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Hardcore legends Henry Rollins and Ian MacKaye have teamed up for a new music project. The duo recently recorded four songs at Inner Ear Studios in Washington, D.C., the iconic studio where they first made landmark punk records decades ago. Joined by producer Don Zientara and guitarist Eddie Janney, the session marks Rollins’ return to music after nearly 20 years away, during which time he focused on other creative pursuits like writing, spoken word, and acting. MacKaye, meanwhile, has sporadically released music in various projects including The Evens and Coriky, since Fugazi went on an indefinite hiatus in 2003. While details about the project from the Black Flag and Minor Threat icons remain scarce, Rollins shared on his website that he had the new material “mastered several days ago, and I’m now working on the layout and design for the record," while adding that, "When it’s ready, I’ll let you know. We are extremely excited by this one.” (Consequence of Sound)

Noah Weiland, son of the late Scott Weiland, will honor his father’s memory with a special performance of Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver songs on December 3rd – the 10th anniversary of Scott’s passing – at the Garden Amp amphitheater in Orange County, California. The double-bill will also feature a set by Jakob Nowell, son of Sublime’s Bradley Nowell, who will also be paying tribute to his late dad’s music and legacy. Noah plans to surprise fans with a setlist featuring hits and deep cuts from his dad’s catalog, while backed by a band including guitarist Carr Reed, bassist Miles Christian Davis, and drummer Connor J Sears. Noah has embraced his father’s music after years of a “tough posthumous relationship,” and looks forward to celebrating his legacy, while also revealing that he has had little contact with Stone Temple Pilots members and expressed openness to reconnecting with them. (Consequence of Sound)

Radiohead played their first show in seven years on Tuesday night (November 4) at Movistar Arena in Madrid, Spain. The six-time Grammy-winning British group kicked off their 2025 European comeback tour with a dynamic, in-the-round performance featuring a “busking approach” to setlists drawn from rehearsing over 65 songs. Opening with their recent viral TikTok hit, “Let Down,” the band also performed “Sit Down. Stand Up” live for the first time in 21 years, alongside a 25-song set that featured fan favorites and deep cuts primarily from 2003’s Hail To The Thief, 1997’s OK Computer, 2007’s In Rainbows, and 2000’s Kid A. Radiohead have three more shows scheduled for the same venue in Madrid this Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday (Nov. 5, 7, 8), before they head to Bologna, Italy for a four-night stand at Unipol Arena that begins on November 14. (NME)

On Monday (November 3), Deftones announced that they have officially partnered with workwear brand Dickies to release a collaborative merch capsule featuring designs that incorporate the Deftones name with Dickies’ iconic logo. The collection includes hoodies priced at $80 in black or green, and T-shirts at $45 available in a variety of colors. The items went on-sale at 12 p.m. ET/9 a.m. PT on Tuesday (Nov. 4), and are available exclusively through Deftones’ webstore at shopdeftones.com. This authorized release follows years of unofficial bootlegged versions of merch featuring a similar design, and arrives shortly after the band headlined their annual Dia De Los Deftones festival in San Diego on Saturday (Nov. 1). Deftones have also just been announced as headliners at the inaugural Texas edition of the Sick New World festival in October 2026. (Consequence of Sound)

Bob Dylan has accepted an honorary Doctor of Music degree from Berklee College of Music, the first such honor he has received from an American institution since Princeton awarded him one in 1970. “Thank you, Berklee College of Music, for bestowing on me this prestigious honor. What a pleasant surprise,” Dylan said in a statement. “Who knows what path my career might have taken if I’d been fortunate enough to learn from some of the great musicians who taught at Berklee. It’s something to think about.” Berklee honored the 84-year-old icon for his extraordinary influence on modern music and lifelong creative exploration, with President Jim Lucchese praising Dylan’s enduring evolution and pursuit of truth through sound and language. Although Dylan will not attend any events related to the honor, Berklee is hosting a concert on Wednesday evening (November 5) entitled, Watching the River Flow: A Roots Salute to Bob Dylan, featuring performances of his classic songs by students, faculty, and alumni. (Rolling Stone)

