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Billy Idol launched his 2025 North American tour with Joan Jett and the Blackhearts on Wednesday (April 30th) at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre in Phoenix.

The outing, dubbed “It’s a Nice Day To…Tour Again!,” is running in two legs, with the first one scheduled through a May 23rd show in Toronto. A second leg will launch August 16th in Philadelphia, and wrap up September 25th in Los Angeles. Tickets to both legs are available here.

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Leading up to the tour, Idol told Heavy Consequence in an interview that being paired with Joan Jett is “a fantastic combination,” adding, “I just think it’s gonna be killer.”

At the tour kickoff, Idol played a 17-song set comprised of classics and tunes from his new album, Dream Into It, which was just released this past Friday (April 25th). The punk icon started the set with his recent single “Still Dancing,...

Billy Idol and Avril Lavigne performed their collaborative single “77” on Monday night (April 28th) on Jimmy Kimmel Live! The song appears on Idol’s new album, Dream Into It.

The TV performance comes just as Idol is set to kick off the first leg of his North American tour with Joan Jett and the Blackhearts. The spring outing launches Wednesday night (April 30th) in Phoenix, and runs through May 23rd in Toronto. A summer run will kick off August 14th in Chicago, with tickets to both legs available here.

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The Kimmel performance saw Idol and Lavigne both wearing black leather jackets as they traded verses on the pop-punk song. Idol’s longtime guitarist Steve Stevens got the spotlight with a solo around the 2:10 mark.

In Heavy Consequence’s recent interview with Idol, the rock legend discussed the song “77,” telling us, “I was just sort...

Neil Young and Stephen Stills joined forces Saturday night for the semi-annual Light Up the Blues charity show at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles. They shared the bill with Billy Idol and Steve Stevens, Cat Power, Nathaniel Rateliff, Rufus Wainwright, and Linda Perry to raise money for Autism Speaks.

Young performed a couple of songs at a Bernie Sanders/Aoc Fighting Oligarchy rally in L.A. a couple of weeks back, but this marked his first proper concert of the year. Taking the stage alongside his new band the...

Peter Criss will emerge from a long period of inactivity this year with the release of his first album since 2007’s One for All.

“I want to let the Kiss Army and all my rock fans know that my new ‘rock’ album will be coming out this fall,” Criss tells Rolling Stone. “I’ve got some really great players on it: Michael McLaughlin, John 5 on lead and rhythm guitar, Billy Sheehan, Piggy D [Matt Montgomery] on bass, and Paul Shaffer on B3 and piano. I am on vocals, drums and percussion.

Cyndi Lauper and Mariah Carey are your top choices to be inducted into the 2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The only two female artists on the final ballot received the most votes in our recent poll. Lauper led the field with 59.3 percent of support, followed by Carey with 54.6 percent. The actual inductees will be revealed this Sunday night during American Idol airing live on ABC.

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Here are the final results of our poll for the 14 artists on the 2025 ballot (seven of these will likely be chosen plus some committee selections not on the list below). As a reminder, here are some details about each finalist:

Cyndi Lauper (59.3 percent)

Eligible since 2009 (second time on ballot). Solo artist. Songs include "Time After Time," "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun," and "True Colors."

Mariah Carey (54.6 percent)

Eligible since 2016 (second time on ballot). Solo artist.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2025 inductees will be announced in late April. Who would be your top choices to be selected? Vote in our new poll below for seven of the 14 choices on this year's ballot.

As a reminder, here are some details about each finalist:

Bad Company

Eligible since 2000 (first time on ballot). Nominees are Boz Burrell, Simon Kirke, Mick Ralphs, Paul Rodgers. Songs include "Can't Get Enough," "Feel Like Makin' Love," and "Shooting Star."

The Black Crowes

Eligible since 2016 (first time on ballot). Nominees are Jeff Cease, Johnny Colt, Marc Ford, Steve Gorman, Eddie Harsch, Chris Robinson, Rich Robinson. Songs include "Hard to Handle," "She Talks to Angels," and "Jealous Again."

