President’s Day Special: When Presidents Meet Rock Stars
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President’s Day Special: When Presidents Meet Rock Stars

It doesn’t happen often but when Presidents meet Rock musicians it usually occurs when a musician is being recognized for career achievements (White House events/Kennedy Center Honors) or good works. A detailed count reveals that Barack Obama has met the most Rock stars than any other President (a complete list is at the bottom of…

Nirvana
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Today In Rock: February 16th, 1993 – Nirvana Receives International Honor

On this day… Nirvana won the Best International Newcomer category at the 13th annual BRIT Awards in London. Though the recognition was undoubtably appreciated, it appeared the BRIT Awards were a bit late to the party since Nirvana wasn’t exactly new… even in the U.K. “Nevermind,” Nirvana’s breakthrough album, dropped in ’91 with the band…

The Dead Daisies’ “Love That’ll Never Be” Is Out

The Dead Daisies’ “Love That’ll Never Be” Is Out

The Dead Daisies have released “Love That’ll Never Be.” Frontman John Corabi (pictured) and producer Marti Frederiksen started working on the track with a future Corabi solo record in mind but decided to throw it into the mix for the band’s recent seventh album, “Light ‘Em Up.” “‘Love That’ll Never Be’ is a bluesy ’70s rock ballad reminiscent of the Allman Brothers about…

Led Zeppelin

“Becoming Led Zeppelin” Is In IMAX Theaters

Led Zeppelin documentary “Becoming Led Zeppelin” is exclusively in 200 IMAX theatres. Directed by Bernard McMahon. the film employs cutting-edge technology to explore the group’s creative, musical, and personal origin story with never-before-seen revitalized archival footage, performances and music. “The film is told in Led Zeppelin’s own words and is the first officially sanctioned film on the group,” reads the…

Lacuna Coil Deliver “Sleepless Empire”

Lacuna Coil Deliver “Sleepless Empire”

Lacuna Coil have released their tenth studio album, “Sleepless Empire.” A featured track is “Oxygen.” “This song encapsulates the feeling of struggling to break free from what holds us down, when the journey is filled with difficulty,” offered singer Cristina Scabbia. “It’s a raw anthem of vulnerability, resilience, and the courage to face what seems insurmountable.” “Sleepless…

P.O.D. Present A New Version Of “I Won’t Bow Down”

P.O.D. Present A New Version Of “I Won’t Bow Down”

P.O.D. has revealed a new version of the hit single “I Won’t Bow Down.” It’s a collaboration with singer and guitarist Andrés Giménez (pictured) of the Metal band A.N.I.M.A.L. “I’m very happy to have received this wonderful invitation about making a new English/Spanish version. It’s really fantastic,” enthused Giménez.” “As we journey through life, certain songs emerge that resonate deeply with…

Avantasia Delivers Third Single From “Here Be Dragons”

Avantasia Delivers Third Single From “Here Be Dragons”

Tobias Sammet’s long-running Avantasia project will release its tenth studio album, “Here Be Dragons” on February 28th. The official music video for the set’s third single is “The Witch” featuring Kamelot vocalist Tommy Karevik. “It’s a beautiful track, powerful, anthemic, melodic and full of eerie little details,” Sammet commented. “I am extremely proud of the song and the whole album.”…

Dorothy Martin Hits The Road

Dorothy Martin Hits The Road

Dorothy Martin has announced a headlining 2025 tour. The announcement follows the premiere of her video for “Tombstone Town,” featuring Guns N’ Roses guitarist Slash. The video made its broadcast premiere on MTV Live, MTVU and MTV Biggest Pop, marking a Dorothy career milestone. “The song (Tombstone”) is an excerpt from my diary — born out of betrayal and heartache,” explained Dorothy. “The…

Saliva Brings The “Horizon”

Saliva Brings The “Horizon”

Saliva has released a music video for “Horizon” featuring Kevin Martin of Candlebox. The “Revelation: Retold” track honors the musical legacy of the band’s guitarist Wayne Swinny (pictured) with never-before-seen clips of the group’s late founder on stage and in the studio. “‘Horizon’ holds the deepest meaning for me on this record,” offered vocalist Bobby Amaru.  “Working with Wayne during the writing process was nothing short…