Classic Rock

Kirk Hammett’s Back to the Beginning guitar sells for over $76K

Wednesday, November 26 by Lakes Media Music News

The Gibson SG Custom guitar played by Metallica's Kirk Hammett during the massive Back to the Beginning concert has sold at auction for $76,800.The winning bid dramatically exceeded the estimated price of the guitar, which was set between $4,000 and... Read More.

Early demo of ‘Psycho Killer’ part of Talking Heads’ Record Store Day release

Wednesday, November 26 by Lakes Media Music News

An early demo of the Talking Heads' classic "Psycho Killer" is part of the band's Record Store Day Black Friday release, Tentative Decisions: Demos and Live, and drummer Chris Frantz is happy fans are getting to hear it.The song was recorded in the early... Read More.

The Rolling Stones pay tribute to Jimmy Cliff

Wednesday, November 26 by Lakes Media Music News

The Rolling Stones have paid tribute to Jamaican reggae legend Jimmy Cliff, who passed away Monday at the age of 81. Mick Jagger posted a black-and-white photo on social media of him and Cliff laughing together, writing, "So sad to... Read More.

Guns N’ Roses light up Los Angeles sky with drones to celebrate world tour announcement

Wednesday, November 26 by Lakes Media Music News

Guns N' Roses announced a new world tour on Monday, and they celebrated the news in a big way.The "Paradise City" rockers enlisted Sky Elements Drone Shows to stage a 500-drone display above Hollywood Forever Cemetery in Los Angeles Tuesday to draw attention to... Read More.

On This Day, Nov. 26, 1994: Eagles hit #1 with ‘Hell Freezes Over’

Wednesday, November 26 by Lakes Media Music News

On This Day, Nov. 26, 1994 ...The Eagles hit #1 on the Billboard 200 Albums chart with the live album Hell Freezes Over, the first record they released following a 14-year break.Band members Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Don Felder, Joe Walsh and Timothy B.... Read More.

Foo Fighters share hand-drawn picture of ’Amazon Music Live’ stage design

Tuesday, November 25 by Lakes Media Music News

During Foo Fighters' performance on Amazon Music Live in October, Dave Grohl and company performed in the round on the floor without any elevation. Now the Foos are giving an inside look at how the show came together.The "Everlong" rockers have shared hand-drawn pictures... Read More.

Watch Billy Corgan guess songs on ’Track Star’

Tuesday, November 25 by Lakes Media Music News

The Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan appears on the latest episode of the viral online show Track Star.On Track Star, host Jack Coyne asks guests to identify different songs as quickly as possible.The songs that Corgan is played include "Shout It Out Loud" by... Read More.

Dave Mason, Steve Hackett taking part in Sweet Relief Musicians Fund holiday auction

Tuesday, November 25 by Lakes Media Music News

Artists including Dave Mason and Steve Hackett are taking part in the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund holiday auction.Mason, former guitarist for Traffic, has donated a signed Fender Player II Stratocaster in red, while former Genesis guitarist Hackett has also signed a guitar for the... Read More.

Paul McCartney meets Sabrina Carpenter during Got Back tour

Tuesday, November 25 by Lakes Media Music News

Paul McCartney's Got Back tour has attracted some celebrity fans.The two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer shared photos on Instagram from recent tour stops in San Antonio, New Orleans, Atlanta and Nashville, with pop star Sabrina Carpenter making a... Read More.

‘Can’t Stop’ liking & subscribing: RHCP’s Flea launches YouTube channel

Tuesday, November 25 by Lakes Media Music News

Flea is finally ready to see what the fuss with this whole YouTube thing is all about.The Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist has launched his own channel on the video sharing platform. His first video is... Read More.

Joni Mitchell to be honored with Juno Lifetime Achievement Award

Tuesday, November 25 by Lakes Media Music News

Joni Mitchell is set to be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Juno Awards, happening March 29 at TD Coliseum in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.The 82-year-old singing legend is being celebrated for her "outstanding artistic contributions and enduring impact on global music... Read More.

Lindsey Buckingham teases new album

Tuesday, November 25 by Lakes Media Music News

Lindsey Buckingham fans can look forward to a new album that's on the way.The former Fleetwood Mac star revealed the news in a post on Instagram, which featured a video of him describing what inspired the record."This new album is... Read More.