Mariah Carey

Eligible since 2016 (second time on ballot). Solo artist. Songs include "Vision of Love," "Emotions," and "Hero."

Chubby Checker

Eligible since 1986 (first time on ballot). Solo artist. Songs include "The Twist," "Limbo Rock," and "Let's Twist Again.

Shaking off a rock ‘n’ roll bad boy reputation isn’t easy—just ask Billy Idol. While he’s been clean and sober since 2010, his image as a rebellious icon lingers.

The “Dancing With Myself” singer’s had to wait nearly two decades for his shot at getting recognized at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame since he first became eligible in 2007, but at last, he finally earned his first nomination this year.

The nomination back in February was the first development in a busy 2025 for Idol so far. He released “Still Dancing” — his first single in three years — last month. At the end of April, he’s dropping Dream Into It, his first album in 11 years, which with any luck, will be punctuated with a Rock Hall acceptance as well.

“Well, that would be rather fantastic,” Idol tells The Hollywood Reporter in an interview via Zoom from his Los Angeles home,...

Billy Idol recently was nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for the first time ever, despite being eligible for roughly two decades. Even though he’s been overlooked in the past, the legendary rocker says it would be an “incredible honor” to be inducted as part of the Class of 2025.

The nomination comes at a busy time for Idol, who has a new album titled Dream Into It coming out on April 25th, and a North American tour with Joan Jett kicking off on April 30th (pick up tickets here).

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He’s nominated alongside such acts as The White Stripes, Soundgarden, Mariah Carey, Oasis, OutKast, Joy Division/New Order, Phish, and more, with the inductees expected to be revealed later this spring, followed by a ceremony in the fall.

Heavy Consequence recently caught up with the rock icon, who discussed his nomination, as...

Stephen Stills and Neil Young will perform together at L.A.’s Greek Theatre on April 26 for the biennial Autism Speaks fundraiser Light Up The Blues alongside special guests Linda Perry, Cat Power, Christina Applegate, Chris Stills, and Oliver Stills. Tickets go on-sale February 28.

The first Light Up The Blues took place in 2013 at L.A.’s Club Nokia with guests Crosby, Stills, and Nash, Don Felder, Jack Black, Lucinda Williams, and Ryan Adams. Over the past decade, everyone from John Mayer and Jack Black to Patti Smith, Joe Walsh, Willie Nelson,...

Listen to Ozzy Osbourne and Billy Morrison’s brand-new song, “Gods Of Rock N Roll,” here on the SiriusXM app about 11 minutes into an exclusive Ozzy’s Boneyard special featuring Billy and Mark Strigl.

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During the special, Billy also talks about the song. “Gods Of Rock N Roll” premiered on the SiriusXM channel on Friday, January 17, and is a re-recorded version of the track from 2015 that includes a 61-piece orchestra and choir and a guest appearance by longtime Billy Idol guitarist Steve Stevens.

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The original “Gods Of Rock N Roll” closed out Billy’s second album, “God Shaped Hole” (2015).

Ozzy’s exclusive SiriusXM channel, Ozzy’s Boneyard (Ch. 38), plays hard and heavy classic rock, powered by early riff masters, American thrash titans, British metal icons,...

Disney Channel sitcoms have defined the childhoods of multiple generations, with the media giant's cable outlet cementing itself as a source of hilarity and entertainment. Since its launch in 1983, the Disney Channel has created countless hit original children's series that have become cultural touchstones for their viewers. With an artful blend of heartwarming friendships, family bonding, and ridiculous hijinks, Disney Channel perfected the formula of a family-friendly comedy.

From living a double life as a pop star to wizard families and their magical adventures, the lovable misfits in each unique sitcom live fascinating and remarkable lives while remaining grounded and relatable. While they are perhaps not among the best sitcoms of all time, these Disney staples became intertwined with childhood memories, staying alive through the fans' adoration that persisted throughout the years. The best Disney Channel shows left a mark on their audiences' hearts that goes far beyond nostalgia and rose-tinted glasses.

