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Rolling Stones Tour Reportedly Facing Slow Ticket Sales

Ken Kelley — Tue, 07 May 2013 00:09:27 +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.

Slash Signed for Moondance Jam Performance [VIDEO]

Sloan — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:36:20 +0000

The summer rock jam in Northern Minnesota known as Moondance Jam just got real with the signing of Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators.

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

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 12:00:47 +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.

Loverboy, Tesla, Ratt and Survivor included in the Full Halfway Jam Line-Up [VIDEOS]

Sloan — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:22:40 +0000

We already knew the festival's 10th anniversary would include Loverboy, Tesla, Survivor and Ratt, but event organizers Rocktown Productions filled in the gaps and provided set times today.

Americanarama Tour featuring Bob Dylan, Wilco and My Morning Jacket Hits St. Paul in July

Jeff Giles — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 17:00:19 +0000

Bob Dylan has been a semi-permanent fixture on the road for so long that he really has to do something special to remind us that he’s still on tour — and that’s exactly what he’s done with his just-announced ‘Americanarama Festival of Music.’ A name like that promises ridiculous amounts of music, and the lineup [...]

Black Sabbath Premiere New Song, 'End of the Beginning' at 2013 Tour Opener

Dave Lifton — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 19:56:20 +0000

Earlier today (April 20) at the Vector Arena in Auckland, New Zealand, Black Sabbath began their 2013 world tour. The metal legends introduced 'End of the Beginning,' another song off their upcoming album, '13,' to the world. The video can be found above.

Why Doesn't Kid Rock Want to See The Rolling Stones

Jenna — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 15:16:00 +0000

Kid Rock says he doesn’t want to see the Rolling Stones. What gives? Two big tours were recently announced: Rolling Stones’ 50 and Counting and Kid Rock’s Rebel Soul. Tickets for the Rolling Stones shows start at $170 for the cheap seats. If you want “good seats” it will run you about $635. All tickets [...]

Paul McCartney Adds Six Shows to 2013 'Out There' Tour

Jeff Giles — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 01:36:33 +0000

While he continues to put the finishing touches on his first solo album of new music since 2007's 'Memory Almost Full,' Paul McCartney is hitting the road for what he's dubbing the 'Out There Tour' -- and although his itinerary is still rather small, he's just added another six dates to the schedule.

ZZ Top to Join Kid Rock on '$20 Best Night Ever' Tour

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 21:33:44 +0000

Kid Rock is gearing up for a monster summer tour that includes low ticket prices, free parking, and a special appearance from his good friends in ZZ Top on many of the dates.

Black Sabbath Confirms 2013 European Tour

Nick DeRiso — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 18:55:27 +0000

Black Sabbath's world tour in support of their upcoming album '13' is beginning to take shape. The band, which just completed a long-awaited reunion project with original singer Ozzy Osbourne, will play New Zealand, Australia and Japan later this month. Now, a series of 15 European shows have been confirmed, beginning November 20.

The Black Crowes + Tedeschi-Trucks Band Announce 2013 Tour

Ken Kelley — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 14:54:27 +0000

Currently on their ‘Lay Down With Number 13′ tour through the United States, The Black Crowes have announced details of a 15-date co-headlining tour with the Tedeschi Trucks Band starting on July 19 in Nashville. After a two-year hiatus, the Black Crowes returned to the road on March 24 with five sold-out concerts in the [...]

The Rolling Stones Announce 2013 North American Tour with 'Special Guest' Mick Taylor

Matthew Wilkening — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 13:48:55 +0000

The Rolling Stones have announced the first dates of their 2013 ’50 and Counting’ North American tour, which will visit nine cities in May and June. Former guitarist Mick Taylor will be a “special guest throughout the tour,” to use the band’s own words. The trek will hit arenas in Los Angeles, Oakland, San Jose, [...]

The Eagles Announce Summer 2013 Tour

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 23 Mar 2013 23:47:31 +0000

If you've been hoping to catch the Eagles on tour this summer, you just might be in luck -- if you're willing to drive to see them. The legendary California rockers have announced a limited number of shows for their 'History of the Eagles' tour, which will kick off July 6 in Louisville, Ky. and wrap up in Bethel, N.Y. on July 25.

Paul McCartney Announces 2013 World Tour

Billy Dukes — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 10:45:59 +0000

Paul McCartney announced the first two dates of what is expected to be a significant touring schedule in 2013. The singer revealed plans for the Out There World Tour on his website this morning (March 20). His goal is to play cities and venues he and his band have never been.

Bachman and Turner, Head East Announced for Moondance Jam

Sloan — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 21:23:02 +0000

Two more classic rock bands were announced today to round out the line-up for Moondance Jam.

Tesla and Saliva Confirmed for Halfway Jam

Sloan — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 05:48:51 +0000

The power rock has begun to flow out in Royalton, as Halfway Jam inks Tesla and Saliva for the summer music festival.

Bad Company 40th Anniversary Tour Dates Include Stop At Grand Casino Hinckley [TOUR SCHEDULE]

Sloan — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 03:48:41 +0000

This summer is shaping up to be one of the best for concerts in Minnesota as seminal powerhouse of rock Bad Company have announced they'll be playing Grand Casino Hinckley in July.

Van Halen Set for Massive 2013 European Tour, Says David Lee Roth

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 20:32:37 +0000

The mighty Van Halen are getting back into action after Eddie Van Halen was sidelined by emergency surgery last year. According to front man David Lee Roth, the powerhouse rock group will perform a long string of dates in Europe toward the end of the year.

Loverboy and Survivor Announced as Halfway Jam Headliners

Sloan — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:53:59 +0000

This year's HalfWay Jam is already shaping up to be an amazing event. Just announced this morning on Baxter's Morning Sideshow were headliners Loverboy and Survivor.

Why Is It So Hard to Get Good Concert Tickets?

Jenna — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 12:27:51 +0000

I remember sleeping out for tickets back in the day in order to get good tickets. There was a place not far from my house I could buy them and it was just perfect. We always got floor seats. Now? Tickets are sold out within five minutes. So, why is it so hard to get good concert tickets?