Classic Rock

On This Day, Aug. 19, 1967: The Beatles hit #1 with ‘All You Need Is Love’

Tuesday, August 19 by Lakes Media Music News

On This Day, Aug. 19, 1967 ...The Beatles landed another #1 single with 'All You Need Is Love," a non-album track that represented Britain in the TV program Our World, the first live global, multi-satellite TV show.When they signed on for Our World, The... Read More.

Ozzy Osbourne BBC doc premiere delayed due to ‘family’s wishes’

Tuesday, August 19 by Lakes Media Music News

The BBC has shared a statement regarding its decision to postpone the premiere of the new Ozzy Osbourne documentary, Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home.As previously reported, the BBC pulled the doc Monday, the same day it was set to debut. At the time, the BBC Read More.

Devo’s Mark Mothersbaugh has a backup plan if band doesn’t get into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Tuesday, August 19 by Lakes Media Music News

Devo has been nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame three times — in 2018, 2021 and 2022 — but has yet to be chosen for induction. But not being selected for the prestigious institution isn’t about to stop the band’s co-founder and lead vocalist Mark... Read More.

Mick Fleetwood makes special appearance at Maui Music and Food Experience

Monday, August 18 by Lakes Media Music News

Fleetwood Mac founder Mick Fleetwood made a special appearance Saturday night at the second annual Maui Music and Food Experience.The two-day event took place Friday and Saturday at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa in Hawaii, with Fleetwood turning up for a Jimi Hendrix tribute during a set... Read More.

David Lee Roth jokes he was visited by the ghost of Eddie Van Halen

Monday, August 18 by Lakes Media Music News

Back in April, former Van Halen frontman Sammy Hagar released the song "Encore, Thank You, Good Night," revealing that the tune was inspired by a dream he had about his late bandmate Eddie Van Halen. Well, now Van Halen’s other lead singer, David Lee Roth, has weighed in on it.Fan shot... Read More.

Ozzy Osbourne BBC doc premiere date postponed

Monday, August 18 by Lakes Media Music News

The premiere date for a BBC documentary on the late Ozzy Osbourne has been postponed.The film, titled Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home, was set to air Monday, but has been moved to an as-yet unannounced date. In a statement, the BBC says, "The... Read More.

John Fogerty talks forgiving his late brother and bandmate, Tom Fogerty

Monday, August 18 by Lakes Media Music News

John Fogerty and his bandmates in Creedence Clearwater Revival did not break up on the best of terms in the '70s. The acrimonious split resulted in a rift between John and his brother and bandmate, Tom Fogerty, which lasted until Tom’s death in 1990."We certainly were estranged," John tells People, noting... Read More.

Talking Heads team with Welcome Skateboards for new limited-edition collection

Friday, August 15 by Lakes Media Music News

The legendary Talking Heads have teamed up with Welcome Skateboards for a once in a lifetime collaboration.The skateboard company has just launched a limited-edition merch collection celebrating the band’s debut album, Talking Heads: 77. The line includes two graphic tees and a custom skateboard deck,... Read More.

Paul McCartney’s photography exhibit headed to Nashville’s Frist Art Gallery

Friday, August 15 by Lakes Media Music News

Paul McCartney’s photography exhibit is hitting another city this year.Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm is set to debut at Nashville’s Frist Art Museum on Nov. 6 and run through Jan. 26, 2026.Eyes of the Storm features more than 250 photographs taken by The Beatles legend between... Read More.

Eagles founding member Bernie Leadon announces first solo album in over 20 years

Friday, August 15 by Lakes Media Music News

Eagles founding member Bernie Leadon is set to release his first solo album in over two decades.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer will drop Too Late To Be Cool on Oct. 10, with all songs on the album written by Leadon and produced by Glyn Johns."I... Read More.

Ozzy Osbourne’s hometown soccer team announces tribute at season-opening game

Friday, August 15 by Lakes Media Music News

Ozzy Osbourne's hometown soccer team, Aston Villa of Birmingham, England, will be honoring the late Prince of Darkness during their upcoming opening game of the 2025-26 Premier League season.The game will take place Saturday at Aston Villa's home stadium of... Read More.

38 Special releases ‘Slightly Controversial’ new single, featuring Train

Friday, August 15 by Lakes Media Music News

38 Special is sharing another preview of their upcoming album, Milestone, due out Sept. 19.The band, best known for songs like "Hold on Loosely" and "Caught up in You," just dropped the new single, "Slightly Controversial," featuring a guest appearance by the... Read More.