Ray and Dave Davies are the focus of a new London exhibition titled “The Kinks: Brothers”. Artist Christian Furr has reimagined their 1968 passport photo in a series of paintings and prints. The works, which are signed by the band and artist, will be displayed and sold at Gibson Garage London this summer.

A U.K. charity shop discovered a signed copy of his book “In His Own Words” among donated items. Initially overlooked for months, it later sold for over $1,000 at auction. Proceeds will help humanitarian relief efforts, including earthquake support.

Ringo Starr wants you to remember his birthday on Tuesday. He posted a vid a few days ago, reminding us that he’ll once again be hosting his annual Peace & Love birthday celebration today, marking his 86th birthday. Quote: “I invite anyone who wants to join me in spreading Peace and Love…by posting, saying, or even just thinking: ‘Peace and Love’ at noon… wherever you are! Peace and Love at noon!” LINK: https://tinyurl.com/4578da5s

A year after they reunited to kick off their world tour in Wales, fans can see their first performance together in 16 years on the big screen. Disney has released the teaser for the documentary “Don’t Look Back in Anger”, following their highly-anticipated reunion for last year’s “Oasis Live ’25” sold-out world tour. It’ll premiere in theaters this September. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/kdvnxt26

The Rolling Stones have launched a streaming “World Cup,” turning Spotify plays into a global competition. 30 countries will compete by streaming the band’s music, with points tracked over 4 weeks. Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood each captain teams of nations, and the winning country will be crowned the Stones’ top streaming nation. LINK: https://world-cup.rollingstones.com/

 

He may have retired from the stage in 2023, but a report says he’ll continue delivering live performances as a hologram. Unnamed sources say he signed a 7-figure deal to license his likeness for a hologram residency at the Hard Rock Hotel in Vegas, starting in 2027. The shows will use “cutting-edge technology”, and will also feature cameos by Dua Lipa and Kiki Dee, according to the report.

Madonna launched immersive pop-up experiences in New York, Los Angeles and London to promote “Confessions II”. The events feature themed visuals, merchandise and interactive spaces tied to the new album, which was released on Friday. The project continues the legacy of her 2005 Confessions on a Dance Floor era. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/y3nf4dyh

Their music will be the subject of a new ballet opening in the band’s native Australia. The Queensland Ballet has teamed with HOTA, Home of the Arts, Gold Coast, for the contemporary ballet “Elegantly Wasted”, featuring dance interpretations of the band’s songs.

 

Bryan Adams has announced that on Wednesday, Canada Day, he’ll release the tune ‘The 51st State’. The title appears to be a reference to President Trump’s suggestion that Canada should become part of the United States. BTW, Adams’ caption on his IG post: “We’ll never be.” LINK: https://tinyurl.com/yy8w56r5

Lionel Richie postponed 2 concerts after enduring a health scare during his Wednesday show, and subsequently being hospitalized. After docs told him to rest, his Friday show in Chicago and Saturday concert in Columbus OH were postponed — no makeup dates announced yet. He’s scheduled to return to the stage tomorrow in Pittsburgh.

Roger Taylor will drop his new solo album “Violence Insane in a Beautiful World” on Sept. 18. Taylor quote: “There is a theme…it’s in the title really, what a beautiful world we live in, don’t (frig) it up.” The song ‘Come On Summer (It’s Time To Party)’, featuring The Ndlovu Youth Choir from South Africa, is available now. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/2jrzrptc

The Rolling Stones have announced another collab in connection with their upcoming album “Foreign Tongues”. They’ve teamed with Marvel for 5 collectible vinyl variants, inspired by ‘Spider-Man’, ‘Captain America’, ‘Wolverine’, ‘Thor’ and ‘The Hulk’. Each comes with a custom comic book insert, and special artwork. The Stones previously announced a collab with FIFA. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/4548hjpe

Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi has been named an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours. 78-year-old Iommi is being recognized for his services to music and charity. He posted: “What an unbelievable honour to receive an MBE.” Having been diagnosed with lymphoma in 2012, he became an advocate for cancer patients. He has also dedicated himself to humanitarian work such as international disaster relief.