How do you induct the Prince of Darkness into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame? With an all-star celebration. On Saturday night, Billy Idol, Jelly Roll, and Tool frontman Maynard Keenan gathered to sing songs from throughout Ozzy Osbourne’s solo career.

After Osbourne himself kicked things off by bellowing the words, “All aboard,” the tribute started with “Crazy Train,” with Wolfgang Van Halen playing a ripping solo as Keenan took on the vocals. Jelly Roll stepped up next, singing Osbourne’s iconic power ballad “Mama, I’m Coming Home.

Dua Lipa brought a very special date with her to attend the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony in Cleveland, Ohio!

On Saturday (October 19), the 29-year-old Radical Optimism hitmaker walked the red carpet at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse with her dad Dukagjin!

She looked as stylish as ever in a black two-piece outfit with sequin detailing while her dad opted for a classic, double-breasted suit with a bowtie.

They weren’t the only stars at the event, either. Zendaya turned the event into an opportunity to pay tribute to Cher, who was inducted into the Hall.

We’ve got photos of so many more stars on the red carpet. That way you can see who else was there and what they wore.

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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame turns back time this Saturday night to finally welcome Cher as an inductee (to be introduced by double Emmy winner Zendaya). The Oscar winner has been eligible since 1991 and has waited over three decades to be selected. In fact, all of the 2024 newly-elected members have been waiting patiently to be chosen. No first-time eligible music artists were chosen this year.

The 39th annual induction ceremony will be live from Cleveland, Ohio, this Saturday, October 19, at 7:00 p.m. Et; 4:00 p.m. Pt streaming on Disney+. It will be available beginning Sunday on Hulu and will be broadcast later this year on ABC.

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Here is a complete list of 2024 Hof inductees, plus performers and presenters (at least the ones not being revealed ahead of time to create surprises).

Inductees:

Mary J. Blige...

Zakk Wylde is stepping away from the remaining dates of the ongoing “Experience Hendrix” tour as he prepares for Ozzy Osbourne‘s second Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction.

Wylde is a man of many projects, from Black Label Society to Pantera, but the journeyman guitarist can only be in one place at a time. His involvement in Ozzy’s induction — which honors Osbourne’s solo career, including years of work alongside Wylde — has taken precedence over the remaining five shows of the Experience Hendrix tour (October 15th through the 19th).

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While the “Experience Tour” will no longer feature Wylde, fans can still look forward to seeing the likes of Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Taj Mahal, Dweezil Zappa, Eric Johnson, and more performing during the upcoming shows (get tickets here).

Wylde’s Instagram page shared the following statement announcing his departure from the tour:

“Due to unavoidable scheduling conflicts,...

Ahead of being honored at the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, Ozzy Osbourne appeared on a recent episode of “Ozzy Speaks with Billy Morrison” on SiriusXM’s Ozzy’s Boneyard (Ch. 38).

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During the show, the “Prince of Darkness” talked to Billy about Eddie Van Halen, Michael Jackson, and his favorite lead guitarist. Listen to the full episode anytime on the SiriusXM app.

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Ozzy recalled Van Halen opening for Black Sabbath in 1978 and how Eddie made playing the guitar “look so f—ing easy.”

“They outshone us,” Ozzy said of Van Halen. “They blew us off the stage.”

“Eddie was a great guy,” Ozzy continued. “Always nice with me… he’s a lovely man and Alex [Van Halen]. I took all of them down to my local pub.”

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Ozzy Osbourne will be honored during the October 19th Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony with a speech by Jack Black and an all-star musical tribute featuring Tool singer Maynard James Keenan other rock luminaries.

It marks Ozzy’s second induction to the Rock Hall after going in as a member of Black Sabbath in 2006. This time, his induction honors his career outside of Sabbath, with the ceremony featuring a tribute to Ozzy’s legendary solo work. The event will be televised live on Disney+, with a later broadcast on ABC.

As for the musical tribute, a star-studded cast of Keenan, Billy Idol, and Jelly Roll will sing songs from Ozzy’s solo career, backed by a band including bassist Rob Trujillo (who was in Ozzy’s band before he joined Metallica), Ozzy’s trusty axeman Zakk Wylde, Wolfgang Van Halen, Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith, Billy Idol guitarist Steve Stevens,...

