David Gilmour announces London Royal Albert Hall residency as first live shows in eight years

AC/DC kicked off their huge European stadium tour in Germany last night (May 17), marking their return to touring for the first time in 8 years.The tour, in support of their 2020 comeback record ‘Power Up’, began at the 62,000-capacity Veltins-Arena in Gelsenkirchen and was the first featuring new bassist Chris Chaney, who is best known for his tenure in Jane’s Addiction. He replaced Cliff Williams after he retired from touring.Their setlist was almost identical to the one in their comeback gig at Power Trip Festival in October, albeit with the order of some of the songs changed.

David Gilmour fans.On Monday, May 13, the long-time Pink Floyd member announced his brief four-concert ‘Luck and Strange Tour,’ which included a pair of shows at New York City’s Madison Square Garden on Monday, Nov. 4 and Tuesday, Nov.

Empire Of The Sun have announced their first album in eight years, ‘Ask That God’, and shared their joyful new single ‘Music On The Radio’.The Aussie duo have shared details of their long-awaited fourth studio album, which is set to drop July 26 (pre-order/pre-save here).Nick Littlemore says of the new album: “It has been a journey unlike any other that Empire Of The Sun has undertaken. We always ‘go there’ when it comes to exploration of both the self and the outside world.

AIR have announced they will live-stream their ‘Moon Safari’ 25th anniversary show at London’s Royal Albert Hall.The French duo unveiled their huge UK show in January to celebrate 25 years of their seminal album, which features hits such as ‘Sexy Boy’ and ‘All I Need (feat. Beth Hirsch)’.Fresh off their European leg touring the album in full, AIR have now revealed they will live-stream their London show at Royal Albert Hall.

David Gilmour has announced additional shows in Los Angeles and New York for his ‘Luck And Strange‘ shows.The soloist and former Pink Floyd guitarist took to his official social media accounts to announce a third show at Los Angeles’ Hollywood Bowl on October 31, and a fourth show at New York City’s Madison Square Garden on November 9.The new dates follow the previously announced dates in Los Angeles on October 29 and 30 and in New York on November 4, 5, and 6. Gilmour’s US dates will take place after his six-night residency at London’s Royal Albert Hall and his six-night residency at Rome’s historic chariot-racing stadium Circus Maximus (Circo Massimo).

Steven Tyler has made his return to the stage after damaging his vocal cords last year – watch footage of his most recent performance below.Last night (May 15), Tyler surprised the audience at the Eventim Apollo in London who were in attendance for The Black Crowes‘ concert.To close off their set, The Black Crowes brought out the Aerosmith frontman to perform a cover of ‘Mama Kin’, for which Chris Robinson and Tyler took turns singing, allowing for Tyler to rest his voice in between lines.Watch fan-shot footage of Steven Tyler performing ‘Mama Kin’ below.The performance marked Tyler’s first time returning to the stage after he had damaged his vocal cords in September just a few shows into Aerosmith’s farewell tour, also known as the ‘Peace Out’ tour.Shortly after the vocal injury, it was announced that Aerosmith would be postponing the North American leg of the trek. Announcing the tour’s postponement last year, Aerosmith wrote: “Unfortunately, Steven’s vocal injury is more serious than initially thought.

Robert Plant and David Gilmour have expressed their support for the children of Steve Marriott, who are currently in a battle with his estate over AI-generated music.The children of the late Humble Pie and Small Faces frontman are currently in a dispute with the singer’s estate to prevent the release of music made by artificial intelligence in his name.Although no agreements for recordings are yet in place, they claim that the prospect of releasing AI songs replicating the singer’s voice was given the green light by the late musician’s third wife, Toni Marriott, whom he married two years before his death in 1991.In a statement to Variety, the singer, songwriter and guitarist’s daughter, Mollie, explained why she and her siblings are adamant about preventing the AI-generated recordings from being shared – describing it as “a stain” on her father’s name.“The Marriott Estate is due to release an AI solo album of old and new songs of my father, Steve. Sadly, the surviving family which comprises just my siblings Lesley, Toby, Tonya, and I, have nothing to do with the Estate as there was no will.

David Gilmour just announced he will perform four U.S. concerts this year as part of an international tour in support of his forthcoming solo album “Luck and Strange.”His first two North American gigs will be at Los Angeles’ Hollywood Bowl on Tuesday, Oct.

David Gilmour has announced a show at a historic Rome landmark as well as a handful of shows in the US.Before taking on the stage at London’s Royal Albert Hall for his six-night residency, the soloist and former Pink Floyd guitarist will perform at Rome’s historic chariot-racing stadium Circus Maximus (Circo Massimo) during a six-night run taking place from September 27 through October 3It will mark his return to the legendary venue and in Italy since his Rattle That Lock Tour in 2016. Gilmour also announced four shows taking place in North America.