On Saturday (November 1), Dave Grohl teased a surprise Foo Fighters pop-up show in Korn’s hometown of Bakersfield, California, by posting an Instagram photo of himself wearing an Adidas Korn tracksuit. Grohl captioned the post, “This time of year always makes me think of Kornfields,” which prompted playful replies from various Korn members in the comments, including frontman Jonathan Davis, who wrote, “🔥🔥🔥 I'll send you one of mine ❤️😂.” The next morning, Foo Fighters quickly announced the intimate show at the Nile Theater planned for Monday night (October 3), with tickets immediately selling-out. This surprise gig follows a series of recent Foos' pop-up shows featuring new drummer Ilan Rubin, which precedes their 2026 North American stadium tour with Queens of the Stone Age. Additionally, Foo Fighters just released their second new single of 2025, “Asking for a Friend,” with Grohl promising the track is “one of many songs to come.” (Consequence of Sound)

On Monday (November 3), AC/DC announced 21 additional dates for their 2026 Power Up Tour, extending their global run with major stadium shows across South and North America. AC/DC – featuring the current lineup of Brian Johnson, Angus Young, Stevie Young, Matt Laug, and Chris Chaney – continues to promote their chart-topping, Grammy-nominated 17th studio album, Power Up, which was released in November 2020. The new leg of the tour begins on February 24 in São Paulo, Brazil, followed by stops in Santiago, Buenos Aires, and Mexico City in early April. After a lengthy break in the spring, the band resumes touring in July with a U.S. stadium circuit that includes stops in San Antonio, Denver, Las Vegas, San Francisco, Atlanta, and Houston, alongside several shows throughout Canada, with the tour concluding on September 29 at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field. Tickets go on sale on Friday (November 7). (Billboard)

Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, the beloved vocalist who sang with the Grateful Dead throughout the 1970s and contributed backup vocals on iconic ’60s hits by Elvis Presley and Percy Sledge, has died at 78 after a long battle with cancer. Joining the Grateful Dead in 1971 with her husband Keith, she became a distinctive part of the band’s classic era, appearing on landmark albums like Europe ’72, Wake of the Flood, and Terrapin Station, and countless legendary live recordings including the fan-favorite Cornell ’77 performance and the Dead’s memorable shows at the Giza pyramid in Egypt in 1978. Before that, she was a sought-after session singer in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, lending her voice to classics like Sledge’s "When a Man Loves a Woman" and Presley’s "Suspicious Minds," while also singing on tracks by Duane Allman, Cher, Neil Diamond, and Boz Scaggs.

After the Godchauxs left the Dead in 1979, the couple continued making music together until Keith’s tragic death in a car accident in 1980. Donna then continued her musical career with her own bands and various collaborations, releasing her final album, Back Around, in 2014. Grateful Dead paid tribute to Godchaux with a heartfelt post on Instagram, writing in the caption: “Her unmistakable voice and radiant spirit touched the lives of countless fans and immeasurably enriched the Grateful Dead family. Her contributions will forever remain part of the tapestry that continues to be woven.” (Rolling Stone)

Bad Company frontman Paul Rodgers will miss the band's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony on November 8 due to health priorities. "My hope was to be at the Rock & Rock Hall of Fame induction ceremony and to perform for the fans, but at this time I have to prioritize my health," Rodgers stated on social media. "I have no problem singing, it's the stress of everything else. Thanks for understanding. [Drummer] Simon [Kirke] along with some outstanding musicians will be stepping in for me — guaranteed to rock." Rodgers previously told Rolling Stone they "may well" perform, considering songs like "Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy." The singer has endured 11 minor strokes and two major strokes over the past decade, forcing him to relearn walking and talking. The Los Angeles ceremony will also induct Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, Soundgarden and the White Stripes. (Story URL)

On Monday (November 3), Sting announced the dates and details of his spring 2026 U.S. tour with his “Sting 3.0” power trio. The 12-date run kicks off on May 9 in Durant, Oklahoma, and includes stops in major cities like Austin, Houston, Atlanta, and a three-night run at Wolf Trap in Vienna, Virginia, before concluding on May 25 in Richmond, VA. An artist presale starts on Tuesday (November 4), followed by a general on-sale beginning on Friday (November 7). These newly announced dates follow Sting's six remaining 2025 US shows throughout November, and continues his acclaimed tour featuring guitarist Dominic Miller and drummer Chris Maas. Meanwhile, Sting faces a royalties lawsuit from his former Police bandmates Andy Summers and Stewart Copeland, which the 74-year-old bassist and his legal team are contesting, claiming that the two musicians have actually been “substantially overpaid” throughout the years. (Consequence of Sound)

