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Rock History about Queen and Freddie Mercury, Kiss and we wish a happy birthday to Dennis DeYoung

Rock History about Queen and Freddie Mercury, Kiss and we wish a happy birthday to Dennis DeYoung

February 18th, 1990 Freddie Mercury makes his final public appearance with Queen, 1974 Kiss release their debut album and we say happy birthday to Dennis DeYoung.

By Joe RockFebruary 18, 2026 at 7:30 am EST

'Rolling Stone' pays tribute to Grateful Dead’s Bob Weir with special issue

'Rolling Stone' pays tribute to Grateful Dead’s Bob Weir with special issue

By Jill LancesFebruary 18, 2026 at 6:00 am EST

Billy Idol documentary 'Billy Idol Should Be Dead' sets theatrical release

Billy Idol documentary 'Billy Idol Should Be Dead' sets theatrical release

By Jill LancesFebruary 17, 2026 at 6:00 pm EST

Metallica among honorees for 2026 Red Cross Gala in SF

Metallica among honorees for 2026 Red Cross Gala in SF

By Josh JohnsonFebruary 17, 2026 at 5:30 pm EST

Iron Maiden reveals details of 50th anniversary celebration, Eddfest

Iron Maiden reveals details of 50th anniversary celebration, Eddfest

By Jill LancesFebruary 17, 2026 at 5:00 pm EST

Pretenders frontwoman Chrissie Hynde pays tribute to ‘I’ll Stand By You’ co-writer Billy Steinberg

Pretenders frontwoman Chrissie Hynde pays tribute to ‘I’ll Stand By You’ co-writer Billy Steinberg

By Jill LancesFebruary 17, 2026 at 4:30 pm EST

Foo Fighters announce Australia & New Zealand tour

Foo Fighters announce Australia & New Zealand tour

By Josh JohnsonFebruary 17, 2026 at 4:00 pm EST

Scorpions announce dates for new Las Vegas residency

Scorpions announce dates for new Las Vegas residency

By Jill LancesFebruary 17, 2026 at 3:00 pm EST

The Who’s 'Tommy' to be rereleased in IMAX theaters

The Who’s 'Tommy' to be rereleased in IMAX theaters

By Jill LancesFebruary 17, 2026 at 2:25 pm EST

The Ultimate Tour Guide: Every classic rock tour happening in 2026

The Ultimate Tour Guide: Every classic rock tour happening in 2026

View our list of all the Classic Rock tours currently scheduled for 2026. Is your favorite artist hitting the road this year?

By Jimmy LarrabeeFebruary 17, 2026 at 2:03 pm EST

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band announce spring 2026 tour

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band announce spring 2026 tour

By Jill LancesFebruary 17, 2026 at 1:10 pm EST

R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe makes cameo on 'The Simpsons'

R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe makes cameo on 'The Simpsons'

By Jill LancesFebruary 17, 2026 at 12:00 pm EST

VOTE: What is your favorite Girl Scout Cookie flavor?

VOTE: What is your favorite Girl Scout Cookie flavor?

By Heather TaylorFebruary 17, 2026 at 11:13 am EST

Santana & The Doobie Brothers announce dates for the 2026 Oneness Tour

Santana & The Doobie Brothers announce dates for the 2026 Oneness Tour

By Jill LancesFebruary 17, 2026 at 11:00 am EST

On This Day, Feb. 17, 1973: Free play their final show ever

On This Day, Feb. 17, 1973: Free play their final show ever

By Jill LancesFebruary 17, 2026 at 10:30 am EST

Rock History about Motley Crue, Aerosmith, The Clash and happy birthday to Rickey Medlocke

Rock History about Motley Crue, Aerosmith, The Clash and happy birthday to Rickey Medlocke

February 17th, 2005 Motley Crue hit the road, 1990 Aerosmith appear on SNL, 1979 a first for The Clash and Happy Birthday to Rickey Medlocke of Lynyrd Skynyrd and Blackfoot.

By Joe RockFebruary 17, 2026 at 9:39 am EST

VOTE: Who is on your Mount Rushmore of U.S. Winter Olympians?

VOTE: Who is on your Mount Rushmore of U.S. Winter Olympians?

By Jimmy LarrabeeFebruary 17, 2026 at 9:00 am EST

Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp founder David Fishof reflects on 30th anniversary

Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp founder David Fishof reflects on 30th anniversary

By Jill LancesFebruary 17, 2026 at 6:00 am EST

RIP Robert Duvall

RIP Robert Duvall

A look back at some of the actor's most iconic roles.

February 16, 2026 at 1:52 pm EST

Why John McEnroe belongs in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Why John McEnroe belongs in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

By AaronFebruary 16, 2026 at 11:19 am EST

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