CLASSIC ROCK Q107 » Concerts

Rolling Stones Joined by Mick Taylor, Bonnie Raitt, and John Fogerty at San Jose Concert

Jeff Giles — Thu, 09 May 2013 17:33:43 +0000

The Rolling Stones pulled into San Jose, Calif. last night (May 8) for a stop on their ’50 and Counting’ tour, and they brought along some pretty special guests for company. The show, which found the band running through a brisk 22-song set list that was understandably heavy on the hits, also treated the crowd [...]

Rolling Stones Tour Reportedly Facing Slow Ticket Sales

Ken Kelley — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:09:27 +0000

Could the days of Rolling Stones concerts instantly setting box office records be numbered? While the Stones have always enjoyed robust sales on their prior tours, the Guardian is reporting that tickets to the group's highly anticipated '50 And Counting' tour aren't moving quite as fast as the group may have hoped.

Cheap Trick Rock New York City Gig to Celebrate 35th Anniversary of 'At Budokan'

Spencer Kaufman — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:42:54 +0000

Cheap Trick took their arena-friendly sounds to an intimate setting in New York City on Sunday night (April 28) to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the performances that were recorded for their landmark live album ‘Cheap Trick at Budokan.’ In fact, it was 35 years to the day that the band performed the first of [...]

Black Sabbath Announce 2013 Summer Tour of North America

Dave Lifton — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 19:35:12 +0000

We didn't think four dates would be enough, and today (April 25), Black Sabbath confirmed what we had been thinking all along. The band has announced a five-week tour of North America in support of its upcoming album, '13.' The full list of shows can be found below.

Battle Of The Bands at Summerfest in Lufkin!

Dan P. — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:35:07 +0000

The battle of the bands is coming to Summerfest in Lufkin! If you think you have the best band in the land this is your chance! This contest is open to all kinds of live music – so is your band the best? The Lufkin Convention and Visitors Bureau is giving your band the opportunity [...]

Robert Plant Announces 2013 U.S. Tour Dates for Sensational Space Shifters

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:04:47 +0000

Legendary Led Zeppelin front man Robert Plant has announced the first North American tour dates for his new project, Robert Plant presents the Sensational Space Shifters. The group will kick off their native stateside jaunt on June 20 in Dallas, Texas and run through July 27 in Brooklyn, N.Y.

Richie Sambora Reportedly Kicked Off Bon Jovi Tour for Drinking

Dave Lifton — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 15:22:31 +0000

We're starting to learn more details -- or at least, hear some depressing theories -- about the "personal issues" that led to Richie Sambora's departure from the current Bon Jovi tour. According to one source, the decision was the result of Sambora's continuing issues with alcohol.

ZZ Top Announce 2013 North American Tour

Dave Swanson — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:08:59 +0000

The rock and roll machine known as ZZ Top are heading back to the US for another round of concerts in support of their new album 'La Futura.' The tour kicks off May 2 and runs through the 25th.

Guns N' Roses Joined by Billy Gibbons + More at Australian Finale

Dave Lifton — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:45:07 +0000

Guns N' Roses concluded their Australia tour in style yesterday (March 20). The hard rock legends asked members of both opening acts -- ZZ Top and Rose Tattoo -- to join them on stage during their main set. The concert took place at the Brisbane Entertainment Center in Brisbane.

Kiss Pay Tribute to Murdered Fan During Australian Concert

Jeff Giles — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 14:16:08 +0000

It isn't a song that often comes up when American fans are talking about Kiss' greatest hits, but the 1980 single 'Shandi' enjoyed a healthy chart life in Australia, and the band still plays it whenever they visit the continent on tour -- as they did Saturday night (March 16), in a performance that had greater meaning than usual.

Heart, Jason Bonham 2013 Tour to Feature Joint Led Zeppelin Encore

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 14:43:29 +0000

Newly-selected Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Heart will join forces with Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Experience for a 2013 summer tour that will feature them together onstage for a 30-minute Led Zeppelin tribute to close out each show.

Duff McKagan and Steven Adler Perform Guns N' Roses Songs Together in Tokyo

Dave Lifton — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 20:03:06 +0000

A mini-Guns N' Roses reunion of sorts took place this past Thursday (March 7) While touring together in Tokyo, Duff McKagan and Steven Adler both sat in on the other's set to play a couple of their old classics. The videos are embedded below.

John Fogerty to Perform at 2013 SXSW

Dave Lifton — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 21:01:31 +0000

In perhaps an attempt to teach the hipsters a thing or two about classic American songwriting, John Fogerty will perform at this year’s SXSW. The concert will take place at the ACL Moody Theatre in Austin, Texas on Saturday, March 16. Fogerty will be promoting his upcoming album, ‘Wrote a Song for Everyone,’ which features [...]

Rolling Stones Rumored to Play 'Fewer Than 20′ 2013 U.S. Shows

Jeff Giles — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 17:47:33 +0000

The Rolling Stones took a “less is more” approach to celebrating their 50th anniversary, with two new songs and a handful of live shows — and it looks like they’ll be keeping a relatively low profile in 2013, too. Billboard reports that the band will be visiting North American arenas during the first half of [...]

Motley Crue Announce Four 2013 U.S. Tour Dates

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 21:30:08 +0000

Just two weeks ago, Motley Crue announced an extensive run of dates in Canada. Now the band have announced a handful of shows in the U.S., all taking place at the end of May and centered around the Northeast.

Lynyrd Skynyrd and Bad Company Announce Co-Headlining 2013 Tour

Billy Dukes — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 21:33:54 +0000

Lynyrd Skynyrd and Bad Company are both celebrating 40 years in 2013, and they've teamed up to take a co-headling tour across America. The 40 Tour will begin on June 20 in Auburn, Wash. and travel east before wrapping up on July 27 in Bethel, N.Y.

Bob Seger Debuts New Material At Toledo Concert

Dave Swanson — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 20:14:48 +0000

There he is, on the road again. Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band are off and running on their 2013 US tour. The tour got off to a good start last night (Feb. 27) in Toledo, Ohio. Seger and band pulled out hit after hit, with the usual suspects like 'Night Moves' and 'Turn The Page' as well as deeper catalog numbers like 'Beautiful Loser' and 'Ramblin' Gamblin' Man' gracing the two-hour show.

John Fogerty, Rick Springfield + Stevie Nicks Rock NYC With Dave Grohl and the 'Sound City' Players

Spencer Kaufman — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:37:20 +0000

Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters and Nirvana fame assembled an all-star cast of musicians for his new documentary 'Sound City,' and for the lucky fans in select cities, he has been taking the show on the road with him. Following performances in Park City, Utah, and Los Angeles, the Sound City Players hit New York City for a one-night stand last night (Feb. 13) at Hammerstein Ballroom.

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers to Headline Hangout Music Festival

Billy Dukes — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:11:18 +0000

While Tom Petty's official 2013 touring calendar is still empty, it's been confirmed he'll headline the Hangout Music Festival in Gulf Shores, Ala. this spring. The full lineup for the festival was announced this week, with Kings of Leon named as a second headliner for the three-day festival.

Fleetwood Mac Announce 2013 Tour Dates

Matthew Wilkening — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 15:25:37 +0000

After months of increasing speculation, Fleetwood Mac have confirmed the dates, cities and venues for a nine-week tour beginning in April of 2013. According to Rolling Stone, the 34 announced dates of the trek, their first since 2009, will kick off April 4 in Columbus, Ohio and wind up June 12 in Detroit, MI. There’s [...]