Following the death of KISS guitarist Ace Frehley on October 16 at age 74, fans have launched a Change.org petition urging NASA to posthumously make the legendary musician an honorary astronaut. Known for his iconic “Spaceman” persona and nickname “Space Ace,” the petition highlights that while Frehley embodied the space-themed character on stage, he never became an astronaut in real life, a dream the campaign seeks to fulfill as a tribute to his legacy. “When he suddenly passed away from a brain bleed following a head injury at 74, he was still only merely PLAYING the character of a Space Cadet. He NEVER got to be one for REAL," the petition reads, while adding, "In honor of his memory, NASA should posthumously make Ace Frehley an honorary astronaut with the rank of ‘Captain’, because a celestial being of his caliber doesn’t deserve anything less of a send-off than this.” The petition, started by a fan named Kathryn, has received over 1100 signatures thus far. (People)

Zach Bryan shared a heartfelt reflection on meeting Bruce Springsteen for the first time at a cabin in New Jersey last year, revealing his nervousness ahead of their Rolling Stone interview. The 29-year-old country superstar recounted a memorable porch conversation where Springsteen offered invaluable advice and gifted him a guitar used for many of his recordings, telling Bryan, “It’s still got some songs in it. I’m hoping you can make use of them.” Bryan posted a series of intimate 35mm photos of the encounter on his Instagram, while praising the release of Springsteen’s biopic, Deliver Me From Nowhere. He also celebrated the musicians' growing friendship, which includes their celebrated duet on Bryan’s 2024 album, The Great American Bar Scene, leading to multiple on-stage collaborations by the two artists. Bryan finished the affectionate post by saying that Springsteen is “carrying on a legacy of songwriting that will be remembered until the end of time.” (Holler)

During Oasis’ opening Australian tour stop at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium on Friday night (October 31), two lit flares were thrown into the crowded general admission floor section during the band's final song, “Champagne Supernova,” prompting safety concerns among attendees. Despite thorough security checks, it remains unclear how the flares entered the venue or if anyone was injured. Frontman Liam Gallagher publicly condemned the flare-thrower with a profanity-laced post on social media, writing: “To the massive C*NT who launched that flare into the crowd last night at the gig in Melbourne you are 1 seriously fu**ed up individual and you will get yours trust me.” Liam was also visibly upset on stage during the performance, repeatedly wagging his finger at the crowd, though the band continued the performance without interruption. This concert marked the start of Oasis’ highly anticipated Live '25 reunion tour in Australia, which features a three-night stand at Marvel Stadium before heading to Sydney’s Accor Stadium for two nights. (Billboard)

Ozzy Osbourne’s legacy was humorously honored this Halloween when his two-year-old grandson Sidney, dressed in a skeleton costume and red cowboy boots, reenacted the rock legend’s infamous bat-biting stunt in a viral TikTok shared by the child's mother, Kelly Osbourne. The clip is set to Ozzy’s 1980 hit “Crazy Train,” and features Sidney happily biting the head off a stuffed bat, which Kelly affectionately captioned, “Learned from the greatest, Papa!” The clip recalls the infamous moment during Ozzy’s show in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1982 where the heavy metal icon bit the head off of a real bat, which became a gruesome symbol of Osbourne’s career. Before Ozzy’s tragic passing in July at the age 76, he shared a close bond with Sidney, with Kelly revealing earlier this year that her son’s favorite part of the day was “cartoon time” spent in bed with his grandparents, Ozzy and Sharon. (Billboard)

The upcoming four-part Beatles biopics, directed by Sam Mendes and set to premiere in April 2028, have revealed its cast of actors portraying the band members’ wives: Saoirse Ronan as Linda McCartney, Anna Sawai as Yoko Ono, Aimee Lou Wood as Pattie Boyd, and Mia McKenna-Bruce as Maureen Starkey. “Maureen, Linda, Yoko and Pattie are four fascinating and unique figures in their own right – and I’m thrilled that we’ve managed to persuade four of the most talented women working in film today to join this amazing adventure,” Mendes said in a statement. The films will also star Paul Mescal (Paul McCartney), Harris Dickinson (John Lennon), Barry Keoghan (Ringo Starr), and Joseph Quinn (George Harrison) as the four Beatles, with each film focusing on one member’s perspective to collectively tell the band’s full story. This marks the first authorized scripted portrayal of the Beatles’ lives and music, with Sony Pictures financing and distributing the project in partnership with Apple Corps Ltd. (Billboard)

