Category Archives: Classic Hits & Oldies News – ABC Audio
John Lennon's angry letter to Paul McCartney up for bid in online auction
Jon Lennon and Paul McCartney in 1968; Don Paulsen/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty ImagesA mimeographed copy of an angry letter John Lennon wrote to Melody Maker in November 1971 responding to comments hi...
Aug 08, 2022
Singer, activist and 'Grease' star Olivia Newton-John dies at 73
Michael Tran/FilmMagicChart-topping singer, actress and activist Olivia Newton-John has died, according to a post on her Instagram page from her husband, John Easterling. She was 73. "Dame Olivia Newt...
Aug 08, 2022
It's official: Elton John teams up with Britney Spears for "Tiny Dancer" reworking "Hold Me Closer"
InterscopeElton John scored his biggest hit in years by teaming up with British pop star Dua Lipa for "Cold Heart," a reworking of four of his old songs. Now it appears that the rumors are true: Elton...
Aug 08, 2022
RHCP's Flea feels fans asking for photos "ruins having actual conversation": "It is a transaction"
Kieran Frost/RedfernsIf you even happen to meet Flea in real life, here's a piece of advice: don't ask to take a picture. The Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist shared his take on taking photos with fans i...
Aug 08, 2022
Roger Waters defends Russia's invasion of Ukraine in new interview
Justin Berl/Getty ImagesIn a new interview with CNN, Roger Waters discussed the provocative political messages featured in his current This Is Not a Drill Tour. While doing so, the ex-Pink Floyd singe...
Aug 08, 2022
Sting to appear on 'CMT Giants' tribute honoring Vince Gill; announces two special symphonic shows
Robin Little/RedfernsSting is among the many stars who will take part in an upcoming CMT special celebrating the career of country music great -- and current Eagles touring member -- Vince Gill. The 9...
Aug 08, 2022
Whitesnake cancels North American tour with Scorpions because of singer's ongoing health issues
Per Ole Hagen/RedfernsAfter canceling the last 11 dates of their 2022 European summer trek due to health problems affecting various band members, Whitesnake has now canceled the entire 2022 North Amer...
Aug 08, 2022
Judith Durham of The Seekers, Australian group best known for hit "Georgy Girl," dead at age 79
Judith Durham in 2015; Scott Barbour/Getty ImagesJudith Durham, longtime lead singer of the Australian pop-folk group The Seekers, died on Friday, August 5, at age 79 after a lengthy illness. Accordin...
Aug 06, 2022
Def Leppard's Rick Allen featured on wife Lauren Monroe's new song "Void of Course"
Courtesy of Lauren Monroe; Larry Marano/Getty ImagesDef Leppard drummer Rick Allen is featured on a new song by his wife, singer-songwriter Lauren Monroe. "Void of Course" was released Friday as...
Aug 05, 2022
Madonna teams up with rapper Saucy Santana for profane "Material Girl" remix
Warner RecordsMadonna is gearing up for the August 19 physical release of her compilation album Finally Enough Love: 50 Number Ones and celebrated its impending arrival with a new, profane twist ...
Aug 05, 2022