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Your Week In Rock: 1-28-25

1. AC/DC Announces 2025 'Power Up Tour'
   
   

• AC/DC has announced a North American stadium tour in 2025, named the 'Power Up Tour'. It's their first tour in the region since 2016, with 13 shows supporting their 2020 album "Power Up". The Pretty Reckless will join them as special guests. Notable stops include Foxborough, MA, on May 4, Minneapolis on April 10, Las Vegas on April 26, Detroit on April 30, Pittsburgh on May 8, and Chicago on May 24. Tickets go on sale on December 6 through Vivid Seats, where prices may vary. The tour follows their successful 'Power Trip Tour' in Europe earlier this year. The band's current lineup features Angus Young, Brian Johnson, Stevie Young, Matt Laug, and Chris Chaney. The tour will feature hits like "Thunderstruck" and "Highway to Hell". citeturn0news16

Slipknot Rumored to Headline Download Festival 2025

• Fans of the Download Festival believe they have identified Slipknot as a headlining act for the 2025 festival. The heavy metal band recently released their tour dates for 2025, showing a gap that coincides with the festival's dates in June. Fans noted similarities to Slipknot's past scheduling patterns, supporting the theory. The band, famous for their intense performances and elaborate costumes, has achieved global success since forming in 1995. Currently on a world tour celebrating their 25th anniversary, Slipknot is scheduled to perform across Europe, including countries such as Austria, France, Denmark, Italy, and Spain. Shawn Crahan, known as 'Clown', expressed excitement about continuing their anniversary celebrations in Europe and the UK, promising an unprecedented energy. citeturn0news18

Bonnie Tyler Joins Marenostrum Fuengirola's 10th Anniversary Lineup

• Bonnie Tyler se ha unido al décimo aniversario del festival Marenostrum Fuengirola, programado para el 14 de agosto de 2025 en el escenario Fundación Unicaja / castillo Sohail en Fuengirola. La famosa cantante británica interpretará éxitos como "Total Eclipse of the Heart" y canciones de su último álbum "The Best Is Yet to Come." Tyler, con una carrera de 50 años, ha recibido múltiples premios y reconocimiento mundial. Además, el festival Sun and Thunder también regresa a Marenostrum Fuengirola con una impresionante alineación de bandas de heavy metal como Kreator, W.A.S.P., Accept, y más. También estarán presentes bandas españolas como Saurom y Kabrones!!!. La venta de entradas comenzará el 27 de noviembre de 2024, con precios iniciales reducidos. citeturn0news20

Anthrax Completes Writing for New Album

• Anthrax has completed writing "13 or 14 songs" for their upcoming album, as reported by Louder Sound on August 19, 2024. The band is preparing to enter the studio to record the follow-up to their 2016 release, "For All Kings." Fans are eagerly anticipating new material from the thrash metal legends.

Ozzy Osbourne Inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

• On April 21, 2024, Ozzy Osbourne was officially announced among the 2024 inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This recognition honors his extensive contributions to heavy metal both as a solo artist and as the lead vocalist of Black Sabbath.

Slipknot Confirms Eloy Casagrande as New Drummer

• After months of speculation, Slipknot officially confirmed Eloy Casagrande, formerly of Sepultura, as their new drummer on April 30, 2024. Casagrande replaces Jay Weinberg and is expected to bring a fresh dynamic to the band's rhythm section.

Power Trip Returns with New Vocalist

• On June 6, 2024, Power Trip played their first show since the passing of original frontman Riley Gale in 2020. The performance at The Glass House in Pomona, California, introduced Seth Gilmore as the band's new vocalist, marking a new chapter for the thrash metal outfit.

Chimaira Performs First Festival in 14 Years

• Chimaira performed at the 2024 Inkcarceration Fest on July 19, marking their first festival concert in 14 years. The band's return to the stage was highly anticipated by fans of their metalcore sound.