On Saturday (November 1), on the one-year anniversary of the release of their recent album, Songs of a Lost World, The Cure announced the upcoming release of The Show of a Lost World , a 4K remixed, recut, and remastered concert film capturing their full 31-song performance at London’s Troxy on November 1, 2024. Directed by Nick Wickham and mixed by frontman Robert Smith, the film features a run through of the entire new album alongside an array of Cure classics. Set to premiere in select cinemas worldwide on December 11, 2025, the concert film will later be available on Blu-Ray and DVD, with tickets going on sale November 20 at thecurelostworld.com. “The Cure’s impact cannot be underestimated and this film is a testament to the artistry and depth of their music,” said Trafalgar Releasing CEO Marc Allenby, who is distributing the film. “It’s a pleasure to bring The Show of a Lost World to cinemas globally and give fans everywhere the opportunity to experience together this extraordinary concert on the big screen.” (Consequence of Sound)

The Pretty Reckless, led by singer Taylor Momsen, has achieved a historic milestone on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart with their new single, “For I Am Death,” reaching No. 1. This marks the band’s eighth chart-topper of their career, and their second streak of four consecutive No. 1 hits, with the current run dating back to 2020, while their original four straight chart-toppers stretched from 2013-2016. This feat gives The Pretty Reckless the most No. 1s for a woman-fronted group in the chart’s 44-year history, breaking their tie with Halestorm. Concurrently, “For I Am Death” ranks at No. 7 on the Rock & Alternative Airplay chart with 3.2 million audience impressions over the past week, the band’s top-performing song ever on the survey. The track also just made its debut at No. 23 on Hot Hard Rock Songs chart, on the strength of 240,000 official U.S. streams in addition to its impressive radio airplay numbers. (Billboard)

After 22 years of marriage, Arcade Fire members Win Butler and Régine Chassagne publicly announced their separation on Instagram on Thursday night (October 30). “After a long and loving marriage, Win & Régine have decided to separate,” reads their joint statement. “They continue to love, admire and support each other as they co-parent their son.” Married in 2003, the couple endured public scrutiny in 2022 when Butler faced multiple allegations of emotional abuse, sexual misconduct, and manipulation. Butler admitted to a series of extramarital affairs, but denied that any of the relationships were nonconsensual, while Chassagne stood by him at the time. Arcade Fire was the surprise Album of the Year Grammy winners for their 2010 record, The Suburbs, and released their most recent project, Pink Elephant, in May 2025. Despite the former couple’s personal split, the announcement states that, “Their bond as creative soulmates will endure, as will Arcade Fire. The band send their love and look forward to seeing you all on tour soon.” (Rolling Stone)

Melissa Auf der Maur, former bassist for Hole and touring member of the Smashing Pumpkins, has announced the upcoming publication of her first book, Even the Good Girls Will Cry: A ’90s Rock Memoir, which is set for release on March 17, 2026, via Da Capo. The book blends autobiography, travel diary, and psychedelic scrapbook, chronicling her journey from Montreal’s creative scene to playing pivotal roles in iconic ’90s rock bands during a transformative era in music. Auf der Maur calls the memoir, “a love letter to the power of music and one-of-a-kind voices that make the world a cooler place,” while adding that it documents “what our generation witnessed, and what the world once was, in my hope of building a more livable future together.” The memoir also features “rare, behind-the-scenes photos” from throughout her career, and includes cameos from music legends like Stevie Nicks, Dave Grohl, Michael Stipe. Pre-orders for the book are currently ongoing. (Consequence of Sound)

Following the tragic death of bassist Sam Rivers at the age of 48 on October 18th, Limp Bizkit’s 1999 nu-metal anthem, “Break Stuff,” vaults to No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Hard Rock Songs chart. The surge was fueled by 3.7 million US streams over the past week, alongside increased radio play, and a significant boost in sales. “Break Stuff” was the fourth and final single from Limp Bizkit’s chart-topping, 7x-platinum selling second studio album, Significant Other, with the song originally cracking the Top 20 of both the Alternative Airplay and Mainstream Rock charts when it was first released. Other hits from the band, like “Rollin'” (2.5 million streams) and “My Way” (1.9 million streams), also saw significant streaming gains after the passing of Rivers, who died of an apparent cardiac arrest. Despite the loss, Limp Bizkit still plans to proceed with their Latin American tour which is set to start in late November. (Consequence of Sound)