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Rush has announced second shows in the newly added cities to the band’s 2026 Fifty Something comeback tour.

The itinerary now includes extra dates for stops in Philadelphia, Detroit, Boston, Denver, Seattle and Washington, D.C. The first shows in those cities were announced on Monday.

Registration is open now through Thursday at 11:59 p.m. ET for access to a Rush artist presale, which begins Oct. 27 at noon local time. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Oct. 31 at noon local time.

For the full list of dates and all ticket info, visit Rush.com.

Rush’s initial tour announcement, made on Oct. 6, consisted of multiple shows in seven cities. The full tour kicks off June 7 in Los Angeles and wraps Dec. 17 in Vancouver.

The Fifty Something tour will be the first time Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson have toured as Rush since the death of drummer Neil Peart in 2020. Playing drums on the tour will be Anika Nilles, who previously worked with the late Jeff Beck.

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Bon Jovi is going back on the road.

During a livestream for their album Forever (Legendary Edition), which drops Friday, the New Jersey rockers announced they’ll be returning to the road in 2026 on the Forever Tour, the band’s first trek since Jon Bon Jovi underwent vocal cord surgery in 2022.

The tour consists of seven shows: four nights at New York’s Madison Square Garden, July 7, 9, 12 and 14; Aug. 28 at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, Scotland; Aug. 30 at Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland; and Sept. 4 at London’s Wembley Stadium.

“There is a lot of joy in this announcement – joy that we can share these nights together with our amazing fans and joy that the band can be together,” Jon Bon Jovi said in a statement. “I am lucky enough to be able to hold a light out to the audience each night and stand in their reflection for a tremendous collective experience – I get to stand in the WE of our concerts.”

“And I’ve spoken extensively on my gratitude but I will say it again, I’m deeply grateful that the fans and the brotherhood of this band have been patient and allowed me the time needed to get healthy and prepare for touring,” he added. “I’m ready and excited!”

Registration is now open for a presale for the New York shows, which begins Monday at 10 a.m. ET. Tickets go on sale to the general public Oct. 31 at 10 a.m. ET.

For the U.K. and Ireland shows, fans who preorder Forever (Legendary Edition) on the Bon Jovi website will gain access to a presale that begins Tuesday at 9 a.m. local time, with tickets going on sale to the general public on Oct. 31 at 9 a.m. local time.

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Joe Walsh’s ninth annual VetsAid concert is coming to his hometown of Wichita, Kansas, this year, and he’s giving fans who can’t make it to the event a chance to enjoy it at home.

It was just announced that the concert, taking place Nov. 15 at INTRUST Bank Arena, will be available to stream live at Veeps.com.

This year’s VetsAid will feature full sets from Eagles touring member Vince Gill; Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen; and a “super-set” from Walsh, joined by Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks of the Tedeschi Trucks Band, Nathaniel Rateliff and other special guests.

“It’s been a long-term goal of mine since we began VetsAid nearly ten years ago to bring it all home to my native Wichita to serve Kansan veterans and their families,” Walsh says in a statement posted to his website in August. “It’s where my parents were both born and are buried, where I was born and where I will always feel a deep connection and sense of heritage and responsibility. … Wichita is the place to be this November 15th!”

Proceeds from the concert will go directly to veterans services charities. This year’s grant recipients include Wichita Police and Fire Foundation; Rosie’s Snuggle Bunnies Pet Therapy, Horses & Heroes, Inc; and the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation, Hire Heroes USA.

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Foo Fighters have announced the release of a new single called “Asking for a Friend.”

The track is set to premiere Thursday at 10 a.m. ET. You can presave it now and check out a clip via the Foos’ Instagram.

Dave Grohl and company previously teased “Asking for a Friend” in a post featuring a parrot perched in front of the Foos logo alongside the caption, “About to take flight…”

“Asking for a Friend” will mark the second new, original Foo Fighters track of 2025, following “Today’s Song.” The band’s most recent album is 2023’s But Here We Are.

In addition to new music, it seems that a Foo Fighters tour announcement might be in the works, judging by recent teasers from venues in Toronto and Detroit.

