royal Flush Tour following singer Ann Wilson’s successful cancer treatment. Ann and her sister/bandmate, guitarist Nancy Wilson, took part in an interview with People just before their tour kickoff, and both musicians are optimistic that the…

R.E.M. Reunite Again, And Play “Pretty Persuasion” During Hometown Show In Athens

R.E.M. Reunite Again, And Play “Pretty Persuasion” During Hometown Show In Athens

On Thursday night (February 27), all four members of R.E.M. joined Michael Shannon and Jason Narducy’s R.E.M. cover band during their performance at the 40 Watt Club in Athens, Georgia. Michael Stipe, Peter Buck, Mike Mills, and Bill Berry all performed the Reckoning track, “Pretty Persuasion,” with Shannon and Narducy’s group. While that was the…

Joey Molland, Badfinger Guitarist, Dies At 77

Joey Molland, the guitarist and last surviving core member of the celebrated rock group Badfinger, has died at 77. According to the band’s official Facebook page, Molland passed away on Saturday (March 1), surrounded by his family. No official cause of death was given, though the musician had faced health issues including pneumonia in recent…