UFO's ‘The Wild, The Willing And The Innocent’ Expanded & Remastered For May Release

 

Chrysalis Records is reissuing UFO's 1981 album The Wild, The Willing and The Innocent as a triple LP and double CD on May 1. The new remastering comes from the original tape transfers. Originally released on January 16, 1981, the album blends soaring melodies, powerful performances, and Phil Mogg’s unmistakable voice. The lineup had modified a little with the debut of keyboardist/guitarist Neil Carter, replacing Paul Raymond. Carter also supplied backing vocal and saxophone on "Lonely Heart."

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Mogg recalls: “Neil had a box of tricks. Getting the backing vocals was great, though I still don’t think he’s forgiven me for making him play saxophone. He was a great add to the band. Plus, he was a nice bloke.”

Drummer Andy Parker adds: “Neil was just an incredible musician. He brought another energy into the band.”

This deluxe edition also includes a brand-new mix of the previously unreleased Live at the Hammersmith Odeon, recorded on January 29th, 1981, by Brian Kehew, offering an electrifying snapshot of UFO’s energy on stage. Original 7” edits of the two singles "Couldn't Get It Right" and "Lonely Heart" released with this album are included as well as an alternative mix of album standout “It’s Killing Me”.

The set is rounded out with newly written liner notes by Michael Hann, featuring fresh interviews with Phil Mogg and Andy Parker, alongside a collection of previously unseen photographs from the era — making it an essential addition for fans and collectors alike.

Eagles Announce 2026 North American Tour

 

Eagles – Don Henley, Joe Walsh, Timothy B. Schmit, with Vince Gill and Deacon Frey – welcome Tedeschi Trucks Band as special guests for three announced stadium shows: May 5 at Truist Park in  Atlanta, GA;  May 9 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, TN; and May 16 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX.         

Fans who sign up at eagles.com by Monday, March 2, at 10 AM ET are eligible for Eagles Artist Presales thaT begin on Tuesday, March 3, at 10 AM local time,  No codes are needed – access is tied to your Ticketmaster account, and anyone who signs up can join the sale. Additional presale opportunities begin Thursday, March 5, at 10 AM local time. Limited VIP Ticket Packages are available now.

 

In January 2026, the Eagles became the first band to earn Quadruple Diamond certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for sales of more than 40 million units (40x Platinum) of Their Greatest Hits 1971–1975, which remains the best-selling album of all time in the U.S. Additionally, the band’s legendary album, Hotel California, has been re-certified 28x Platinum by the RIAA, scoring the third best-selling album of all time. Before it was certified multi-Diamond, Their Greatest Hits 1971–1975 was the first album ever to be certified Platinum by the RIAA.

 

Grammy-winning Tedeschi Trucks Band will release their sixth studio album Future Soul on March 20. The 12-piece band take to the road on their own headlining tour beginning April 14 in Dallas, after a 10-night run in March at the Beacon Theatre in New York City. Since forming in 2010, TTB has received numerous Americana Music Honors & Awards nominations and won Band of the Year in 2013, 2014, 2017, and 2023 at the Blues Music Awards. They’ve sold out Madison Square Garden and sold over 20 nights at Red Rocks Amphitheatre. 

Final Lineup For 'Cruise To The Edge' 2026 Announced

 

Cruise to the Edge (CTTE) has announced the final artist lineup for its 10th anniversary voyage this March 4 - 9. Last July, promoter On the Blue Cruises, Inc. announced the five-day/five-night full-ship charter cruise is set to sail out of Miami, Florida aboard NCL’s Norwegian Pearl and visit two ports: Key West, Florida and Nassau, Bahamas.

Featuring an array of events and music-filled days with performances from some of the world’s greatest prog rock artists, CTTE ‘26 (dubbed Voyage of Mechanical Resonance) will be headlined by Marillion, Steve Hackett, Big Big Train, and Eddie Jobson. The lineup also includes cruise favorites Symphony X, Adrian Belew, Haken, Lifesigns, The Flower Kings, Queensrÿche, Stick Men, Protocol, alongside cruise newcomers Pete Roth Trio featuring Bill Bruford, Wishbone Ash, Airbag, and newly added Claudio Simonetti’s Goblin, followed by Crown Lands, Klone, Crack the Sky, Randy McStine, and another new addition, Kyros. The lineup keeps building with Earthside, Rendezvous Point, Temic, Baraka, Alex Henry Foster, and the newly added Jane Getter Premonition, then Lari Basilio and another new act, Truce. Closing out the roster are District 97, Dueling Pianos, Marbin, and the final two additions: Dave Kerzner and Friends and Estronaut. Plus, official cruise hosts Jon Kirkman, Roie Avin, and Mike Dawson will be moderating Q&A’s and activities.

