On this day in 2022 – Sir Rod Stewart filmed himself fixing potholes on a road near his home and complaining about the state of it. Videos on the 77-year-old singer’s Instagram account showed him shovelling gravel in Harlow, Essex, claiming “no-one can be bothered to do it”. In one, he said: “People are bashing their cars up. The other day, there was an ambulance with a burst tyre. My Ferrari can’t go through here at all.” Rod was seen dressed in a tracksuit and high-vis vest while singing and shovelling.
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Bon Jovi Biopic In Development At Universal Pictures
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Universal Pictures is working on a Bon Jovi biopic, and according to reports, Jon Bon Jovi is actively participating in the project and Universal will have access to the band’s music library.
The movie will trace the band’s formative years through their rise to superstardom.
Cody Brotter, who first got notice for his Black List script Drudge, has been assigned to write the script for the upcoming project.
Kevin J. Walsh, who produced The Instigators and the Oscar-winning Manchester by the Sea, and Gotham Chopra are producing the Bon Jovi biopic.
Chopra, who is a co-founder of Religion of Sports, directed the Hulu docuseries “Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story,” which profiled the band from its origins to Jon’s vocal struggles that plagued him during their 2022 tour.
Source: RTT Music News
On this day in 1969 – Paul McCartney marries Linda Eastman
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On this day in 1969 – Paul McCartney married Linda Eastman at Marylebone Register Office. They then held a reception lunch at The Ritz Hotel, Paul then went to Abbey Road studios in the evening to work. George Harrison and his wife Patti were arrested on the same day and charged with possession of 120 joints of marijuana.
John Fogerty Announces 2026 Tour Dates With Steve Winwood
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Grammy winning Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and Songwriters Hall of Famer John Fogerty will extend his Legacy Tour into 2026.
Fogerty has announced a string of dates with Steve Winwood, kicking off in Chicago in September, followed by stops in Boston, Atlantic City, Charlotte, Miami and more.
Tickets for the John Fogerty and Steve Winwood dates go on sale this Friday, March 13th at 10 an local. Presale begins on Tuesday, March 10th at 10 am local. For more tickets and all upcoming dates, visit johnfogerty.com.
The tour news arrives as Fogerty prepares to receive the Johnny Mercer Award, the Songwriters Hall of Fame’s highest honor, at the organization’s Induction and Awards Gala on June 11 in New York City. The award recognizes a body of work that has shaped American music for generations.
Within the past few months, Fogerty was inducted at the American Music Honors, presented with the BMI Troubadour Award, delivered fiery headline sets at JazzFest, Glastonbury, SXSW and The Hollywood Bowl, performed on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” performed an NPR Tiny Desk Concert, and marked his 80th birthday with sold-out shows at New York’s Beacon Theatre.
John Fogerty 2026 Tour Dates
March 14 – CDMX, Mexico – Festival Vive Latino 2026
March 18-21 – Las Vegas, NV – Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
June 26 – Lincoln, CA – Thunder Valley Casino Resort
September 3 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre*
September 5 – Canandaigua, NY – Constellation Brands – Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center*
September 6 – Lenox, MA – Tanglewood Music Center*
September 8 – Boston, MA – Leader Bank Pavilion*
September 9 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater*
September 11 – Atlantic City, NJ – Ocean Casino Resort*
September 12 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater*
September 13 – Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods Event Gallery*
September 15 – Vienna, VA – Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts – Filene Center*
September 16 – Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre*
September 18 – St. Augustine, FL – The Saint Augustine Amphitheatre*
September 19 – Clearwater, FL – Coachman Park – The BayCare Sound*
September 20 – Hollywood, FL – Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino*
October 2 – Thackerville, OK – WinStar World Casino & Resort – Lucas Oil Live
*With Steve Winwood
Source: RTT Music News
On this day in 1975 – 10cc’s ‘The Original Soundtrack’ album is released
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On this day in 1975 – The Original Soundtrack, the third album by 10cc was released. It featured the world wide, multi million selling single ‘I’m Not in Love’ notable for its innovative and distinctive backing track, composed mostly of the band’s multitracked vocals. The song was the band’s breakthrough hit worldwide, reaching No.1 in Ireland and Canada and No.2 in the US, as well as reaching the top ten in Australia, New Zealand and several European countries.
Boston Lead Singer Tommy DeCarlo Dead At 60
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Boston’s lead singer Tommy DeCarlo, who has been battling brain cancer, has died at the age of 60.
