Metallica is hosting a ‘worldwide listening party’ for its upcoming album 72 Seasons. The global premiere will be held April 13th – one day before the album’s release – in movie theaters around the world. The full album will be played in surround sound, along with a music video for each song and special commentary…… MORE
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Disney Announces U2 Documentary
Disney+ is releasing a new U2 documentary in which viewers will see David Letterman travel to Dublin to hang out with Bono and The Edge. Letterman will reportedly “join the two U2 musicians for a concert performance unlike any they’ve done before.” Disney said, “Bono and The Edge are the force behind one of the…… MORE
Grand Rapids Griffins sporting Grateful Dead-themed jerseys tonight and they’re AWESOME
Tonight at Van Andel Arena, the Grand Rapids Griffins take on the Springfield Thunderbirds. But tonight isn’t just any night at the Van. It’s a Grateful Dead Tribute Night, so they are dressing accordingly. Over the years, the Griffins have had some awesome jersey designs. This one might take the cake. Here’s a closer look.…… MORE
Pink Floyd To Release “Dark Side Of The Moon” Anniversary Set
Pink Floyd is celebrating 50 years on “The Dark Side Of The Moon.” London publisher Thames & Hudson has announced they will release a “luxury” box set and a book that commemorates five decades since the album’s release. The book will include exclusive photos from the group’s 1972-1975 tour in support of the album, while…… MORE
Check out the Classic Rock 97 LAV Swag Shop
Thanks for visiting the Classic Rock 97 LAV website! Now that we have your full and undivided attention, be sure to browse through the Classic Rock 97 LAV Swag Shop! We have all sorts of exclusive wearables that includes shirts, hoodies, mugs, and more, all available with our station and morning show logos in various…… MORE
Paul McCartney Was Nearly Run Over While Re-Creating ‘Abbey Road’ Cover
Paul McCartney was nearly run over during the making of his daughter’s Abbey Road documentary If These Walls Could Sing. The moment is captured in the film – McCartney is crossing the street in an attempt to re-create the iconic Abbey Road album cover, when an oncoming car fails to stop for the 80-year-old Beatles…… MORE
Nirvana to Receive Lifetime Achievement Grammy
Nirvana will be getting a Grammy this year! The band will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammy Awards’ Special Merit Ceremony on February 4. The band will join the likes of Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart, The Supremes, Nile Rodgers, Ma Rainey, Slick Rick, and Bobby McFerrin in receiving the honor. Nirvana…… MORE
Keyboardist Gregg Rolie To Return For Journey’s 50th Anniversary Tour
More than 42 years after he left Journey, keyboardist Gregg Rolie is returning to the band, co-founder Neal Schon has confirmed. Schon, who announced Journey’s 50th anniversary tour on Facebook Wednesday, made the revelation in response to a fan who wrote, “Please tell me Gregg Rolie is coming along for the ride!” Schon responded, “You’ll…… MORE
Rock albums turning 50 years old
Many iconic albums are turning 50 years old this year. “Dark Side of the Moon” from Pink Floyd Queen’s debut album “Queen” “Aladdin Sane” from David Bowie “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” from Elton John “Band on the Run” by Paul McCartney and Wings… MORE
Foo Fighters to Carry On as ‘Different Band’ After Taylor Hawkins’ Death
After drummer Taylor Hawkins passed away last year while on tour, the Foo Fighters announced that they would still exist, although as a “different” band. The rock group referred to 2022 as “the most difficult and tragic year” they had ever experienced in a statement posted on Instagram over the weekend. In that post, they…… MORE
