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CBC reveals fall schedule, including new Neil Peart doc, ‘North of North’ air date

TORONTO – CBC TV says its smash hit “North of North” will return for its second season with two back-to-back episodes on Sept. 8. The public broadcaster is announcing its fall schedule, and says the fifth and final season of “Son of a Critch” will also …

Rush Makes A Magnificent Return To Madison Square Garden

FORT WORTH, TEXAS - JULY 11: Alex Lifeson (L) and Geddy Lee of Rush perform in concert during the "Rush: Fifty Something" tour at Dickies Arena on July 11, 2026 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Gary Miller/Getty Images) Getty Images When Rush’ …

Dream Theater, Voivod, Watchtower and the rise of prog metal

Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter It’s often assumed that progressive music was going through something of a lull in the 1980s. But over in the US and Canada, a new, exciting scene was bubbling into …

Neil Peart's last Rush Show | Today in Rock August 1

Jabo Bihlman next up at Music On The Mountain

By Ross Boissoneau Sun contributor For Jabo Bihlman, music is a calling. The Traverse City guitarist, singer and songwriter performs at clubs, wineries, and on Aug. 5 at Music On The Mountain at The Homestead. But he also works with television networks and …

“Alex Lifeson went off on loose-limbed benders, taking madcap detours and stretching out phrases just to see where they’...

Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter There is a distinct difference between watching a band work through a setlist and that rare experience of witnessing virtuosos caught up in pure, unadulterated joy. On …

“The pure sonic beauty is pretty moving”: The song that makes Rush’s Geddy Lee cry (and it’s not by Rush)

Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter In 2020 – while he was struggling to think of himself as “that guy who used to be in Rush” – singer and bassist Geddy Lee told Prog about the music that meant the most …

Rock History about Rush, Pearl Jam, The Stones, GNR, MTV, Joe Elliott and the late Jerry Garcia

August 1st, 2015, sadly, Rush played their final concert with their drummer, Neil Peart. He was not just a drummer for the band, but also the lyricist. And after his passing, the future of the band is in doubt, but the band has returned to the road. Today …

Rock History discussing The Eagles, Tom Petty, The Doors, John Sykes, Geddy Lee and Neal Doughty

July 29th, 2015, The Eagles do their final concert with Glenn Frey. It happens in Louisiana. It’s the last date on their History of The Eagles tour. They do 27 songs in a regular set, come out and do 2 encores, the final song that they play together, “ …

It Always Had to Be Rush

“Thank god they said yes, because I didn’t have a plan B. If they said no, I truly didn’t have another band I wanted to use.” Photo: ©DreamWorks/Courtesy Everett Co/©DreamWorks/Courtesy Everett Co For Peter and Sydney, the protagonists of the …

I Love You, Man writer and director John Hamburg on working with "delightful human beings" Rush

Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Writer and director John Hamburg has shared his memories of working with Rush on his hit 2009 bromance I Love You, Man, starring Paul Rudd, Jason Segel and Rashida …

See Drum-Cam Video Of RUSH's Entire First Madison Square Garden Concert With Drummer ANIKA NILLES

The TapeheadToo channel on YouTube has uploaded drum-cam video of RUSH's entire July 28 concert at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The performance was the first of four sold-out Madison Square Garden shows of the "Fifty Something" …

“I was struggling. I had a real problem with alcohol again”: Napalm Death’s Shane Embury goes prog to search his soul

Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Shane Embury is arguably best known for making a horrible racket. As bassist with Brummie grindcore legends Napalm Death, he has been terrorising audiences since the …

Want to see RUSH at MSG this week? We found discounted last-minute tickets

SeatGeek is the official music concert Ticketing Partner of the New York Post. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Geddy Lee is about to touch …

International rock tribute band heading to Cumbria to mark anniversary

Moving Pictures, a dedicated tribute to Rush, will perform at Brewery Arts in Kendal on Thursday, September 10, with doors at 7.30pm. Moving Pictures have performed across the UK, Europe, Brazil and Canada. Their international appearances include a special …

Review: With a new drummer and a tribute to Neil Peart, a resurgent Rush gets back to work

Rush’s first direct tribute to late drummer Neil Peart arrived before the second song on Thursday night at a packed United Center, where the band is playing a series of four concerts through next Wednesday. Peart was the Canadian group’s drummer until his …

Barenaked Ladies hoping to onboard new fans during summer Train ride

After years of curating a touring package called Last Summer on Earth, Barenaked Ladies has been hit with what co-founder and frontman Ed Robertson calls “definitely some wrath of God-type” weather this season. That’s even though the Toronto quartet — a …

Tribute band praised by drummer's family to play special anniversary show

Moving Pictures will take the Old Fire Station stage on February 4, 2027, to celebrate 50 years of the iconic album A Farewell to Kings. The Carlisle show will feature songs from all eras of the legendary Canadian rock band, including both deep cuts and …

The 5 Best Songs With Epic Drum Solos At The Beginning

There are plenty of drum solos that give us chills every time we listen. But even those usually know when to wait their turn, coming in later in the piece after the vocalist and melodic instruments have all had a chance to shine. Done right, a good drum …

18-Year-Old Country Star Tristan Roberson Releases Sophomore Album 'Down For The Ride'

FRISCO, TX, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At just 18 years old, Tristan Roberson has already established himself as one of the brightest young names in modern country music. Now, the Texas-born singer-songwriter, multi- …