A limited number of cabins are still available, starting at $1,649.00 per person (double occupancy). Government fees, taxes, and merchant fees, are additional and mandatory for all passengers, regardless of age. For booking and more info, visit CruiseToTheEdge.com.

New York City To Co-Name West 8th Street 'Jimi Hendrix Way'

On February 24 at 11:00 AM EST, New York City will officially co-name West 8th Street Jimi Hendrix Way in honor of Jimi Hendrix, marking the storied block where his legendary Electric Lady Studios still stands as one of the most historic and continuously operating recording studios in the city. The street naming, led by NYC District 2 Council Member Harvey Epstein and spearheaded by Experience Hendrix, L.L.C., the Hendrix family–owned company led by Janie Hendrix, with guitarist and writer Jeff Slate, will serve as the public kickoff to a new national education partnership in collaboration with Stevie Van Zandt’s TeachRock. The partnership expands TeachRock’s library of more than 500 free, standards-aligned lessons that use music and popular culture to teach history, social studies, language arts, and other core subjects, with a new, multimedia Hendrix curriculum for middle and high school students.

Joining Council Member Epstein at the ceremony will be TeachRock founder Stevie Van Zandt, Janie Hendrix, President and CEO of Experience Hendrix, L.L.C., and a group of local TeachRock teachers and students, connecting one of rock music’s most hallowed creative landmarks to local classrooms and the national network of educators who will bring this curriculum into their schools.

The new lesson, Jimi Hendrix: Rock’s Trailblazing Innovator and Influential Guitarist, invites students to explore Hendrix’s journey from his Blues and R&B roots to his revolutionary impact on rock music, sound design, and live performance. Through video, interactive tools, and hands-on projects, students examine how Hendrix reshaped creative identity and why his influence continues to resonate more than 50 years later.

“I’m proud to honor the legacy of Jimi Hendrix today,” said Council Member Harvey Epstein. “Our district is a hub of culture, arts, and activism, and Jimi Hendrix embodies this. Not only was he a legendary musician, but he was also a fierce advocate for peace, racial equity and social justice. He revolutionized music just steps away from where we are today, and it is only fitting that these streets now carry his name.”

“Jimi Hendrix didn’t just play guitar — he reimagined what art could be,” agrees Stevie Van Zandt. “I want TeachRock to transport students into that same sense of possibility and discovery I felt the first time I saw Jimi perform. His story, lyrics, and sound remind young people that creativity has no limits.”

The lesson was co-developed with educator and musician John Anthony and features exclusive archival footage and expert interviews provided by Experience Hendrix, L.L.C., including Hendrix’s iconic 1967 Monterey International Pop Festival performance. TeachRock partnered with NYU’s MusEdLab to create interactive tools that allow students to experiment with the guitar effects and sonic innovations that defined Hendrix’s signature sound.

“This collaboration speaks to the heart of our mission — carrying on Jimi’s legacy through education,” said Janie Hendrix, President and CEO of Experience Hendrix, L.L.C. “His music is a powerful gateway for young minds to connect with history, creativity, and their own potential.”

In keeping with TeachRock’s commitment to make education accessible in all classrooms, the free lesson, which meets guidelines of  National Standards for Music Education, National Core Arts Standards, Social Studies standards, and Common Core State Standards, is available now at teachrock.org/lesson/jimi-hendrix-rocks-trailblazing-innovator-and-influential-guitarist/ as part of TeachRock's free curriculum library.

Robin Trower's 'Live! 50th Anniversary Edition' Announced For April Release

Robin Trower celebrates the 50th Anniversary of  Live! on April 3, via Chrysalis Records. Originally issued in 1976, this set recorded at the Stockholm Concert Hall on February 3, 1975, captured the Robin Trower Band (Robin Trower, bassist/singer James Dewar and drummer Bill Lordan) at full throttle with Trower at the peak of his solo powers. Due to the limitations of vinyl at the time, only seven tracks from the show made it onto the original LP. This new anniversary edition finally makes available the full concert for the very first time - newly remixed and restored from the original multi-track tapes for this set.