The Prince of Darkness, Ozzy Osbourne, will get an all-star tribute at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Cleveland on Oct. 19. The recognition marks Osbourne’s second induction into the institution, following Black Sabbath’s entry in 2006. The ceremony will stream live on Disney+, and a televised special will air on ABC and be available on Hulu at a later date.

With just a few weeks to go, Osbourne tells Rolling Stone he’s still wrapping his head around the induction. “I don’t know what to think,...

Billy Idol reached the height of his drug addiction four decades ago, but the 68-year-old has since found a routine that works for him: no more hard drugs, just an occasional crisp glass of wine. In other words, he is California sober.

“I can have a glass of wine every now and again,” Idol recently told People. “I don’t have to do nothing. But at the same time, I’m not the drug addict that I was in the peak ’70s, ’80s.” He adds, “I’m, I suppose, ‘California sober.

Billy Idol recently released a 40th anniversary expanded reissue of his seminal album Rebel Yell, and to celebrate the occasion, he performed the classic title track live on NBC’s Today.

The performance is notable in that Billy and his longtime guitarist Steve Stevens play the song semi-unplugged. Following an introduction by Al Roker, the duo are left to their lonesome on the sound stage, creating an intimate and up-close setting for the rendition.

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Stevens guides the song’s arrangement with electric-acoustic strums that let Idol’s voice soar commandingly through the room. Not only does the stripped-down approach fit perfectly within the Today show’s studio format, it also offers an alternate spin on an otherwise rousing rock anthem.

The Today appearance follows a lighting ceremony for Idol at the Empire State Building. There, Idol and Stevens performed a similar acoustic concert for a...

Sebastian Bach has announced his first album in 10 years. The LP, titled Child Within the Man, arrives on May 10th, and features the new single “Everybody Bleeds” (watch the video below).

“An album more than 10 years in the making,” the former Skid Row singer stated of Child Within the Man,” adding, “I have been putting out records since the year 1989. Thank You for 35 years of Bach N’ Roll…all leading up to Child Within the Man!”

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He continued, “If you like the records I have put out in the past, I can Guarantee that you will enjoy the new album. This is the kind of Rock N’ Roll that keeps you young ! Can’t wait for you all to crank up Child Within the Man—a magical elixir to the Fountain of Youth! Gone Wild! Forever! It’s all one big song! Turn It Up!

Billy Morrison — the longtime rhythm guitarist in Billy Idol’s band and former bassist for The Cult — has announced a new solo album featuring a who’s who of rock luminaries. The LP, titled The Morrison Project, boasts appearances by Idol, Ozzy Osbourne, Al Jourgensen (Ministry), Corey Taylor (Slipknot), and more.

Among the other guests on the album, due April 19th, are guitarist John 5 (Mötley Crüe), drummer Tommy Clufetos, rapper Darryl “Dmc” McDaniels (Run-dmc), singer Linda Perry (4 Non Blondes), guitarist Steve Stevens (Billy Idol), and more.

Morrison co-wrote and recorded most of the songs with drummer Erik Eldenius (Billy Idol) and bassist Jeordie White, with a few of the guest performers sharing writing credits, as well.

The first single, “Drowning,” which doesn’t feature any of the guest musicians, will arrive on February 23rd.

“One of the greatest things about writing this album was being able to let my...

Albert Hammond Jr, best known as the lead guitarist in The Strokes, has announced his fifth solo album, Melodies on Hiatus, out June 23rd on Red Bull Records. What’s more, he’s shared a handful of supporting tour dates (grab tickets here) and lead single “100-99” featuring Goldlink.

Besides GoldLink, Melodies on Hiatus features Rainsford, Steve Stevens, and Matt Helders. It was co-written remotely with Simon Wilcox, with premium mastering from Dave Cooley and mixing by Tony Hoffer. Pre-orders are ongoing.

