The numbers are in, and the numbers don’t lie. Each year, Pollstar releases their annual rankings of the top-grossing touring shows/acts of the year. Rock acts had a strong year, nabbing 14 of the Top 50 slots. Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band‘s Wrecking Ball Tour topped the rockers, grossing just over $210 million and ranking...
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Anthrax Announce Departure of Lead Guitarist Rob Caggiano
With just under a month to go until the 55th Annual Grammy Awards, nominees Anthrax have announced that lead guitarist Rob Caggiano has left the band. The the specific reason(s) for the split are uncertain, however it seems to be on good terms. The remaining members of Anthrax released this statement today regarding Caggiano’s departure: “Rob has been an...
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Allman Brothers Band Announce Dates for Beacon Theatre in New York and More
The Allman Brothers Band have announced the dates for their 10-show stand at the historic Beacon Theatre in New York City. An annual tradition since 1989, the legendary southern rockers have played a residency every spring at the Beacon since then. The band will run from March 1 to March 16. “Yes, it’s that time,” laughs Gregg Allman. “The Beacon...
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Attack Attack! Change Line-Up in 2013, Release New Single
Metalcore giants Attack Attack! have recently announced a huge line-up chance that includes the departure of vocalist Caleb Shomo and founding member, bassist John Holgado. The band has already replaced Shomo and Holgado with vocalist Phil Druyor, formerly of I Am Abomination, and bassist Tyler Sapp. Back in December, Holgado announced via Instagram that he would be selling all of his basses...
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The Black Crowes Return to The Road in 2013 for World Tour
American rock favorites The Black Crowes have announced that they will be touring in 2013. The worldwide trek begins in late March in the UK, and continues through May in New Orleans, LA, with more dates to be announced in the coming weeks. It’s the band’s first tour in 2 years. The last time the band played...
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Metallica Confirms 2nd Annual Orion Music + More Festival – June 2013 in Detroit, MI
CONFIRMATION. It was announced today that heavy metal legends Metallica will be bringing back their Orion Music + More Festival for another round. The festival is set to invade Detroit, MI on June 8-9, 2013. The festival’s lineup and ticket information will be available in February 2013 . Metallica headlined both nights of their very first festival...