Classic Rock

RHCP’s Flea to release new solo album in 2026; listen to song ‘A Plea’ now

Tuesday, December 2 by Lakes Media Music News

Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea will release a new solo album in 2026.The currently-untitled record sees Flea, as a press release puts it, "returning to his first instrument and musical love, the trumpet."The first preview of the album, a seven-minute track called "A... Read More.

On This Day, Dec. 2, 2012: Led Zeppelin receives the Kennedy Center Honors in Washington, DC

Tuesday, December 2 by Lakes Media Music News

On This Day, Dec. 2, 2012 ...Rockers Led Zeppelin were celebrated as Kennedy Center Honorees at a ceremony held in Washington, D.C.Jack Black handled the intro, calling the band - made up of Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones and the late John... Read More.

Eric Clapton announces special show at royal family’s Sandringham estate

Monday, December 1 by Lakes Media Music News

Eric Clapton has added a special U.K. show to his 2026 schedule.The three-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is set to perform at the royal family's Sandringham estate in Norfolk, England, on Aug. 23. The show is billed as Clapton plus very special... Read More.

PETA asks Alice in Chains to change band name in support of circus elephant

Monday, December 1 by Lakes Media Music News

Alice in Chains has a song called "Rooster," but now the band is being asked to support a different kind of animal.PETA has shared a letter requesting that the grunge rockers temporarily change their name to Betty in Chains to raise awareness for a... Read More.

Ozzy Osbourne store selling anti-Roger Waters T-shirt

Monday, December 1 by Lakes Media Music News

If you're looking to communicate both your love for Ozzy Osbourne and your distaste for Roger Waters in the same T-shirt, do we have good news for you.The front of the shirt features the phrase "Ozzy Rules" printed over Rogers' name and artwork modeled... Read More.

Ozzy Osbourne’s chimpanzee paintings to go on display

Monday, December 1 by Lakes Media Music News

Ozzy Osbourne's charity paintings for the organization Save the Chimps are going up for display at the Spectrum Miami art fair. The paintings were created by the late Prince of Darkness and completed with brushstrokes from the chimp residents of the Save the Chimps... Read More.

On This Day, Dec. 1, 1944: The Doors drummer John Densmore is born

Monday, December 1 by Lakes Media Music News

On This Day, Dec. 1, 1944...John Paul Densmore, drummer of the rock band The Doors, was born in Los Angeles, California.Densmore co-founded The Doors in 1965 along with frontman Jim Morrison, guitarist Robby Kreiger and keyboardist Ray Manzarek. They released their self-titled debut in... Read More.

Aerosmith & Yungblud collaborative EP makes top-10 debut

Monday, December 1 by Lakes Media Music News

Aerosmith is back in the top 10.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers' EP with Yungblud, One More Time, debuted at #9 on the Billboard 200 Albums chart this week, moving 39,000 equivalent album units. Of that number, 37,000 were... Read More.

Son of Jackson Browne dies at age 52

Wednesday, November 26 by Lakes Media Music News

Singer/songwriter Jackson Browne's eldest son, Ethan Browne, has died, according to a statement posted on the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer's website."It is with deep sorrow that we share that on the morning of November 25, 2025, Ethan Browne,... Read More.

First & Grohl: Cleveland Browns announce Foo Fighters-themed activities for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame game

Wednesday, November 26 by Lakes Media Music News

The music of Foo Fighters will be celebrated during the Cleveland Browns' upcoming Rock & Roll Hall of Fame game. Huntington Bank Field's Dawg Pound Drive will feature a Foo-themed stage and branded drinks, and will feature a performance by a classic rock cover... Read More.

Paul McCartney releases video of ‘Live and Let Die’ performance

Wednesday, November 26 by Lakes Media Music News

Paul McCartney has released a new live video of a performance of "Live and Let Die," recorded during one of his two Got Back concerts at New Orleans' Smoothie King Center in October.The performance features pyrotechnics that shoot fire into... Read More.

James Taylor adds Ireland dates to UK/European tour

Wednesday, November 26 by Lakes Media Music News

James Taylor is set to return to Ireland in 2026.The "Fire and Rain" singer has announced two dates in Ireland, which will be his first shows there since September 2022.Taylor and his All Star Band are confirmed to play in Cork on July 10... Read More.