Music Industry News - Page 51

July 7

Matt Cameron exits Pearl Jam after 27 years behind the drums

Matt Cameron announces departure from Pearl Jam after 27 years as drummer, with band members expressing gratitude for his contributions to live shows and studio recordings.

July 7

Former Guns N' Roses manager exposes unbridled chaos of 'the most dangerous band in the world'

Alan Niven details what it was like managing Guns N' Roses and looking after Slash and Axl Rose during the '80s in his new book, "Sound N' Fury: Rock N' Roll Stories."

July 6

Ozzy Osbourne performs final concert with Black Sabbath bandmates and more legendary artists

On Saturday, Ozzy Osbourne performed his final show with his Black Sabbath bandmates at his “Back To The Beginning" farewell concert in Birmingham, England.

July 6

Christian, 'tradpop' music making 'a comeback' as conservative ideals become more popular, report says

Christian and traditional pop music has reigned this summer in contrast to 2024's "brat summer" trend, indicating a political and cultural shift, a new report says.

July 6

Lynyrd Skynyrd members share late guitarist Gary Rossington's wish for the band

Johnny Van Zant shares Gary Rossington's request for Lynyrd Skynyrd to continue after his death as the band releases a live album of his last performance.

July 5

Kelly Clarkson postpones Las Vegas residency hours before opening night

Kelly Clarkson's highly anticipated Las Vegas residency opening was postponed hours before showtime because the singer needs vocal rest after demanding preparations.

July 4

BBC deemed UK punk-rap duo 'high risk' before controversial anti-Israel performance

The BBC took accountability after Bob Vylan's controversial Glastonbury performance featuring "Death to the IDF" chants, resulting in staff reassignments and revised broadcast policies.

July 4

Lee Greenwood says patriotic anthem 'God Bless the USA' is untouchable even in a woke era

Lee Greenwood reflects on his patriotic anthem "God Bless the USA," explaining how the 40-year-old song continues to resonate across generations, even in politically divided times.

July 4

Diddy insider Mark Geragos admits 'the only thing' that surprised him about the verdict

Sean "Diddy" Combs acquitted of racketeering and sex trafficking charges but found guilty on two lesser charges, with legal expert Mark Geragos calling the jury's decision right.

July 3

Diddy's dream team avoided 'disaster' with one key move, OJ Simpson attorney says

High-profile attorneys Teny Geragos and Marc Agnifilo, dubbed the "dream team," secured Sean "Diddy" Combs' acquittal on sex trafficking charges after a federal trial.