Category Archives: Classic Hits & Oldies News – ABC Audio

Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo to release children’s book, 'My Grandma and Grandpa Rock!'
SourcebooksPat Benatar and husband Neil Giraldo have announced a new non-musical collaboration. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers will release the new children’s picture boo...
Jill Lances Nov 21, 2024

Former Journey frontman Steve Perry releases video for 'The Season 3' song featuring his late fathe
Dark Horse RecordsFormer Journey frontman Steve Perry has shared a new video for the song “Call Me Irresponsible,” which features his late father, Ray Perry. “My ...
Jill Lances Nov 21, 2024

James Taylor to perform at 'National Christmas Tree Lighting' ceremony
Courtesy of CBSJames Taylor is helping ring in the Christmas season in Washington, D.C.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is one of the performers on the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony,...
Jill Lances Nov 21, 2024

Paul Simon won’t be playing 'You Can Call Me Al' anymore due to hearing loss
Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording AcademyPaul Simon has revealed that in the wake of his hearing loss he’ll no longer be playing one of his biggest hits.In an interview with CBS Morning...
Jill Lances Nov 21, 2024

Elton John wins his first Hollywood Music in Media Award
InterscopeElton John was one of the winners at the 2024 Hollywood Music in Media Awards, which took place Wednesday in Hollywood.The HMMAs recognize musical achievements in the movies in multiple cate...
Jill Lances Nov 21, 2024

On This Day, Nov. 21, 1991: Aerosmith became the first band to guest on 'The Simpsons'
On This Day, Nov. 21, 1991 ...Aerosmith made their debut on The Simpsons, becoming the first rock band to appear on the Fox animated series.The episode, Flaming Moe’s, revolved ar...
Jill Lances Nov 21, 2024

Early George Harrison guitar sets record at auction
ABCOne of George Harrison's early guitars sold for big bucks at Julien's Auctions' Played, Worn & Torn II auction, which took place Wednesday in Nashville.The legendary Beatle’s Re...
Jill Lances Nov 21, 2024

Dead & Company the subject of new coffee-table photo book
Rock Out Books/Retro Photo ArchiveA new book dedicated to Dead & Company is out just in time for the holidays.Dead & Company: Rainbow Full of Sound is a coffee-table book by famed rock photogr...
Jill Lances Nov 21, 2024

Elton John to perform on 'The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular'
Disney/Abigail NilssonAs usual, The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular has lined up some big-name guest stars for musical performances, and this year that includes Rock & Roll Hal...
Andrea Dresdale Nov 20, 2024

The Go-Go’s booked for Coachella
GoldenvoiceThe Go-Go’s are headed to Coachella next year.The annual festival in Indio, California, is taking place over two weekends, April 11-13 and April 18-20, with The Go-Go’s on the b...
Jill Lances Nov 20, 2024
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