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On This Day, June 9, 2016: Tom Petty, Elvis Costello inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame

Tuesday, June 9 by Lakes Media Music News

On This Day, June 9, 2016...Tom Petty and Elvis Costello were among the artists inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at a gala in New York City.Petty performed, backed by his band Mudcrutch, but bypassed his hit songs. Instead, he performed "Angel Dream"... Read More.

John Fogerty on being left off ‘The New York Times” greatest American living songwriters list: ‘It happens’

Tuesday, June 9 by Lakes Media Music News

John Fogerty is set to receive the Johnny Mercer Award, the Songwriters Hall of Fame's highest honor, on Thursday in New York City. And yet with a career that includes iconic tunes like "Proud Mary," "Bad Moon Rising," "Fortunate Son" and more, Fogerty was... Read More.

Steve Miller, Nile Rodgers and more to present or perform at Songwriters Hall of Fame gala

Monday, June 8 by Lakes Media Music News

Rocker Steve Miller and Chic's Nile Rodgers are among the artists confirmed as performers and/or presenters at the Songwriters Hall of Fame gala Thursday in New York City.Other performers/presenters include The Smashing Pumpkins' Billy Corgan, Goo Goo Dolls frontman John Rzeznik, Gavin DeGraw, actor... Read More.

Bob Dylan’s been digging deep into his catalog on new tour

Monday, June 8 by Lakes Media Music News

Bob Dylan launched the latest leg of his North American tour last week, and he's been adding some deep cuts to his set.During his Saturday show at Chateau St. Michelle Winery Amphitheatre in Woodinville, Washington, Dylan opened the show with a performance of "You... Read More.

Paul McCartney lands 22nd top-10 album with ‘The Boys of Dungeon Lane’

Monday, June 8 by Lakes Media Music News

Paul McCartney has another top-10 hit on his hands.The two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer's latest solo album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane, debuts at #5 on the Billboard 200 Albums chart this week.McCartney moved 63,000 equivalent album units to land at #5.... Read More.

On This Day, June 8, 1991: Bruce Springsteen married Patti Scialfa

Monday, June 8 by Lakes Media Music News

On This Day, June 8, 1991...Bruce Springsteen married E Street Band member Patti Scialfa in a private ceremony at their Los Angeles home.The couple started dating in 1988 during the Tunnel of Love tour while he was separated from his first wife, model Julianne... Read More.

Run for the hops: Be Iron Maiden’s ‘beer roadie’ on their US tour

Friday, June 5 by Lakes Media Music News

What could be cooler than being a roadie on Iron Maiden's Run for Your Lives tour? Maybe being a beer roadie on the tour.The Lagunitas Brewing Company, which makes Iron Maiden's line of signature beers, is offering fans the chance at an all-expenses-paid but... Read More.

Full version of Pink Floyd’s ‘Pigs on the Wing’ available digitally for the first time

Friday, June 5 by Lakes Media Music News

A rare Pink Floyd track has gotten its first-ever digital release.The full version of "Pigs on the Wing," which prior to this was only available on the eight-track release of 1977's Animals, is now available via digital outlets and on... Read More.

Paul McCartney’s ‘The Boys of Dungeon Lane’ debuts at #1 in the UK

Friday, June 5 by Lakes Media Music News

Paul McCartney is #1 in the U.K. yet again.The legendary Beatle's latest solo album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane, has debuted on top of the U.K. Official Chart."Guess what? Our album is Number 1! Can't get much higher. And we... Read More.

Stevie Nicks makes major donation to USC

Friday, June 5 by Lakes Media Music News

Stevie Nicks is honoring the doctor who helps keep her voice in tip-top shape.The singer has made a major donation to University of Southern California to help complete a $3 million fundraising goal for an endowed chair at the Keck School of Medicine at... Read More.

Josh Klinghoffer on the ‘slight disrespect’ of Red Hot Chili Peppers not playing music he made with them

Thursday, June 4 by Lakes Media Music News

Guitarist Josh Klinghoffer has shared his thoughts about the Red Hot Chili Peppers rarely playing songs from the albums he appeared on.Klinghoffer joined the Peppers in 2011, replacing John Frusciante, who took over on guitar in 1988 following the death of founding guitarist Hillel... Read More.

Metallica sets a new attendance record with M72 show in Bologna

Thursday, June 4 by Lakes Media Music News

Metallica has broken another attendance record.The band's concert Wednesday night at Stadio Renato Dall'Ara in Bologna, Italy, broke an attendance record with over 47,000 fans in attendance.According to Metallica's post on Instagram, it was actually the sixth record-breaking crowd on... Read More.

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