From Francis' Facebook Page: It is with overwhelming sadness and heavy hearts we share the news that our beloved Francis passed away yesterday after a private battle with cancer. He departed this world peacefully, surrounded by love.Our hearts are shattered. Throughout his fight with cancer, we stayed by his side, facing every challenge as a family - exactly the way he ... [read more]

RELEASING MARCH 6th 2026 ON EDSEL RECORDS AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER NOW https://rainbowband.lnk.to/templeoftheking RAINBOW - THE TEMPLE OF THE KING 1975 – 1976 is the most comprehensive collection of the opening phase of Rainbow’s career to date, and is the first in a series of anthology sets covering the career of legendary guitarist Ritchie Blackmore. The 9-CD set, ... [read more]

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74-year-old British-born rock legend David Coverdale, who named his band Whitesnake after his penis, has announced his retirement. David, who was also the lead singer of Deep Purple in the 1970s, confirmed his decision in a video message. He said: "Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, brothers and sisters of the 'snake, a special announcement for you. After 50 ... [read more]

  So sad! Ace Frehley has left us far too soon. He was a legend, and irreplaceable in Kiss, if you ask us. ... [read more]

BREAKING NEWS: Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson announce RUSH reunion and 2026 tour with new drummer. The 2026 headline tour, Fifty Something, in celebration of RUSH’s music, legacy, and the life of late drummer and lyricist Neil Peart, notably marks the first time Lee and Lifeson have toured together in eleven years since the finale of RUSH’s R40 Tour on August 1, 2015 at the ... [read more]

Here’s the latest on the Scorpions biopic Wind of Change: Production is now well underway in London, with filming currently taking place at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden and around the city. The cast brings both fresh faces and familiar talent to the story: • Alexander Dreymon portrays guitarist and founding member Rudolf Schenker • Ludwig Trepte plays iconic frontman ... [read more]

Mick Ralphs, the influential guitarist, songwriter, and co-founder of Bad Company and Mott The Hoople, has died at 81. Ralphs had been bedridden since suffering a debilitating stroke just days after what was to be his final performance with Bad Company on October 29, 2016, at London's O2 Arena. As chronicled by music journalist Eric Alper, Paul Rodgers of Free first met ... [read more]

Remembering Rick Derringer (August 5, 1947 – May 26, 2024) We’ve just learned that rock guitarist, singer, and producer Rick Derringer has passed away at the age of 77. Today, we remember a man whose guitar riffs lit up radios and arenas across five decades of rock history. Derringer first made waves as a teenager with The McCoys, whose 1965 hit “Hang On Sloopy” knocked the ... [read more]