Trucker’s Rock Report for May 19th on 102.5 KZOK
The Offspring has revealed plans for two upcoming shows that will focus on their older “punk” music at exclusive events in Quebec. The band acknowledged the growing demand for songs not included in their regular setlists and decided to dedicate these shows entirely to their classic punk music. The concerts are scheduled for August 3rd in Quebec City and August 5th in Montreal, with tickets set to go on sale this Friday.
SHINEDOWN has achieved its 25th No. 1 on the Mediabase Active Rock chart with their latest single, “Safe And Sound,” making history as the band with the most No. 1 songs in the chart’s history. Coinciding with their success, SHINEDOWN will release their new album, “Ei8ht,” on May 29. The band looks forward to showcasing their evolution while staying true to their distinctive sound and energy during their upcoming “Dance Kid Dance Act II” world tour this summer.
John 5 of MÖTLEY CRÜE addressed rumors about the band’s live performances, emphasizing that all instrumental parts are played live, with only backing vocals and orchestral tracks pre-recorded. The ongoing dispute involving Mick Mars and the use of backing tracks centers on differing accounts of the band’s live setup and Mars’s health-related absence from touring.
Def Leppard is set to release two editions of Greatest Hits on vinyl, including a standard black version and a special blood red marbled version on June 12. The band recently concluded a successful residency in Las Vegas, toured India, and released a new single titled “Rejoice.” Frontman Joe Elliott revealed that the band is working on a new studio album, promising a mix of fast and slow songs, some featuring piano elements. Def Leppard is gearing up for a tour across the UK and Europe with special guests Extreme, culminating in a headline show at The O2 in London.
HALESTORM’s Lzzy Hale expressed enthusiasm about the band’s upcoming North American tour with BABYMETAL as a unique and exciting opportunity. The band, known for their captivating live performances and musical talent, released their most recent album, “Everest,” in August 2021. HALESTORM looks forward to a blend of live shows, studio work, and personal downtime as they prepare for their musical endeavors.
Queen’s movie “Bohemian Rhapsody” faces competition from the recent release of “Michael,” a biopic about Michael Jackson, which has grossed significant box office revenue. Despite this, “Bohemian Rhapsody” remains the highest-grossing musician biopic to date. The film industry awaits to see if “Michael” can surpass the popularity of other musician biopics like “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “Elvis.”
Various British music industry figures, including Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Elton John, are featured in the Top 10 wealthiest British musicians according to England’s Sunday Times Magazine. Additionally, Elton John received recognition for his philanthropic efforts through the Elton John AIDS Foundation, which has raised over $650 million since its inception in 1992.
Noel Gallagher of OASIS expressed surprise at making the wealthiest British musicians list, along with his brother Liam Gallagher, thanks to the success of their recent reunion tour. Will Nelson also received recognition for his work with Farm Aid, highlighting the musicians’ contributions to philanthropy and the music industry.