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Google’s Fitbit Air ($99.99) launches May 26 and preorder offers vary by retailer: Amazon includes a free silicone band (berry/blue/black; fog color not offered), Best Buy automatically adds a free silicone band (small/black), and Google Store gives $35 in store credit after shipping; the tracker supports iOS/Android for basic activity/sleep tracking, with optional Gemini AI coaching for $9.99/month.
Guitarist Mike Scott recalls Prince’s relentless, often punishing leadership—from fines for missteps to demanding precision—while also sharing moments of mentorship that helped him become a sharper, more arena-ready guitarist.
KATSEYE announced that Manon Bannerman will take a temporary hiatus from group activities to focus on her health and wellbeing, with the rest of the group continuing scheduled activities.
Phil X, a Canadian guitarist, joined Bon Jovi in 2013 after years of session work, replacing Richie Sambora. His journey involved quick learning, patience, and a series of temporary gigs, ultimately becoming a permanent member and contributing to the band's performances and recordings, all while maintaining his love for classic hits like 'Livin’ on a Prayer.'
Perry Bamonte, a longtime guitarist and keyboardist for The Cure, has died at age 65 after a short illness, leaving a significant legacy as a vital part of the band from 1990 to 2005 and rejoining in 2022. The band mourns his loss and remembers him as a creative and integral member.
Journey has announced its farewell tour, the 'Final Frontier Tour 2026,' set to begin in February 2026 with 60 dates across North America, marking the band's planned end of touring, although members have indicated they may tour into 2027. The tour serves as a farewell to their classic lineup, with tickets going on sale soon.
Win Butler and Régine Chassagne, members of the band Arcade Fire and married for 22 years, have announced their separation but will continue to work together in the band. The couple, who met in college and married in 2003, remain supportive of each other and their son, despite personal challenges and past allegations against Butler. The band continues its activities with no upcoming tour dates announced.
Sam Rivers, the bass player for Limp Bizkit, has died, with band members praising his talent and impact. The band did not disclose the cause or circumstances of his death, but Rivers had previously spoken about health issues related to heavy drinking. He left the band in 2015, had a liver transplant, and rejoined in 2018. Limp Bizkit is planning a tour in Central and South America.
Sam Rivers, the bassist and founding member of Limp Bizkit, has died at age 48. The band mourns his loss, praising his vital role and spirit. Rivers had previously left the band in 2015 due to health issues, including liver disease and a transplant, but rejoined in 2018. His cause of death remains undisclosed.
Sam Rivers, the bassist and founding member of Limp Bizkit, has died at age 48, with the band mourning his loss and praising his talent and presence.
Sam Rivers, the bassist for Limp Bizkit, has died at age 48, remembered as a vital part of the band and a legendary figure in music. He was praised for his magnetic presence and musical talent, contributing to the band's success over three decades. Rivers had previously left the band due to health issues but rejoined after a liver transplant. His death marks a significant loss for the music community.
Two Minnesota Supreme Court judges, Anne McKeig and Sarah Hennesy, formed an amateur band called The Reasonable Doubts as a lighthearted response after being found guilty of stress, highlighting their musical collaboration beyond their judicial duties.
Former Pearl Jam drummer Dave Abbruzzese, who played with the band from 1991 to 1994, has expressed that the chances of reuniting with the band are very slim due to deep-seated issues and lack of contact, despite his willingness to contribute musically. He reflects on his past with the band, his personal growth, and hopes for future reconciliation, but believes the 'water under the bridge' is too icy for a reunion at this point.
Two former drummers of the Bee Gees, Geoff Bridgford and Dennis Bryon, have passed away within days of each other. Bridgford, who played with the band in the early 1970s, and Bryon, who joined later in the decade, were both integral to the group's sound during their respective tenures. Their deaths mark a significant loss for the music community and fans of the iconic band.
Jon Bon Jovi revealed that he's not in contact with former bandmate Richie Sambora despite their participation in an upcoming documentary about Bon Jovi. Sambora left the band in 2013 due to personal and family issues, and Bon Jovi expressed difficulty in mourning the loss of a bandmate who couldn't keep up. The four-part documentary, "Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story," is set to premiere on Hulu in April, featuring interviews with both Bon Jovi and Sambora. Bon Jovi also discussed his recent vocal cord surgery and his hopes to tour next year, while emphasizing the importance of the documentary portraying the truth about the band's history.