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U2 is marking its 50th anniversary, celebrating five decades since the Irish rock band came together in Dublin. Fans and music outlets are revisiting the group's journey from post-punk beginnings to global stadium success, with Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr. widely praised for their enduring partnership.
- 2Rod Stewart announces farewell tour, says he is not retiring●Rod Stewart announces farewell tour amid health issues: ‘I’m not retiring’
Rod Stewart has announced a farewell tour while stressing that he is not retiring from music. The announcement comes as the singer has faced health issues in recent years. Fans and entertainment media are discussing the news, debating whether the tour marks a true end to his live performances or simply a scaled-down final chapter for the veteran rock star.
- 3Rod Stewart announces final tour after heart procedure▼Rod Stewart confirms final tour after heart procedure and health scares
Rod Stewart has confirmed that his upcoming tour will be his last, citing a recent heart procedure and a series of health scares. The veteran British rock singer, known for decades of hits including 'Maggie May', is retiring from large-scale touring. Fans and commentators are reacting with tributes to his career and concern about his health.
- 4Rock icon to miss Hall of Fame induction amid cancer battle▼Rock icon’s cancer battle will keep her from Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction
A rock icon will not attend her Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction because she is battling cancer, according to reports. The news has prompted an outpouring of support from fans and fellow musicians, who are wishing her a full recovery while celebrating her long-awaited recognition by the Hall even in her absence.
- 5Thai Metal Teen Nene Royal Wins America's Got Talent▼Nene Royal, a Metal-Loving Teen from Thailand, Won 'America's Got Talent.' A Rock Album Is Next
Nene Royal, a teenager from Thailand known for her love of metal music, has won America's Got Talent. Following her victory, she says a rock album is next. The win marks a rare mainstream breakthrough for a young metal performer on a major US talent show, and fans are following news of her planned recording career.
- 6Rock supergroup to release first new album in 12 years●Rock supergroup releasing first new album in 12 years: ‘It would be a shame not to’
A rock supergroup is releasing its first new album in 12 years, with members saying of the reunion, 'It would be a shame not to.' The announcement marks the band's first collection of new material in over a decade and is drawing attention from fans of the individual musicians involved. Details about the album's title, tracklist and release date have not been widely reported yet.
- 7Midnight Oil drummer Rob Hirst dies at 70●Understanding midnight Oil Drummer Rob Hirst Dead at 70 https:// justpaste.in/movies/understand ing-midnight-oil-drummer
Rob Hirst, the drummer and founding member of Australian rock band Midnight Oil, is reported to have died at the age of 70. Hirst co-wrote many of the band's best-known songs and was known for his politically charged performances alongside frontman Peter Garrett. Fans and fellow musicians are sharing tributes and reflecting on the band's legacy in Australian music and activism.
- 8Rock music world reels from five deaths in one week▼Rock music world stunned by 5 deaths in a week. Here’s the latest
News outlets report that five figures from the rock music world have died within a single week, leaving fans and fellow musicians stunned. Coverage is compiling the latest tributes and reactions from across the rock community as details about the deaths continue to emerge.
- 9Todd Rundgren Says Taylor Swift Ruined Music▼Did Taylor Swift Ruin Music? Todd Rundgren Argues The Case
Veteran rocker and producer Todd Rundgren is arguing that Taylor Swift has had a damaging effect on music, prompting coverage under the headline 'Did Taylor Swift Ruin Music?'. His comments have been picked up by classic rock outlets, adding to the ongoing debate over Swift's dominance of the pop landscape and whether her success comes at the expense of artistic depth.
- 10BrooklynVegan Went From Indie Rock Blog to Ghost Site●BrooklynVegan Went From Indie Rock Blog to Ghost Site https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/27/style/brooklyn-vegan-indie-rock
BrooklynVegan, once a leading indie rock blog, has reportedly been hollowed out into a 'ghost site' under corporate ownership, according to a New York Times Style piece. The report examines how the once-vibrant music publication now operates with little original editorial output, becoming a symbol of the broader decline of independent music blogs.
- 11Stephen Wilson Jr. Joins Eddie Vedder for 'Hunger Strike' Duet▼Watch Stephen Wilson Jr. Sing ‘Hunger Strike’ With Eddie Vedder
Stephen Wilson Jr. performed 'Hunger Strike' alongside Eddie Vedder at a recent show, delivering the Temple of the Dog classic as a duet. Footage of the collaboration has been shared by Rolling Stone, drawing attention from fans of both artists. The pairing of the rising country singer-songwriter with the Pearl Jam frontman on the grunge-era staple is striking chatter across music circles.
- 12Eddie Vedder performs Hunger Strike duet with Stephen Wilson Jr.▼Eddie Vedder sings Hunger Strike with Stephen Wilson Jr. in the US — Rolling Stone
Eddie Vedder joined singer-songwriter Stephen Wilson Jr. on stage in the United States for a rendition of Hunger Strike, the Temple of the Dog classic, according to Rolling Stone. The pairing of the Pearl Jam frontman with the rising country-rock artist has drawn attention from fans of both acts.
- 13'90s Southern Rock Band Announces Winter Tour Behind First Album in 28 Years▼’90s Southern Rock Legends Announce Winter Tour Supporting ‘Magnolia Medicine,’ Their First Album in 28 Years
A Southern rock act that rose to prominence in the 1990s has announced a winter tour supporting 'Magnolia Medicine,' its first studio album in 28 years. The news has fans of the era's Southern rock scene discussing the long-awaited comeback and checking whether the band will play in their city.
- 14330 Musicians Perform Across Generations at Pestapora 2026●Sebanyak 330 musisi lintas generasi telah tampil di Pestapora 2026 Penyanyi Marcello Tahitoe bersama grup musik Dewa 19
Some 330 musicians from across generations have performed at Pestapora 2026, the music festival held at JIExpo Kemayoran in Jakarta. Among the acts was singer Marcello Tahitoe performing with the veteran rock band Dewa 19, a pairing that highlighted the festival's mix of established and younger artists. The event continues to position itself as one of Indonesia's major music gatherings, drawing broad attention from fans nationwide.