Foo Fighters made their live return in September following a tumultuous year, which included the Grohl infidelity scandal and the firing of drummer Josh Freese. The shows included a brief run of U.S. pop-up dates and a tour of Asia, which marked their first performances with new drummer Ilan Rubin, formerly of Nine Inch Nails.

Coming up, the Foos will play a pair of shows in Mexico in November.

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Stevie Nicks‘ first Barbie doll was so popular that Mattel is back with another one.

The original Stevie Barbie, inspired by her Fleetwood Mac-era Rumours look, was released in 2023 and quickly sold out. Mattel has now released a second doll, inspired by her 1981 solo debut, Bella Donna.

In an interview with People, Stevie says she was “pretty adamant” that her new Barbie would be inspired by her solo career.

“It’s almost like you almost kind of had to do that,” Stevie tells the mag. “I mean, of course, they didn’t have to do that for me, but I explained, ‘It’s like they go hand in hand, and then they blend in and out of each other for the rest of my life.’”

While Rumors-era Barbie was dressed all in black, Bella Donna Barbie, as Stevie calls her, dons a flowing white dress with white boots and a top hat.

Stevie says her Barbies are “a story of my whole musical life,” noting, “If I have a legacy, if I have ‘What do I leave behind that is sacred?’ I think that it’d be Barbie. Rumours and Bella Donna Barbie are a huge part of what I leave behind when I go on to the next planet.”

She adds, “I’d like to have every outfit that I’ve ever had made into a Barbie doll,” but says “these are the two best ones.”

Stevie says she brings her Barbies everywhere, even to the studio, explaining that she believes they’re “alive.” She also plans to publish a photo book of the dolls.

“I know it sounds like I’m a fanatic,” she says. “I’ve turned into a crazy lady, but I don’t care because it’s brought so much joy to me.”

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The animal rights organization PETA is asking Robert Plant to change his name, at least temporarily.

The organization has sent a letter to the Led Zeppelin rocker asking him to change his name to Robert Plant Wool, to help promote Plant Wool Month, which aims to raise awareness of animal-free and plastic-free yarns.

“With Plant Wool Month—celebrating natural, plant-derived, and animal-free yarns—starting 1 November, we wanted to share a quirky idea that would help both the planet and the animals we share it with: Will you change your name to ‘Robert Plant Wool’ for the month?” the letter reads. “This temporary tweak to your famous moniker would help highlight the impressive array of cruelty-free, sustainable plant wools and the innovative designers using them.”

“It would also let those stocking their winter wardrobes know that there are dozens of 100% animal- and plastic-free fibers to keep them cozy, without harming a hair on a sheep’s head,” it continues. 

The letter also makes reference to an iconic Led Zeppelin tune, noting, “While your song ‘Kashmir’ is rightly celebrated as a masterpiece, cashmere is a different story,” explaining that it comes from goats “who scream in pain as their fleece is ripped from their bodies.”

The org explains that it hopes the name change will help highlight plant wools like cotton, linen, hemp and others. “These wools are all soft and warm, and best of all, they are a simple but effective way to make a difference for animals every time we get dressed in the morning.”

So far there’s no word on whether Plant is open to the temporary name change.

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Phil Collins may have retired from touring, but his music is going on the road next year. 

The Phil Collins Story, described as a “docu-concert” and an “immersive musical journey,” will visit 50 North American cities in 2026, starting Feb. 11 in Niagara Falls, Ontario. The production features live musicians and state-of-the-art audio, projections and lighting. It will cover Phil’s entire career, from his time with Genesis through his solo career and his work with Disney on projects like Tarzan.

The project is written and staged by Dean Elliott, who created a similar production, The Simon & Garfunkel Story, which is currently touring the world. Dean says in a statement, “It is truly an honor to collaborate on a project celebrating the music of Phil Collins. His work continues to inspire global audiences, and we’re excited to bring that energy to the stage.”

Collins, whose final show with Genesis was in 2022, has dealt with a variety of health issues that prevent him from playing the drums. He was hospitalized last summer for knee surgery and was not able to join his bandmates in September for press appearances for the new 50th anniversary reissue of the Genesis album The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway, also due to health issues.