Kreator's Set Cut Short at 'Big Teutonic Four' Concert

• On July 20, 2024, the "Big Teutonic Four"—Kreator, Sodom, Destruction, and Tankard—performed together for the first time at the Klash of the Ruhrpott festival in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. However, Kreator's headlining set was cut short after 10 songs due to a severe weather warning, which was followed by a thunderstorm.

Dimmu Borgir Guitarist Galder Departs Band

• Longtime Dimmu Borgir guitarist Galder announced his departure from the band on August 18, 2024, to focus more on his own band, Old Man's Child. Galder had been a member of the Norwegian symphonic black metal band since 2000.

Here are ten classic rock news items from this week that may interest your podcast audience:

1. Tom Jones Announces 2025 'Defy Expectations' Tour
   
   

• Tom Jones, who will turn 85 in June, has announced his 'Defy Expectations Tour' for 2025, covering venues across North America, including a show in Red Bank, NJ, on April 21. Tickets go on sale on January 31. citeturn0news10

Toto's Resurgence Following 'Stranger Things' Feature

• Toto has experienced a significant resurgence in popularity, thanks in part to the inclusion of their song "Africa" in modern pop culture phenomena like the series Stranger Things. The band reflects on this newfound fame and their upcoming world tour. citeturn0news11

The Eagles Set for Las Vegas Residency in February

• The Eagles will continue their 'Live In Concert at Sphere' residency in Las Vegas with performances on February 14-15 and 21-22. Tickets are currently available, starting at $257 before fees. citeturn0news12

Alice Cooper Announces One-Off Show in Scotland

• Alice Cooper will perform at the Edinburgh Playhouse on June 23, 2025, marking his first return to the venue in over 20 years. Tickets will be available starting January 31, 2025. citeturn0news13

2025 Grammy Awards Predictions

• The 2025 Grammy Awards are set to proceed amidst the backdrop of wildfires in Los Angeles. This year's lineup features well-known artists such as Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar, and Beyoncé, alongside rising stars like Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan. Key predictions include Sabrina Carpenter likely winning Record of the Year for "Espresso" and Charli XCX's "Brat" taking Album of the Year. citeturn0news14

Jonas Brothers Return to Disney for New Christmas Movie

• The Jonas Brothers are returning to their Disney roots with a new Christmas film, "Jonas Brothers Christmas Movie," set to premiere on Disney+ later this year. The film will follow Nick, Joe, and Kevin Jonas as they navigate obstacles trying to travel from London to New York to celebrate the holidays with their families. citeturn0news15

Daryl Hall Announces 2024 Tour with Howard Jones

• Daryl Hall of Hall & Oates fame will be touring in 2024 alongside '80s star Howard Jones, covering eight cities in November and culminating in Atlantic City on Nov. 23. Tickets are available now, with official sales starting Friday, Sept. 20. citeturn0news16

Rediscovered Tina Turner Track Released

• A previously unreleased track by Tina Turner, "Hot for You Baby," from her iconic 1984 album "Private Dancer," has surfaced in a new edition of the album. Critics note that this song, which didn't make the original cut, lacks the extraordinary quality of her other hits. citeturn0news17

Chris Burney Retires from Bowling for Soup

• Chris Burney, guitarist and co-founder of the rock band Bowling For Soup, announced his retirement from the band due to health concerns after 30 years of performing. The band will continue as a trio without replacing Burney. citeturn0news18

Garth Hudson of The Band Passes Away at 87

• Garth Hudson, an influential member of The Band, passed away at 87 years old. Known for his skills on the Lowrey organ, synthesizers, accordion, and woodwind, Hudson was a key contributor to classics like "The Weight" and "I Shall Be Released." citeturn0news19

Rock & Roll Birthday Shout Outs: Sarah McLachlan, Dave Sharpe(The Alarm), WIliam Nelson “Willy Bass” (Funkadelic and many others), Ronnie Scott

 

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