Foreigner has dropped a cover of Simon & Garfunkel’s classic ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’. It’s the latest song to be released from their upcoming live album “In the Eye of the Storm”, out July 24. The group is currently on a European tour, and will kick off their “Double Trouble Double Vision” tour with Lynyrd Skynyrd on July 23 in Alpharetta, Georgia. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/65kh92ht

 The Who is celebrating the 50th anniversary of their “Who Put the Boot In” tour with a set of limited-edition soccer jerseys (or football jerseys, as they say in the UK). Why soccer jerseys? The tour saw the band playing 3 different UK football stadiums: Charlton, Celtic Park, and Vetch Field. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/2sycw4t9

Stevie Nicks made a major donation to University of Southern California to help reach a $3 million fundraising goal for an endowed chair at the Keck School of Medicine at USC. It’s to honor Dr. Joseph Sugerman, Nicks’ longtime ear, nose and throat specialist. She credits him with keeping her legendary pipes healthy “Through late nights on the road, years of touring, (and) hours in the recording studio.”

His estate dropped the unreleased song ‘Stone’ on Friday. It is a 1995 recording taken from the archives, and will appear on the 10-song album “Timeless”, out Aug. 28. The tracklist spans from 1977-2016, the first time a collection of Prince songs has included every iconic phase of his career. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/5y55mz6z

At Friday’s premiere of “Confessions II”, Tribeca Film Fest organizers told fans to expect: “an ambitious visual work exceeding 10 minutes, built around the first 6 tracks of Madonna’s forthcoming album.” They ended up seeing “a surrealistic polyptych of women with lasers shooting out of their private parts, Benedict Cumberbatch voguing in a bathroom, and Madonna in her various personae”, according to Rolling Stone.

Belinda Carlisle and Kathy Valentine are taking part in the upcoming 4th edition of the Women’s Rock ‘N’ Roll Fantasy Camp. It takes place Nov. 5-8 in Los Angeles, and will also feature Cherie Currie of The Runaways and Kate Pierson of The B-52’s. Campers will get to jam with the all-star guests, culminating in performances at the famed Whisky a Go Go and Viper Room in LA. LINK: RockCamp.com

 

Foreigner will release “In The Eye of the Storm” on July 24th. Fans can purchase the new album with exclusively signed vinyl and CD inserts by band members Jeff Pilson, Luis Maldonado, Bruce Watson, Michael Bluestein, Chris Frazier, and John Roth. A limited number of signed inserts by OG singer Lou Gramm will be inserted at random. LINK: https://shorturl.at/TbdOJ

Madonna is a pop legend, but she hasn’t forgotten where she came from. She’s teaming up with loyalty program Bilt to cover one month of studio rent for all musicians who are currently leasing space at The Music Building in Manhattan. Madonna herself used to play in that same rehearsal facility when she started building her career in the 1970s.

Frontman Dennis Locorriere died Saturday at 76, following a battle with kidney disease. Dr. Hook had more than 60 gold and platinum singles. Among their major hits are: ‘The Cover of ‘Rolling Stone’, ‘Sylvia’s Mother’, and ‘Sharing the Night Together’.

 More than 50 years after it set them on the path to superstardom, “Queen II” has been remixed, remastered, and expanded into the 5 CD/2 LP “Queen II Collector’s Edition” box set. It is out now, with Brian May and Roger Taylor serving as executive producers. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/mr3cub7c

Billy Idol will receive a lifetime achievement award at the American Music Awards on May 25th. The punk rock icon joins previous recipients Diana Ross and Rod Stewart in receiving this honor. The recognition comes weeks after Idol's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction alongside Phil Collins, Oasis and Wu-Tang Clan. Dick Clark Productions executives called Idol "a true rock legend whose influence has transcended generations and genres." The '80s rock star created hits including "Rebel Yell," "Dancing With Myself" and "White Wedding." He released Dream Into It, his first album in over a decade, last year. Idol will perform a medley during the ceremony, marking his first AMA performance and first appearance since 2004. Queen Latifah hosts the show airing live from MGM Grand Arena on CBS and Paramount+ at 5 p.m. PST.

Gene Simmons says they’re back in the studio. In a video released by Sienna Hernandez, host of the Kiss-themed online show “Kiss By Sienna”, Simmons says: “We just recorded a new song…that Paul wrote. I can't tell you more about it. And that'll be coming out at some point." He also revealed he's working on a documentary about the band's “End Of The Road tour”, which ran from 2019-23.