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Bruce Dickinson Dismisses Trump's 'Lake America' Gaffe at Iron Maiden's Toronto Kickoff
Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson mocked Donald Trump’s 'Lake America' stunt during the band's Run For Your Lives Tour opener in Toronto, quipping about crossing Lake Ontario and the Gulf of Mexico to thumb his nose at the president’s map gambit as fans applauded.
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Glenn Hughes, the former Deep Purple singer/bassist, has announced he will retire from live performances on medical advice due to health issues and the need for open-heart surgery; his final show was with the Kings Of Chaos supergroup in California.
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Rumors from TMZ claim Sid Wilson has been fired from Slipknot, but neither the band nor Wilson have confirmed the departure. Guitarist Jim Root teased the situation on Instagram Stories, fueling speculation; if true, only four original members would remain in Slipknot.
NYHC Frontman Lou Koller Dies at 59 After Cancer Battle
Lou Koller, frontman of New York hardcore legends Sick Of It All, has died at 59 following a battle with oesophageal cancer that was first diagnosed in 2024. The band announced his passing and highlighted his camaraderie and energy, noting he had been cancer-free in May 2025 before the disease returned in September. A GoFundMe raised over $200,000 for treatment as Sick Of It All—formed in 1986 by Koller and his brother Pete—prepared for their 40th anniversary and paid tribute to his impact on the band and the NYHC scene.
Bill Ward vows to keep drumming despite wheelchair
Bill Ward, Black Sabbath’s original drummer, posted on Facebook that he now uses a wheelchair in airports and at public events but says he’s still a drummer with no plans to retire, insisting he can still play at 78; Sabbath eventually retired in 2025 after a farewell show.
Anika Nilles's Rush LA Return: Two Defining Moments
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Robinson calls out USA chant during Black Crowes Tampa show
Black Crowes frontman Chris Robinson publicly scolded fans in Tampa after a “U.S.A.! U.S.A!” chant, quipping it was a geography lesson and telling booing supporters they’re not ignorant. The moment occurred as the band prepared to play She Talks to Angels, with some fans leaving and others defending nationalist chants.
Rolling Stones unveil Foreign Tongues, a star-studded, fast-tracked 14-track album
The Rolling Stones have announced Foreign Tongues, their 25th album produced by Andrew Watt, featuring Paul McCartney, Robert Smith and Steve Winwood. Recorded in under a month at Metropolis Studios in London, it's a 14-track set due July 10 via Polydor/Universal and includes the first single In The Stars.
Motörhead’s Phil Campbell dies at 64, leaving a lasting rock legacy
Former Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell died at 64 after a long battle following a complex major operation. Campbell joined Motörhead in 1984 and played on 16 studio albums, later becoming the band's sole guitarist after Würzel left in 1995. After Lemmy’s passing, he formed Phil Campbell And The Bastard Sons, releasing material including 2023’s Kings Of The Abyss and his 2019 solo Old Lions Still Roar. Tributes poured in from Mikkey Dee, Doro Pesch and others, celebrating his enduring influence on rock and his family’s ongoing musical legacy.
BRITs honor Ozzy Osbourne with star-studded posthumous tribute
The BRIT Awards celebrated Ozzy Osbourne with a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award at Manchester's Co-op Live, followed by a performance from his solo band featuring Robbie Williams and guitarists; Sharon Osbourne delivered an emotional speech honoring his legacy.
Melania Doc soundtrack drama: Guns N’ Roses split, Prince blocks
Producers of the Melania Trump documentary named artists who refused clearance for the film’s soundtrack, including Guns N’ Roses (one member approved, another declined due to political differences), Prince (estate blocked a track), and Jonny Greenwood’s Phantom Thread score (blocked after lack of consultation). Mick Jagger reportedly approved The Rolling Stones’ Gimme Shelter. The producer stresses the refusals were about personal politics, not the film’s stance, highlighting ongoing clearance hurdles.