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California’s annual Outside Lands Music Festival in San Francisco is gearing up for its 2026 iteration, with big names like The Strokes, Charli XCX, and RUFUS DU SOL set to take the stage at Golden Gate Park from August 7th to 9th. The highly anticipated event will also feature a diverse lineup, including acts like The XX, Turnstile, Baby Keen, Djo, and more. Tickets for the festival go on sale this week on the festival’s official website.
Meanwhile, heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne is set to receive a towering six-meter statue at the upcoming Hellfest in France on June 18th, a gesture that has drawn excitement and appreciation from his wife, Sharon Osbourne. This tribute follows a similar honor bestowed on the late Lemmy Kilmister of Mötörhead at the festival in 2022.
Eddie Vedder of Pearl Jam recently appeared on The Howard Stern Show, where he discussed moments of vulnerability on stage and extended an invite to Stern to perform with the band at Madison Square Garden. Vedder also shared details about his Netflix documentary, “Matter of Time,” which sheds light on his advocacy work for epidermolysis bullosa (EB).
In a surprising turn of events, Noel Gallagher raved about the recent Oasis reunion shows, citing them as the band’s best performances to date. The elder Gallagher brother expressed gratitude for the overwhelming response and success during the tour, especially highlighting the emotional significance of the Manchester show. The members of Oasis are currently working on a documentary to capture the essence of their unforgettable tour experience.
Meanwhile, Josh Katz, the frontman of Badflower, encountered vocal issues during a recent show in Salt Lake City, prompting concerns about the future of their tour. However, Katz clarified that the tour would proceed as planned despite the setbacks, attributing his onstage breakdown to stress and vocal strain. The band’s tour is slated to continue, with Katz expressing gratitude for the support he has received.
Metallica fans are in for a treat as the band recently announced six additional shows for their Vegas Sphere residency, confirming dates in October 8 & 10, November 5 & 7, and January 28 & 30, 2027. The band also teased their upcoming fan club presales for these new dates to the excitement of die-hard fans.
On a different note, Sharon Osbourne hinted at the revival of Ozzfest during the recent MIDEM 2026 conference, affirming that the heavy metal festival would return in the foreseeable future. This announcement comes on the heels of Osbourne’s eagerness to bring back the iconic festival, which last took place in 2018 before her husband’s illness.
Lastly, legendary rock duo Guess Who, comprising Randy Bachman and Burton Cummings, announced their long-awaited Takin’ It Back Tour, a U.S. venture that marks their first American tour in over two decades. The upcoming tour, set to kick off on June 25th in Minnesota, promises to deliver a nostalgic experience for fans of the iconic duo. Cummings and Bachman expressed their anticipation and gratitude for reuniting on stage, highlighting the enduring magic of their musical partnership.