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Jack White Begins 2026 North American Tour
He'll be on this trek until late November.

The New Hobby That Helps Huey Lewis Deal With the End of His Music Career
He explains why music is too frustrating for him to enjoy, and how he found refuge in “conducting nature” instead.

Music Industry Announces Labeling System to Alert Fans of AI Use in Songs
“AI generated” and “AI assisted” badges will help fans know what they’re getting.

Jason Newsted 2026 Interview
The former Metallica bassist tells UCR the reason he still feels he has something to prove to his fans.

John Mellencamp Kicks Off ‘Greatest Hits’ Tour: Video, Set List
The singer kicked off his long-awaited tour with a hit-packed 26-song set.

Only 16 Rainforest Cafes Remain in U.S.; Here's How to Find Them
Rainforest Cafe once had 59 locations in the U.S. Now, there are only these 16 restaurants.

The Most Disappointing Bob Dylan Albums
When you're this prolific, you're bound to have some duds.

Peter Frampton LPs Ranked
'Frampton Comes Alive!' made him a star. This is his story before and after that career-defining blockbuster.

Steve Harris Hopes Iron Maiden Rock Hall Induction Will Appease American Fans
Bassist confirms he wouldn’t attend the induction ceremony even if the band wasn’t busy on tour – and singer Bruce Dickinson agrees.

Revisiting the Powerful 'Jagged Little Pill' 30 Years On
The album itself came out in 1995, but it was the following year that saw it truly take off.

Best Beatles Collaborations
From Elton John and Eric Clapton to Bob Dylan and Peter Frampton – and many more.

An Iowan’s Escape to Wyoming: Bouldering Vedauwoo’s Hoodoos
An Iowa family adventure takes us from the Snowy Range to Vedauwoo, Wyoming, where we explored giant granite formations, tackled bouldering challenges, and discovered one of the state’s coolest hidden gems.
Pet Study: The Most Popular Dog Names In Illinois And Nationally
Fido and Rover are basically retired at this point. The names people are giving their dogs now sound more like the kids in a kindergarten class.

Meet Chameleon, This Week's Dubuque Pet of the Week
Chameleon, a friendly and affectionate 7-year-old cat, is this week's Pet of the Week at the Dubuque Regional Humane Society and is ready for a loving forever home.

Bill Ward's Wheelchair Use
The metal icon promises he won't bite if fans say hi to him in public.

Jack White Album Review
Seventh solo LP, like 2024's predecessor, finds release and relief in the power of the guitar.

Rolling Stones in London
The band also lit up the London sky with a massive drone display featuring their famous tongue and lips logo.

Refreshing Ways To Enjoy Summer In Illinois Heat
As the summer sun blazes down, folks across Illinois are on the hunt for that perfect splash of cool relief in the heat.

‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ Singer Bonnie Tyler Dead at 75
Tyler's long career also included the hits "It's a Heartache" and "Holding Out for a Hero."

Ian Gillan Details ‘Outside Influences’ That Split Deep Purple
He admits he was "as much to blame as anyone" for the Mark II lineup's end.

John Corabi Disappointed He Has ‘No Dialogue’ With Nikki Sixx
He also reveals what he learned during his 4 year run as Motley Crue's singer.

John Mellencamp Warm-Up Gig
He brought back several tunes that hadn't been played in decades, including "Wild Night" for the first time since 2005.

The Cult’s Billy Duffy Was Told to See Guns N’ Roses. He Couldn’t Get In
Duffy recalls how bandmate Ian Astbury discovered Axl and company and wanted to take them on tour in 1987.

Illinois Is Home To America's Bed Bug Capital... Again
Chicago kept its title as America's bed bug capital, while Springfield and Peoria moved up in Orkin's annual rankings.
