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John Fogerty Reclaims Artistic Ownership on Legacy: The Creedence Clearwater Revival Years, Shares Newly Recorded “Up Around The Bend,” “Have You Ever Seen The Rain” and “Porterville”

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame recipient and veteran musician John Fogerty is reclaiming his artistic ownership by releasing Legacy: The Creedence Clearwater Revival Years, due on August 22, 2025, via Concord. The famed artist announced the impending arrival during his sold-out 80th birthday celebration at the Beacon Theatre stage last night in New York City.

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Vampire Weekend Debut Twiddle’s “Jamflowman” in Vermont

While they’ve long danced along the line, it seems safe to say that in 2025, Vampire Weekend are a bona fide jamband.

Relix Auctions Presents: Grateful Dead “Bertha” Poster Set by Chuck Sperry

Created in 2023 as part of an 18-poster archival series honoring the Grateful Dead’s legendary early-1970s run at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, NY, Chuck Sperry’s Bertha design commemorates the March 20, 1970 (Early Show) performance. Like its predecessor, the Grateful Mahalo series, these posters sold out instantly and were among the most sought-after prints of the year.

This complete set includes four variants: Main Edition of 365, plus Rainbow Foil, Sparkle Foil, and Lava Foil editions of 65 each.

The auction is live and closes June 6 at 5PM EST. These are some of the most in-demand Grateful Dead posters ever released—don’t miss your chance to own the complete collection.

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Zak Starkey Says He Was “Retired,” Not Fired, from The Who

At this point, The Who and Zak Starkey seem determined to prolong the saga to their split. After the foundational classic rock outfit fired, rehired and refired their longtime drummer over the last month and change, Starkey has returned today with a message that brings a bit more color to the confusing uncoupling.

Built for Barkin’ Encores 🐾

Give your dog a toy that matches their spirit. Our Grateful Dead dog toys are built tough enough for muddy fields, tail-wagging encores, and hours of play. Whether they love a good game of tug or a long festival nap, these toys are designed to last.

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Watch: Billy Strings Joins Primus on “Wynona’s Big Brown Beaver” in Grand Rapids

John Hoffman might have filled Primus’ open seat, but the band still has space for sit-ins. During last night’s appearance in Grand Rapids, Mich., at the Van Andel Arena, the thrash-funk absurdists welcomed friend and musical admirer, Billy Strings, fresh off a stint on Willie Nelson’s traveling Outlaw Tour, to contribute on classic cut “Wynona’s Big Brown Beaver.”

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Rod Stewart Confirms Reunion with Ronnie Wood at Glastonbury Festival, Suggests Faces Come Back

Less than a month from the Worthy Farm gathering in Pilton, Somerset, UK, known as Glastonbury Festival, Rod Stewart has confirmed a long-awaited reunion with his former bandmate and longtime friend, guitarist Ronnie Wood, sparking talks of a Faces comeback.

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The National: Chasing A Mystery

The first time Peter Katis experienced The National live he didn’t exactly see the future of rock-and-roll.“It was pretty early on, at Maxwell’s in Hoboken, N.J., and there were five people in the audience—and that included me and my brand-new girlfriend, who’s now my wife,” says the producer, who would go on to play a pivotal role in shaping The National’s breakthrough records in the 2000s.

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Preservation Hall Jazz Band at the Greenwich Town Party (A Photo Gallery)

The Greenwich Town Party was held at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park in Greenwich, Conn., on Saturday, May 24. The returning event ushered in a series of live performances that began with the jazz fusion style of the Connor Sobeiri Group before a bluegrass breakdown from the Kaintuck Band. Blippi provided family-friendly entertainment ahead of Marci Lynn and The Boys’ arrival.