AC/DC have shared a photo of their new line-up ahead of their first tour in eight years.The current incarnation of the legendary Australian rock band features classic members Brian Johnson (vocals) and Angus Young on vocals and lead guitar respectively alongside rhythm guitarist Stevie Young, drummer Matt Laug, and bassist Chris Chaney.Stevie Young is the nephew of Angus and has been playing with the band for several years, initially filling in for Malcolm Young when he was diagnosed with dementia. After he passed away in 2017, Stevie remained with the band.Laug, meanwhile, made his debut with AC/DC at Power Trip festival in Indio, California back in October after classic drummer Phil Rudd revealed he would not be performing at what was the band’s first live show in seven years.Chaney is best known for his time playing in Jane’s Addiction and recently replaced Cliff Williams after he retired from touring.Johnson is returning to the fold after leaving the band in 2016 due to hearing issues, which saw him replaced by Axl Rose.A post shared by AC/DC (@acdc)The ‘Power Up‘ tour – in support of their 2020 album of the same name – will kick off in the Veltins Arena in Gelsenkirchen, Germany on May 17, followed by dates in Spain, Austria, Switzerland and more.The run also includes two dates at London’s Wembley Stadium on July 3 and 7, before they continue on to more mainland Europe dates.

David Kushner fan.First, the rapidly rising singer-songwriter dropped the music video for his new single “Hero;” shortly after, he announced he’s heading out on a nationwide tour this fall.From September through November, the husky-voiced, 23-year-old “Daylight” crooner will hit concert halls, theaters, and ballrooms all over North America.That includes a stop at Brooklyn’s Paramount Theatre on Wednesday, Sept. 25.“It’s been too long,” Kushner wrote on Instagram; for the record, his last tour was in late summer and early fall 2023.

NCT Dream have announced their upcoming 2024 ‘The Dream Show 3: Dream( )scape’ world tour, with concerts in Asia, Europe, the US and more.NCT Dream’s 2024 ‘The Dream Show 3: Dream( )scape’ world tour currently features 17 shows across Asia, with concerts in nine different cities. The Latin America, US and Europe legs of the tour will be revealed on May 8.‘The Dream Show 3: Dream( )scape’ kick offed with a three-date concert on May 2 in Seoul, South Korea.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music A long list of artists including Robert Plant, Pink Floyd’s David Gilmour, Peter Frampton, Bryan Adams and more have joined the late British singer Steve Marriott’s children and bandmates in opposing the release of “new” recordings featuring AI-generated versions of his vocals. The former frontman of the Small Faces and Humble Pie (and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee) was one of the most influential rock singers of the 1960s, renowned for songs like “All or Nothing,” “Tin Soldier,” “Itchykoo Park,” “I Don’t Need No Doctor” and more.

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Hundred Reasons will celebrate the 25th anniversary of their first gig with a show at the Royal Albert Hall next year, with Rival Schools in support.The band will play at the iconic London venue in exactly a year’s time, on May 7, 2025.“It’s a dream for us to get to play The Albert Hall 25 years since we played our first show,” the band said in a press release. “As our only headline show in the books we want this to be a proper celebration of all things Hundred Reasons.

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Olly Murs finally landed in Glasgow on Saturday after he missed his first stint in supporting Take That at the OVO Hydro on Friday night.

Zayn Malik has announced his first-ever solo live show in London in celebration of his upcoming album.The ‘Pillowtalk’ singer will be making his debut live appearance at the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire on May 17 in celebration of the release of his fourth album ‘Room Under The Stairs‘.He will be performing a selection of tracks from his new LP, and the gig follow the world premiere of his documentary Road Back To The Mic.A post shared by Zayn Malik (@zayn)Tickets for the gig will only be available via a pre-sale. In order to access the chance to purchase a ticket, you must pre-order ‘Room Under The Stairs’ via Zayn’s official website by 3pm BST next Wednesday (May 8).

David Gilmour has announced his plans to tour for the first time in eight years.The former Pink Floyd guitarist made the comments in a new interview with Uncut (via Far Out and Neptune Pink Floyd), where he discussed potentially touring his upcoming album ‘Luck and Strange‘. It is set for release on September 6.Speaking to the outlet, Gilmour said there was “an unwillingness to revisit the Pink Floyd of the ‘70s”, but would be more likely to perform songs from other decades: “Yeah, they might be better represented. I mean, at least one from the ’60s.