Many parents often think about when to introduce their children to a musical instrument, like the guitar. Playing it at a young age has countless benefits. The guitar also makes it easy for kids to play music, and they might just find their lifelong passion in it.
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The blues-rock siren with a voice that scorches souls is sailing back to British shores: Beth Hart has announced her “You Still Got Me” UK Tour, a five-night joyride kicking off May 15, 2026, at Bristol Beacon.
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Sam Rivers, the co-founding bassist for nu-metal band Limp Bizkit, has passed away at the age of 48. A foundational force, Rivers was hailed by his bandmates as “pure magic” and “the pulse beneath every song.” Learn about his health battle, his split, and his incredible legacy of groove.
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Rock icons Bon Jovi featuring Robbie Williams on their powerful new anthem, ‘We Made It Look Easy.’ This unexpected collaboration is the latest preview of the celebrity-packed Forever (Legendary Edition) album, which drops on October 24.
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The city of Birmingham has posthumously awarded Ozzy Osbourne a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Birmingham Awards. Daughter Kelly Osbourne accepted the emotional tribute, reinforcing the rock legend’s deep connection to his hometown, which also granted him the Freedom of the City earlier this year.
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Panic Shack tore through Nottingham’s Rescue Rooms with a ferocious, funny, and utterly brilliant punk show, cementing their status as a must-see live act.
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Muddi Brooke made their dream debut supporting Reef at Rock City Nottingham, delivering a booming, high-octane alt-grunge set. Tracks like ‘ADHD’ and the new song ‘Get Away’ showed why the Derby trio, currently working with Luke Morley, is poised for major success.
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Hollow Souls, led by Kris Barras and Josiah J. Manning, launched their UK tour with a thunderous set at Chesterfield’s Real Time Live. This explosive Hollow Souls live gig showcased heavy blues-rock fusion, featuring dual vocals, KBB classics, and a thrilling final jam with Troy Redfern.
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The world of rock mourns the death of Ace Frehley, KISS guitarist and co-founder, aged 74. Known as “Space Ace,” his signature riffs and theatrical showmanship were essential to the band’s legendary rise to global stardom.
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This Ally Venable Gig Review confirms she is the queen of modern blues rock. Witnessing her fiery Texas grit, incredible guitar shredding, and powerful tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan at Nottingham’s The Bodega was an absolute masterclass.
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