Heavy Set Woman Push Boundaries With Hope-Filled New Single 'Girl'

SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Heavy Set Woman continues to follow their own creative compass with the release of their latest single, 'Girl', an infectious pop-rap anthem that pairs upbeat energy with heartfelt …

Mobile's Rising R&B Artist Sapphire Dey Continues Building Momentum with Breakout Single 'Let Me Stay'

Sapphire Dey's "Let Me Stay," a heartfelt record that continues introducing new audiences to an artist whose music feels both timeless and refreshingly current MOBILE, AL, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Every …

Fab Morvan of Milli Vanilli has The New Yorker Feature as well as Upcoming Memoir, Hulu Documentary and New Music

The New Yorker’s “Fab Morvan Takes Back His Voice” NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Photo Credit: Jonas Ernst FOLLOWING THE NEW YORKER FEATURE, FAB MORVAN LOOKS AHEAD WITH MEMOIR, DOCUMENTARY, AND NEW MUSIC …

The Ashley Sisters Invite Fans to Follow the Clues Ahead of Their Upcoming Release

An interactive personality quiz transforms the sisters’ latest music announcement into a curiosity-driven fan experience NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Ashley Sisters are giving fans a new way to discover …

HIP-HOP EDUCATION CENTER AND NATIONAL GRID LAUNCH INAUGURAL POWER THE FUTURE FELLOWS COHORT AT BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY

Hip-Hop pioneer Special Ed joins as a mentor in a new fellowship pairing MC-ing, beatmaking, & filmmaking with STEAM careers. BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Tuesday, August 18, the Hip-Hop Education …

Kirin Mastering Releases Kirin OS 1.0 for Audio Measurement and Comparison

The macOS and Windows desktop app keeps measurements, stems, revisions and production records with each song, with a full-featured 14-day evaluation. KANAGAWA, JAPAN, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kirin Mastering has released Kirin OS 1.0 …

Encore Elite Redefines VIP Event Management With a New Standard of Excellence: Creating First-Class Experiences for Fans

New experiential management company elevates celebrity, executive, and VIP events by replacing chaos with concierge-level excellence PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Every unforgettable event has one thing in …

45 Years of Cowpunk: How Jason & the Scorchers Changed American Music Forever

On the 45th anniversary of their founding, one of Nashville's most influential bands gets the recognition it always deserved. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On July 4, 1981, a 22-year-old from an Illinois hog farm …

Syng Announces Ceiling Mount for Cell Alpha Speakers to Enable Overhead Spatial Audio

The new Ceiling Mount for Syng Cell Alpha brings flexible placement and uninterrupted spatial audio to any room. Pre-orders ship in September. VENICE, CA, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Syng, the pioneering audio company …

Mobile Recording Artist Tiffany Michelle Inspires Listeners to Embrace Their God-Given Identity with ‘Best of Me’

MOBILE, AL, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Some artists entertain. Others encourage. Then there are artists whose music serves as a reminder that every setback has the potential to become a testimony. Recording artist Tiffany …

RBmedia Acquires Boldwood Books

LANDOVER, MD, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RBmedia, the largest audiobook publisher in the world, and Boldwood Books, an award-winning independent fiction publisher based in the United Kingdom, today announced that RBmedia …

Museum of Christian & Gospel Music Launches New Website As It Expands with Exclusive Live Events and Experiences

The Museum of Christian & Gospel Music invites everyone to experience the rich legacy of Christian and Gospel music with the launch of its new website. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Museum of …

Medieval Media Begins Building a Community-First Home for Fantasy Fans and Creators

Founder & CEO Michael Gemmati assembles a complementary founding team across brand and storytelling, product design, platform engineering and media operations. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Medieval Media ( …

C.M. James Opens The Black Book With 30-Day Album Campaign

The C.M. Files: The Black Book arrives Sept. 4 through C.M. Jaye Music, expanding music, stories and visuals inside The LiteraVerse. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One month before release day, award-winning …

Chest Fever Debuts New Single “CARAVAN” from The 21st Century Last Waltz – Live at Massey Hall

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Chest Fever officially releases “Caravan”, the latest single from their upcoming album The 21st Century LAST WALTZ – Live At Massey Hall. The single comes with a corresponding live …

VSDC Free Video Editor Introduces Comprehensive HDR Support and Advanced Toolset

VSDC free video editor with full HDR support, pro color tools, tracking, masking and export to any format including 4K/8K. No watermarks on export! SOFIA, BULGARIA, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VSDC, a full-featured free video editor …

Bottle Rocket Records Teams With Country Soul Artist Extraordinaire Brei Carter

Just Out! Brei's New Single "Weed Wacker" HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Just out! The gorgeous aspiring country soul artist Brei Carter’s newest release “Weed Wacker” enters the retail market …

Qwoted Partners With The Podcast Academy to Help Podcasters Find Better Guests and Grow Their Audience

Free access to Qwoted gives podcast hosts and producers a faster way to discover credible expert voices, create stronger episodes, and reach new listeners. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Qwoted, the expert …

Texas Mead & Music Festival to Make North Texas Debut Sept. 19 at Scarborough Faire

Tickets on sale now for the Sept. 19 Texas Mead & Music Festival, 1-7 p.m. at Scarborough Faire, with mead, music and artisans. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Before beer was brewed and before wine became …