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Jon Bon Jovi Says Justin Bieber Is An A–XXX

Doc Shutts — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:55:20 +0000

Front man Jon Bon Jovi has some harsh words for Justin Bieber. “Show up for work,” according to Michael Gallucci of Ultimate Classic Rock. Jon Bon Jovi called Justin Bieber an a–hole for showing up late to his shows. The Bon Jovi frontman told London’s Evening Standard that the 19-year-old pop star is in danger of [...]

Halford Saddened By US Violence Slurs

Doc Shutts — Sun, 19 May 2013 19:04:13 +0000

Can a rock bands lyrics insight hate? Or violence? Rob Halford of Judas Priest is hurt by those accusations according to Classic Rock News. Judas Priest frontman Rob Halford says he’s saddened that the US is the only part of the world in which his band have been accused of inciting hate acts. The veteran [...]

2013 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees

Doc Shutts — Sat, 18 May 2013 23:01:09 +0000

Every Rockers Dream. Have at least one platinum release. Play Carnagie Hall, Red Rocks, and the Hollywood Bowl. And be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Here’s the new inductees according to Rock News. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s Class of 2013 includes a diverse array of some of the [...]

Fleetwood Mac Don't Talk About Love

Doc Shutts — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:10:56 +0000

It was many, many years ago that I sat in a small trailer behind the chutes out at the rodeo arena at the Fairgrounds talking with the band Fleetwood Mac. So much has changed since those early days. And now, they are back together, and on the road. And the band says they are all [...]

Styx, REO Speedwagon and Ted Nugent BOK Center, Tulsa, OK

Doc Shutts — Thu, 16 May 2013 04:52:18 +0000

Don't let age fool you. Rock and Roll knows know age limits. And a group of incredible rockers showed it just the other night according to Classic Rock News.

Armed with loud guitars and aim-to-please set lists, Styx, REO Speedwagon and Ted Nugent brought their Midwest Rock-N-Roll Express Tour screeching into the BOK Center in Tulsa, Okla., on May 8.

All three acts served their A-gam

Stones tried to keep prices low – Richards

Doc Shutts — Sat, 11 May 2013 01:19:52 +0000

It’s rumored that to get a front row ticket for the Stones Annivesary Tour you might have to pay $1500.00. But according to Martin Keilty of Classic Rock News andguitar god and Glimmer Twin Keith Richards the band tried to keep ticket prices low. Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards insists that the band did what [...]

Peter Frampton Adds Dates, Special Guests to 2013 'Guitar Circus' Tour

Jeff Giles — Fri, 10 May 2013 16:59:25 +0000

As we previously reported, Peter Frampton is joining the circus this summer — the Guitar Circus, that is. Frampton’s latest run of summer dates, accurately dubbed the ‘Frampton’s Guitar Circus Tour,’ will feature special appearances from a truly impressive array of fellow guitar legends. Aside from the previously announced B.B. King, Frampton will also welcome [...]

Cheyenne Frontier Days Named Best Summer Festival 2013

Rodeo Rick — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:30:15 +0000

Every summer thousands of visitors flock to Wyoming to enjoy the Worlds Largest Outdoor Rodeo - Cheyenne Frontier Days.

Rolling Stones Tour Reportedly Facing Slow Ticket Sales

Ken Kelley — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:49:27 +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.

Bruce Springsteen Performs Classic Albums In Stockholm

Doc Shutts — Sun, 05 May 2013 19:33:42 +0000

I once sat in the rain for four hours to experience The boss and the E Street Band. Completely soaked I thrived on the energy that emanated from the stage. Now Springsteen is on tour again and rocking Sweden according to Jam Base

Legendary rockers Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band brought their Wrecking Ball World Tour to Stockholm, Sweden this weekend for performances at Friends Arena on Friday night and tonight. The Boss and hi

Robert Plant Leaves Door Open For 2014 Led Zeppelin Reunion

Doc Shutts — Sat, 04 May 2013 20:53:11 +0000

If there is one band that I would drive across the country for, and spend bodacious amounts of money for a ticket to see live. That one band would be Led Zeppelin. I'd kill to see them one more time. But u[p to this point the weak link in the chain to get the band back together has been the unwillingness of front man Robert Plant

Classic Rock Bands Touring This Summer

Doc Shutts — Sat, 04 May 2013 06:46:07 +0000

Though there are those that thought that because a band was considered “Classic Rock” they were dead and buried. That’s wrong. Some of the best rock bands in America are touring this summer according to Jason Kane of Real Rock News. Some rock bands burst onto the scene and then fade away. Others endure and [...]

Aerosmith, Boston + More to Rock for 'Boston Strong' Benefit Concert

Dave Lifton — Fri, 03 May 2013 22:35:56 +0000

Aerosmith and Boston will headline ‘Boston Strong: an Evening of Support and Celebration.’ The concert will take place at the TD Garden on May 30. Proceeds from the night will go to the One Fund, which was created in the wake of the April 15 Boston Marathon bombing to help those affected by the tragedy. [...]

Richie Sambora Sitting Out European and South African Legs of Bon Jovi Tour

Mary Ouellette — Thu, 02 May 2013 18:49:31 +0000

More bad news for Richie Sambora fans. Bon Jovi recently revealed that the guitarist will be sitting out the upcoming European and South African legs of their current â€˜Because We Canâ€™ tour, which kicks off on May 7. The official Bon Jovi website broke the news with a message that said: â€œDue to a personal [...]

Eagles Tour Could Be Their Last

Doc Shutts — Wed, 01 May 2013 03:56:36 +0000

As one that has seen the Eagles in a variety of venues (Red rocks being the best) I was stupid. I sold my tickets to the Eagles live show at the Casper Events Center. Now on of the best live rock bands in rock history might be calling it a day. According to Martin Kielty [...]

The Monkees Announce Summer 2013 Tour Dates

Dave Swanson — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:06:06 +0000

One more time! With the success, both critical and commercial, of last fall’s mini tour, the Monkees are coming to your town again this summer. The 24 date US tour is being called ‘A Midsummer’s Night With the Monkees,’ and kicks off July 15 at the Capitol Theater in New York. “The reaction to the [...]

Styx, REO Speedwagon + Ted Nugent Bring 'The Midwest Rock 'N Roll Express' Tour to Massachusetts – Photos

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:11:40 +0000

The train just keeps a ‘rollin on ‘The Midwest Rock ‘N Roll Express’ tour, featuring the triple bill of Styx, REO Speedwagon and Ted Nugent. The classic rock collective that earned a prominent spot on our ‘Must-See Rock Concerts of 2013’ list recently made a pit stop in Springfield, Mass. on April 23. Check out our photos from the show below.

Black Sabbath Announce 2013 Summer Tour of North America

Dave Lifton — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 02:03:12 +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.

Bill Cosby Coming To Casper [VIDEO]

Rodeo Rick — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:40:28 +0000

Comedy legend Bill Cosby, best known for a wide variety of enterprises and his family friendly, insightful and frequently hilarious observations about human nature, this American icon takes the stage October 6th.

Sublime With Rome Rocks Casper On August 10th [VIDEO]

Tee Roy — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 12:32:43 +0000

While it’s been a slow year in Casper for live music, things are starting to heat up. This is the time of year when many bands are wrapping up their scheduling and finalizing contracts. We just received this nugget from the Casper Events Center: The Casper Events Center is pleased to announce that Sublime with [...]