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Heart’s Nancy Wilson and Aerosmith‘s Joe Perry are the latest artists added to the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers join a growing list of performers and presenters for this year’s ceremony, including Fleetwood Mac‘s Mick Fleetwood, Nathaniel Rateliff, Alice In Chains’ Jerry Cantrell, Elton John, Beck, Iggy Pop, Red Hot Chili Peppers’ bassist Flea, The Pretty Reckless’ Taylor Momsen, Twenty One Pilots, Brandi Carlile and David Letterman.

This year’s inductees include Bad Company, Joe Cocker, Soundgarden, The White Stripes, Salt-N-Pepa, Chubby Checker and Outkast. In addition, Warren Zevon is being inducted in the Musical Influence category, while producer Thom Bell, guitarist Nicky Hopkins and bassist Carole Kaye will be inducted for Musical Excellence.

While the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame did not reveal who either performer will be honoring at this year’s festivities, Wilson does have a strong connection to Soundgarden. Both Nancy and sister Ann Wilson are longtime supporters of the Seattle music scene, and when Heart was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2012, Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell handled their induction. Cornell, who passed away in 2017, also joined Heart for a performance of “Barracuda,” which featured Seattle rockers Mike McCready, guitarist for Pearl Jam, and Cantrell.

The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be held Nov. 8 in Los Angeles and will stream live on Disney+ starting at 8 p.m. ET. ABC will also air a highlights special on Jan. 1, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET.

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Warren Haynes has announced details for his 33rd annual Christmas Jam, taking place Dec. 13 at ExploreAsheville.com Arena in the Gov’t Mule frontman’s hometown of Asheville, North Carolina.

The show will be headlined by Warren Haynes & Friends, with the lineup also including Stone Temple Pilots, MJ Lenderman & The Wind and Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country. The show will feature a special Christmas Jam tribute to Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh, featuring Haynes, Lesh’s son Grahame Lesh, Widespread Panic’s Jimmy Herring, John Molo and Jason Crosby, along with special guests.

There was no Christmas Jam in 2024 due to the devastating damage and destruction Asheville suffered from Hurricane Helene. Instead, Haynes and Dave Matthews Band put on the Soulshine benefit at New York’s Madison Square Garden.

“Every Christmas Jam is special, but this coming one, the first since Hurricane Helene devastated Asheville and the surrounding areas, has an added significance and importance,” Haynes says. “We will not only continue to raise money for Asheville Area Habitat For Humanity and Beloved Asheville, but with the help of all the attendees, we’ll also be supporting the local tourism and hospitality industry and small businesses who still need help.”

He adds, “We’re working on a few surprises to make this year’s Jam one to remember. I’m really looking forward to getting back home to Asheville!”

Tickets for Christmas Jam will first go on sale at the arena box office on Thursday at 10 a.m. to better serve the local community. A nationwide presale will then begin on Friday at 10 a.m. ET, with tickets going on sale to the general public on Oct. 28 at 10 a.m. ET.

Proceeds from the concert will benefit Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity and BeLoved Asheville.

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Is Bon Jovi getting ready to announce a tour? Well, that’s what some of their fans think, based on a tease they posted on Instagram.

The New Jersey rockers posted a photo of them taking a bow in front of a large concert audience, with the caption, “Tomorrow we’ve got something special for you (eyes emoji) Any guesses?”

That led to fans in the comments speculating that a tour announcement is coming.

“Bon Jovi 2026 Tour,” one person commented, while another added, “World Tour pleasssse.”

If Bon Jovi does announce a tour, it will be their first tour since 2022. Following that tour, frontman Jon Bon Jovi underwent vocal cord surgery and they haven’t toured since. His recovery was detailed in the band’s 2024 Hulu documentary, Thank You, Good Night: The Bon Jovi Story.

The tease comes as Bon Jovi is getting ready to release Forever (Legendary Edition) on Friday. The album has the band teaming with a whole host of artists to reimagine songs from their 2024 album, Forever.

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