AC/DC Reveals New US Tour in Big Rig ROCK Report 11.3
AC/DC has recently announced their plans to bring their Power Up tour back to North America in 2026, marking a second consecutive year of touring. The tour is set to kick off on July 11th in Charlotte, North Carolina, with a total of 17 shows scheduled until September 29th in Philadelphia. Fans can grab their tickets for the tour starting on November 7th at 10 a.m. ET, except for the shows in Denver, Las Vegas, and Philadelphia, where tickets will be available at noon local time.
After the official end of Rush in 2015, the band faced the challenge of reuniting, as their support system disbanded along with them. Geddy Lee revealed that the reassembly process involved rebuilding everything from scratch, including crew and management. Geddy has been busy in Los Angeles working on the setlist for the upcoming tour, which promises to feature over 38 songs with a plan to switch up the setlist every night. The “Fifty Something” tour will commence on June 7th at the Forum in Inglewood, California.
Geddy Lee, an avid baseball fan, returned to Toronto to support his home team, the Blue Jays, during the World Series. While the Jays did not secure a victory, Geddy admired the unexpected performance of the team, noting the contributions of the young and unsung hitters. Despite the loss, Geddy remains proud to be a Blue Jays fan, recalling the team’s previous World Series victories in 1992 and 1993.
The passing of Mike Fisher, guitarist, and co-founder of Heart, left a lasting impact on the band and its members. Ann and Nancy Wilson credited Fisher as the inspiration behind the iconic song “Magic Man” and praised his instrumental role in shaping Heart’s early success. Reflecting on his influence, Nancy recalled the positive impact Fisher had on the band’s legacy and expressed her gratitude for his contributions.
Howl Owl Howl, a new supergroup featuring Darius Rucker, Mike Mills, and Steve Gorman, recently released their debut single, “My Cologne.” The track showcases a unique blend of musical influences, drawing inspiration from 80s era R.E.M. and pop sensations like Ariana Grande. Mills revealed that the song was inspired by Grande’s 2018 hit “R.E.M.” and the humorous connection to her perfume line.
During a recent show in Melbourne, Liam Gallagher of Oasis was displeased when a fan set off a flare in the audience during their performance of “Champagne Supernova.” Addressing the incident, Liam scolded the fan and later took to social media to express his disapproval, warning that the individual would face consequences for their actions.
In the realm of rare recordings, legendary bands like The Rolling Stones, The Who, KISS, and Mötley Crüe have left a lasting impact on the music industry. Their extensive discography and timeless appeal continue to attract fans worldwide, cementing their status as iconic figures in rock history. These bands have paved the way for future generations of musicians, inspiring countless artists with their groundbreaking sound and electrifying performances.