“100-99” was partially inspired by the ’90s hip-hop Hammond Jr grew up listening to, he explained in a statement. “I would always gravitate towards the melodic hooks in the songs I heard on the radio, specifically anything Dr. Dre was producing or rapping on,” he said. “Years later, I noticed myself pulling from the style of those melodic lines in my guitar work, even though it wasn’t...

Public intrigue in the Weeknd’s dark music has officially lasted a decade. Over the weekend, the once-mysterious chart-topper re-released his 2011 debut mixtape House of Balloons in celebration of its 10th anniversary. It arrived as a reminder of a particular moment in recent history. From the start, the Weeknd was destined to experiment with genre and form. House of Balloons wasn’t even intended to be an R&b project, as it’s often thought of — likely because it was coming from a Black man with a delicate voice. In reality,...

Los Angeles chillwave band Poolside has released a remix of Billy Idol’s “Eyes Without a Face.”

The Poolside version stays close to the original recording — from Idol’s second album, 1983’s Rebel Yell — keeping Perri Lister on backing vocals while adding lush, languid beats.

“I’m flattered that Poolside chose to remix ‘Eyes Without a Face,'” Idol said in a statement. “Steve Stevens and Keith Forsey helped me take the original recording somewhere special back in 1983. Poolside’s new remix guides the song in another direction with its chill vibe,...

In a sign of what may be seen as an emerging, successful alternative to expensive red carpet charity events, Saturday night’s two-hour Lead With Love: Project Angel Food Emergency Telethon, which aired live on Ktla 5, smashed its fundraising goal. The virtual event exceeded its $500,000 goal by nearly $200,000, totaling more than $700,000 during the all-star event, at very little cost to the Hollywood-based nonprofit Project Angel Food.

A-list names, including Sir Elton John, David Furnish, Jamie Lee Curtis, Matt Bomer and Sharon Stone, contributed brief segments celebrating Project Angel Food’s contributions to Hollywood’s underserved community. Furnish and Curtis both mentioned bringing their families with them to volunteer at the facility, which prepares and delivers tens of thousands of meals each week to people in need.

The list of musical names was fierce, with taped performances from Kelly Clarkson (U2’s “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking...

Nearly two years after Black Sabbath wrapped their massive farewell tour, bassist Geezer Butler unveiled his next move: a supergroup project featuring drummer Matt Sorum (Guns N’ Roses, Velvet Revolver), guitarist Steve Stevens (Billy Idol) and vocalist Franky Perez (Scars on Broadway, Apocalyptica).

The quartet released their first single, the brooding blues-rock epic “Down in Flames.” The track opens with Sorum’s borderline-shuffled 6/8 drum groove and settles into a massive, distorted riff from Butler and Stevens. “It’s gonna be a long, cold winter/ For saints and for sinners,” Perez howls over the din,...

Billy Idol will stage a 10-date Las Vegas residency in 2019 at the city’s Pearl Concert Theater in the Palms Casino Resort.

Idol is joined by his longtime guitarist Steve Stevens along with his touring band for the residency, which will features songs from throughout Idol’s catalog, dating from his Generation X days to his solo singles.

“Steve Stevens, my band and I have played Vegas many times and its always been a blast,” Idol said in a statement. “We can’t stay away! Las Vegas keeps us coming back for more.

Pasadena - Forget the AFI Top 10 list of Best TV shows. Why should care about TV since they are the American Film Institute? This is kind like the American Diabetic Prevention Society’s Top 10 Favorite Sugary Candy Bars list. Or Bravo’s Top 10 Hunting Shows. Or Madd’s Best 10 Drinks to Mess You Up. Or Charlie Sheen’s Top 10 Things You Can Do Without Involving Hookers and Blow. If they care about TV that much, shouldn’t they be the Aftvi? But they are a pack of List Whores over at AFI with their 100 Years a 100 Stupid Lists press releases.

Why does critic or critic group have to tell you the Best or Worst of the Year? Party Favors is proud to announce the Meh Awards for the 10 TV shows that didn’t work for me in 2010. They weren’t the most pathetic things on TV, but made me lose interest in watching them.