DeCarlo’s family confirmed the news of his death in a message posted on Facebook on Monday, saying, “It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our Dad, Tommy DeCarlo, on Monday, March 9th, 2026. After being diagnosed with brain cancer last September, he fought with incredible strength and courage right up until the very end.”
“During this difficult time, we kindly ask that friends and fans respect our family’s privacy as we grieve and support one another,” the family added.
DeCarlo, who joined Boston in 2007 after its original lead singer Brad Delp’s death, has served as the band’s lead or co-lead singer since then for every subsequent touring lineup.
DeCarlo, who was a fan of Boston since childhood, wrote and recorded an original song about Delp following his death as well as a couple of Boston covers.
Noticing it on DeCarlo’s MySpace page, Boston founding member Tom Scholz contacted him and recruited him to the band.
DeCarlo and his wife Annie are parents to two children – Talia and Tommy Jr.
Source: RTT Music News
On this day in 2009 – Paul McCartney Concert Sells Out in Seven Seconds
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On this day in 2009 – Tickets for a one-off gig by Sir Paul McCartney in Las Vegas sold out seven seconds after going on sale. The former Beatle was booked to perform at the opening of the New Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on 19 April 2009 in-front of 4,000 fans. Tickets cost $750 each.
The Who Announce ‘Live At Eden Project,’ Share First Single ‘Pinball Wizard’
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The Who have announced a live album, Live at Eden Project, and released the first single, “Pinball Wizard,” through earMUSIC.
Live at Eden Project, a live recording of the legendary band’s July 2023 performance at Cornwall’s iconic Eden Project, will hit stores on May 29.
Backed by the Heart of England Philharmonic Orchestra, The Who founding members Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey delivered a performance that fused classic rock intensity with orchestral grandeur.
Live at Eden Project presents one of the strongest and most focused setlists of The Who’s orchestral period. Alongside beloved anthems such as “Baba O’Riley” and “Pinball Wizard”, the album includes rarely performed gems like “Cry If You Want,” “Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere,” and “The Rock,” creating a career-spanning journey that balances hits, deep cuts, and orchestral showpieces with remarkable fluidity.
Live at Eden Project will be available as a 2CD Digipak, a limited 3LP Gatefold edition pressed on recycled vinyl with no plastic shrink wrap and packed in a separate paper wallet, a standard 3LP Gatefold, and across all major digital platforms.
“Pinball Wizard” is is available for streaming and download here, while Live at Eden Project is available to pre-order here.
Live at Eden Project Tracklist:
1. Overture
2. 1921
3. Amazing Journey
4. Sparks
5. The Acid Queen
6. Pinball Wizard
7. We’re Not Gonna Take It
8. Who Are You
9. Eminence Front
10. The Kids Are Alright
11. You Better You Bet
12. Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere
13. Substitute
14. I Can’t Explain
15. My Generation
16. Cry If You Want
17. Won’t Get Fooled Again
18. Behind Blue Eyes
19. The Real Me
20. I’m One
21. 5:15
22. The Rock
23. Love Reign O’er Me
24. Baba O’Riley
Source: RTT Music News
On this day in 1987 – U2 release ‘The Joshua Tree’
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On this day in 1987 – U2 released their fifth studio album The Joshua Tree which features the singles ‘Where The Streets Have No Name’, and ‘I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For’. The album became the fastest selling in UK history and the first album to sell over a million CDs, spending a total of 201 weeks on the UK chart. It topped the charts in over 20 countries and became U2’s first US No.1 album.
38 Special Share Video For ‘So Much So Right’
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38 Special recently released a video for “So Much So Right,” a song from Milestone, their first album in 20 years.
“38 Special songs have always been about the genuine emotions experienced by everyone,” frontman Don Barnes said. “They all have an element of truth in them that I think appeals on a universal level and proves why they have lasted through the years. ‘So Much So Right’ is unique. Every person remembers that heat of passion when they first met someone new and shared intimacy so strong that it could hardly be contained. Our take was simply to convey that overwhelming feeling of wanting and obsessing, longing for the opportunity to be together again.”
“The video itself was made in an interesting fashion. Nick Spanos was shooting behind-the-scenes scraps of video as well as concert footage. He took some risks in editing, kept it gritty like the song conveys … and with the final tinted, grainy look, he succeeded in portraying what real rock ‘n’ roll should feel like,” Barns said about the visual.
38 Special’s latest album features guests and co-writes with Train’s Pat Monahan and Randy Bachman, and longtime collaborator Jim Peterik. The record debuted in the Top 10 on both the Rock and Independent Album charts, and broke into the Top 30 of Billboard’s Current and Overall Album Sales charts.
Source: RTT Music News
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