On this day in 1970: Paul McCartney filed a suit against the rest of The Beatles to dissolve their partnership. According to the court documents, McCartney’s main reason for wanting to legally break up the group stemmed from the decision taken by the others to to appoint Rolling Stones manager Allan Klein as their manager. McCartney didn’t trust Klein and had wanted his new in-laws, Lee and John Eastman, to look after their affairs. The suit took more than four years of court hearings, with the group officially disbanding in January 1975.
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Joe Walsh Raises Big Bucks For VetsAid With ‘Life’s Been Good’ Auction
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Rock legend Joe Walsh raised a significant sum for veterans through a landmark auction of his personal music memorabilia, turning decades of rock history into meaningful support for charitable causes.
Julien’s Auctions hosted “Life’s Been Good: Joe Walsh” on December 16-17 in Los Angeles at the iconic Troubadour. The event drew global attention from fans and collectors across more than 22 countries.
The auction featured a remarkable collection of Walsh’s personal guitars, instruments, vehicles, stage wardrobe, and rare rock ephemera from his 50-year career, with several headline lots far exceeding expectations.
Among the top sellers was Walsh’s 2007 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, which sold for a whopping $102,400. Meanwhile, an ARP 2500 Synthesizer with Barnstorm Wing Cabinet and Les Paul’s 1955 Steinway Model B Grand Piano each got $57,600. A Bad Company-signed Squier Electric Guitar received $32,000, and a Stage Played Epiphone Zakk Wylde Les Paul Custom Bullseye fetched $22,400.
All proceeds will benefit VetsAid, the nonprofit Walsh founded in 2017 to support national and regional organizations assisting U.S. veterans and their families.
“Life’s been good for Joe Walsh, whose music has shaped decades of rock history,” said Julien’s co-founder and executive director Martin Nolan. “This historic auction was a true celebration of that journey—and a powerful way to give back.”
Source: RTT Music News
On this day in 2012 – Brian May named PETA UK’s Person of the Year
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On this day in 2012 – Brian May was named animal welfare charity PETA UK’s Person of the Year for his efforts to help stop the culling of badgers. The guitarist’s group Save Me formed Team Badger alongside PETA and various other animal welfare groups.
On this day in 2010 – Bon Jovi is the highest earning touring act of the year
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On this day in 2010 – Pollstar reported that Bon Jovi were the highest earning touring act of the year, taking in over $200 million (£130.7m). Australian rockers AC/DC landed at number two for the second year in a row, with tickets sales from their recent trek totaling $177m (£115m). U2 which was the top worldwide act in 2009, came in at third place, with ticket sales totaling $160.9m (£104.6m). Lady Gaga followed in fourth place, with Metallica at number five.
Pink Floyd Share Official ‘Wish You Were Here’ Video 50 Years After Song’s Release
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Rock legends Pink Floyd recently shared an official music video for “Wish You Were Here,” 50 years after the song’s release.
The classic 1975 record was reissued with new digital and physical editions for its 50th anniversary earlier this month. The band has now shared a music video for the title track.
“Wish You Were Here” was released as the title track of Pink Floyd’s 1975 album of the same name. Guitarist/vocalist David Gilmour and bassist/vocalist Roger Waters collaborated in writing the music, with Gilmour singing lead vocals. “Wish You Were Here” was recorded at Abbey Road Studios, as part of the sessions for the entire album.
The video opens with a clip of the moon, before a string of disorientating images begin to flash on the screen, including sperm racing toward an egg, an eye filled with flames, and lights zipping through darkness.
The video also features footage of the band in the studio and running through a subway station.
Source: RTT Music News
Brian May Shares Previously Unreleased Queen Song ‘Not For Sale (Polar Bear)’
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Queen guitarist Brian May has shared an unreleased holiday song recorded in 1974, titled “Not for Sale (Polar Bear).”
The track was originally recorded for Queen II, the second album by the iconic band, but was ultimately cut from the final track listing.
“People might possibly have heard a bootleg version of ‘Not for Sale (Polar Bear)’ by Smile. It’s a song that goes back a very long way, but to my knowledge no one has ever heard this version,” May said during a show on Planet Rock.
The song received its first radio play on Planet Rock on Monday, December 22, and will also appear on the upcoming reissue of Queen II, due out in 2026.
May added, “It’s a work in progress and will appear on the forthcoming rebuild of the Queen II album—coming next year—but I’m sneaking this into my Planet Rock special because I’m fascinated to know what people think about it. I hope people have a wonderful Christmas and a great New Year!”
Source: RTT Music News
On this day in 1979 – The Kampuchea Concerts Kick Off in London
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On this day in 1979 – The first night of a series of concerts were held at The Hammersmith Odeon in London for the People of Kampuchea, featuring Queen, The Clash, The Pretenders, The Who, Elvis Costello, Wings, and many more artists. The events which were organised by Paul McCartney and Kurt Waldheim were aimed to raise money for the victims of war-torn Cambodia.
Billy Joel Carnegie Hall Tribute Concert To Feature Star-Studded Lineup
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A star-studded line-up has been unveiled for a Billy Joel tribute concert at Carnegie Hall.
A wide range of artists from the pop-rock, folk and country genres will be performing at Carnegie Hall in New York City on March 12, 2026.
The line up includes Mary Chapin Carpenter, Gavin DeGraw, Bettye LaVette, Pat Monahan of Train, Matt Nathanson, Joy Oladokun, O.A.R.’s Marc Roberge, Rob Thomas of Matchbox 20, The War and Treaty, Tanya Tucker, Rufus Wainwright and Billy Joel’s daughter Alexa Ray Joel. More artists will be added to the list soon.
Although Billy Joel, 76, is not performing at the concert, next year’s House Band will be his own backing band, consisting of Musical Director/Bandleader David Rosenthal, Mark Rivera, Crystal Taliefero, Carl Fischer, Tommy Byrnes, Andy Cichon, Chuck Burgi and Mike DelGuidice.
The 2026 edition of the annual Carnegie Hall Tribute Series, titled “The Music of Billy Joel,” is promoted by Michael Dorf.
All proceeds from ticket sales will benefit music education for underserved youth programs in New York City and beyond.
General admission tickets for the concert are already sold out. More information on VIP tickets is available here.
Source: RTT Music News
On this day in 1976 – The Eagles ‘Hotel California’ album Begins its’ reign at Number One
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On this day in 1976 – The Eagles sixth album, Hotel California spent the first of eight non-consecutive weeks at the top of the Billboard chart. The band’s first LP with Joe Walsh and last with bassist Randy Meisner which has now sold over 34 million copies worldwide. Some of the album was recorded at Criteria Studios, Miami. While the band were recording Black Sabbath were recording Technical Ecstasy in an adjacent studio and The Eagles were forced to stop recording on numerous occasions because Black Sabbath were too loud and the sound was coming through the wall.
H & S FEED & COUNTRY STORE PET OF THE WEEK: ADELAIDE
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This week’s H&S Feed and Country Store Pet of the Week is “Adelaide”, a lovely grey tabby who has been at the shelter since September. Adelaide is a mellow gal who loves attention and gets along great with adults and kids, as well as other pets.
Adelaide is fully vaccinated, vetted, spayed and microchipped and ready to go!
And since Adelaide is the Pet of the Week, her adoption fee is only $30 this week!
If you’d like to set up an appointment to meet Adelaide or any of the pets at Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter, visit https://www.stephenmemorial.org/ and fill out an adoption application.
Check out our visit about Adelaide with Izzy from Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter here:
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