Elton John has shared a new, 50th-anniversary reissue of his 1975 album, Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy.

The special reissue is available on multiple formats, including 2LP, 2CD, and 1LP, Live At Midsummer Music, Wembley Stadium 1975, which was the album’s live debut, as well as a booklet containing never-before-seen entries from Elton’s personal diary. All available to order now here.

This 50th anniversary edition suite contains the 2016 remaster of the original album, previously unreleased session demos, plus Elton’s live performance of tracks from the album, recorded during 2005 for the album’s 30th anniversary. It also includes a 28-page booklet, containing sleeve notes and Elton’s never-before-seen 1974 diary entries.

Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy, Elton’s ninth studio album, was released on May 23, 1975, by DJM Records in the U.K. and MCA Records in the U.S.

The album is an autobiographical account of the early musical careers of Elton (Captain Fantastic) and his long-term lyricist Bernie Taupin (the Brown Dirt Cowboy). An instant commercial success, the album was certified gold before its release, and reached No. 1 in its first week of release on the Billboard 200, the first album to achieve both honors. It sold 1.4 million copies in its first four days and remained at the top of the chart for 7 weeks.

Speaking on the album, Elton says, “Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy was the first album I’d ever made that was autobiographical, and it was the first time we’d gone into the studio with all the songs already written. We rehearsed it as a band, then went in and cut it more or less live. The band were at their absolute peak and you can hear it on the record. I think it’s the best thing we ever did.”

“The songs were strong, Bernie’s lyrics were brilliant, and the atmosphere at Caribou was perfect,” he adds. “Seeing it go to Number One faster than anything I’d ever released felt like vindication, like the culmination of everything Bernie and I had fought for back in those bedsits in London.”

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Beatles legend Ringo Starr’s first four solo albums have been reissued on vinyl.

Brand new limited-edition pressings of Sentimental Journey on Buttermilk Yellow color vinyl, Beaucoups of Blues on Baby Blue color vinyl, Ringo on Molten Lava color vinyl, and Goodnight Vienna on Psychedelic Waves custom color vinyl are available via Ringo’s official store.

“For decades, Ringo has shaped music and inspired audiences worldwide, revered for his artistry and for his mission to spread peace and love around the world,” said Bruce Resnikoff, President & CEO of UMe. “We are honored to be entrusted with preserving his body of work, from his early work to his solo albums throughout the years. These reissues highlight his depth, his creativity and his lasting cultural impact.”

Ringo introduced himself as a solo artist with Sentimental Journey, which originally arrived on March 27, 1970.

He tracked the follow-up Beaucoups Of Blues at Music City Recorders in Nashville alongside producer Peter Drake. Released on September 25, 1970, the 12-song body of work saw him embrace his passion for country and folk, delivering a benchmark solo offering in the process.

After dropping on November 2, 1973, his namesake album Ringo reached No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and went RIAA Platinum.

Finally, Ringo unveiled Goodnight Vienna on November 15, 1974, which saw him return to the Top 10 of the Billboard 200, and it reached RIAA Gold status.

Earlier this year, he shared his 21st album, a brand-new country music album, Look Up, produced and co-written by T Bone Burnett. Fittingly taking up where Beaucoups of Blues left off, the critically acclaimed, stunning collection features 11 original songs, recorded in Nashville and Los Angeles.

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Legendary rock band Bon Jovi have announced select 2026 tour dates, featuring stadium shows in the United States, the United Kingdom and Ireland.

The upcoming run of concerts marks the first tour by Bon Jovi since frontman Jon Bon Jovi underwent vocal surgery, which threatened to put an end to his career as a live performer.

The tour will kick off in July 2026 with four dates at Madison Square Garden in New York before heading to the U.K. and Ireland for Bon Jovi’s first shows there since 2019, including one at London’s Wembley Stadium.

Speaking to the announcement, Jon Bon Jovi says, “There is a lot of joy in this announcement – joy that we can share these nights together with our amazing fans and joy that the band can be together. I am lucky enough to be able to hold a light out to the audience each night and stand in their reflection for a tremendous collective experience – I get to stand in the WE of our concerts.”

“And I’ve spoken extensively on my gratitude but I will say it again, I’m deeply grateful that the fans and the brotherhood of this band have been patient and allowed me the time needed to get healthy and prepare for touring,” he adds. “I’m ready and excited!”

New York City fans can sign up now at bonjovi.com to access the artist presale, powered by Seated, which begins on Monday, October 27th at 10 am ET. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on-sale beginning on Friday, October 31st at 10 am ET at bonjovi.com.

Bon Jovi 2026 Forever Tour Dates:

July 7 – New York @ Madison Square Garden
July 9 – New York @ Madison Square Garden
July 12 – New York @ Madison Square Garden
July 14 – New York @ Madison Square Garden
Aug 28 – Edinburgh, UK @ Murrayfield Stadium
Aug 30 – Dublin, Ireland @ Croke Park
Sept 4 – London, UK @ Wembley Stadium

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Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and multi-Grammy award-winning rock musician Joe Walsh and country superstar Zac Brown are set to participate in the upcoming 28th season of the reality television show, “The Voice” as “Mega Mentors.”

Brown is set to mentor the contestants of the teams for Michael Buble and Snoop Dogg, while Walsh will mentor the contestants of the teams for Niall Horan and Reba McEntire. The remaining contestants will be mentored by the pair as they prepare for the Knockout round, which begins on Monday, October 27.

Each of the four celebrity coaches will have eight members going into this phase of the competition, with the coaches choosing the winner from their respective teams, who will proceed to the Playoffs, the final round before the live shows begin.

Viewers at home will then be able to vote for the four contestants that the coaches have selected. The season’s Knockouts round includes the mic drop button, which each coach can use on any of their team members whose performance truly impresses them.

The contestant with the most number of viewer votes will be honored with a performance at The Rose Parade Presented by Honda, scheduled for January 1, 2026.

“The Voice” airs on Mondays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC, with episodes available for streaming the following day on Peacock.

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Boz Scaggs has released a new studio album, Detour, the legendary guitarist and vocalist’s first new album in seven years.

Detour is Scaggs’ first record since 2018’s Out of the Blues. Available as a preview of the album is a reworking of Scaggs’ 1969 classic “I’ll Be Long Gone,” which originally appeared on his second studio album that year.

A vinyl edition of the album will also be arriving December 5, 2025. Detour is available to pre-order or stream here.

“I had no intention of making a record when I started singing these songs,” Scaggs said in a statement. “It was all very casual at first, just an opportunity to explore a style of music I’ve always liked, to get together with a friend and play for the sheer joy of it.”

Detour track listing:

1. It’s Raining
2. Angel Eyes
3. Once I Loved
4. The Very Thought of You
5. I’ll Be Long Gone
6. Detour Ahead
7. I Could Have Told You
8. The Meaning of the Blues
9. Tomorrow Night
10. Too Late Now
11. We’ll Be Together Again

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