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Trower's journey as one of rock's most expressive and soulful guitarists began during his time with ‘60s beatmakers The Paramounts and then Procol Harum, but it was when he stepped out on his own that his distinctive brand of funky blues rock truly took flight. After leaving Procol, Trower formed the Robin Trower Band, releasing Twice Removed From Yesterday in 1973 — a confident debut long player that hinted at what was to come.

A year later, Trower’s power trio hit full stride with the release of Bridge of Sighs, an album that not only cemented Trower's reputation as a guitar great but also brought international success, reaching Number 7 in the US Billboard Charts. Over the following years, the band achieved four consecutive gold albums and delivered a run of performances that have since become the stuff of legend.

The 50th Anniversary Edition of Live! includes five previously unreleased tracks from the 1975 Stockholm performance, offering the complete setlist as it was originally performed for the very first time. The recording showcases the electrifying chemistry between Robin Trower, James and Bill Lordan — widely regarded as one of the finest live bands of the era. The set includes live versions of fan favorites like ‘Too Rolling Stoned’, ‘Bridge of Sighs’, ‘Day of the Eagle’, ‘Rock Me Baby’, ‘Lady Love’, ‘Alethea’ and many more, now sounding better than ever.

Listen to "Bridge of Sighs: (Live in Sweden 2026 mix) below.

Available on two CDs, two LPs and a full digital release (same track listing as the two-CD set), the new edition includes the complete 1975 Stockholm performance, featuring both the new 2026 remix and the original 1975 mix. The set also comes with a beautifully put-together booklet, including new liner notes and previously unseen photos from the period — a must-have for fans and collectors alike.

Remixed by Richard Whittaker and fully approved by Robin Trower, Live! features brand-new liner notes by David Sinclair including interviews with Trower and Bill Lordan alongside previously unseen photos.

Ronnie James Dio's 2007-2009 Black Sabbath Run Featured On 'Breaking Out Of Heaven ' Box Set

 

On March 27, Rhino will release Breaking Out Of Heaven 2007–2009, a new collection focusing on the final chapter of Ronnie James Dio’s celebrated tenure with the members of Black Sabbath. Reuniting with Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Vinny Appice under the name Heaven & Hell, the band returned to the stage and studio decades after their original run for an unexpected second act.

Breaking Out Of Heaven 2007–2009 will be available as as seven LP and four CD/Blu-ray box sets. Both editions include an illustrated book with new liner notes by Hugh Gilmour, along with a replica tour book and poster. 

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The collection marks the first time the complete Live From Radio City Music Hall performance appears on vinyl, and features eight tracks making their vinyl debut, including studio recordings from The Dio Years and select live performances. The Blu-ray expands the set with video from Live From Radio City Music Hall and Neon Nights: 30 Years Of Heaven & Hell - Live at Wacken, plus band interviews. 

Check out an HD-upscaled video of “Bible Black” below.

The set follows the band’s reunion run, beginning with their triumphant 2007 New York performance, Live From Radio City Music Hall, followed by the Top 10 studio album The Devil You Know in 2009, and the live album Neon Nights: 30 Years Of Heaven & Hell - Live at Wacken, recorded later that year on tour in Germany.

Van Halen's '5150 (Expanded Edition)' Arriving March 27

Van Halen began a new chapter 40 years ago with the release of 5150, the first album featuring the lineup of Sammy Hagar, Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, and Michael Anthony. 5150 marked the band’s first #1 album with hits like “Why Can’t This Be Love,” “Dreams,” and “Best Of Both Worlds” and continued their streak of multi-Platinum releases.

Rhino will release 5150 (Expanded Edition) on March 27, just days after the album’s 40th anniversary. The LP/3CD/Blu-ray collection includes the 1986 album remastered directly from the original master tapes, overseen by the band’s longtime engineer Donn Landee. Additionally, an Amazon-exclusive green vinyl version will be available the same day.

The set also introduces more than 90 minutes of previously unreleased live recordings from the band’s August 27, 1986 concert at New Haven Veterans Memorial Coliseum in New Haven, Connecticut. These are joined by a selection of rare 7” single edits and extended 12” versions. The Blu-ray includes a new high-definition upgrade of Live Without a Net, Van Halen’s double-Platinum 1986 concert video that was also recorded that same August night in New Haven, along with promotional videos for “Dreams” and “Why Can’t This Be Love.” 

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Standalone versions of 5150 featuring the remastered album and rarities will also be available the same day as a double CD set or a double LP on black vinyl. Ahead of the release, the live version of “Summer Nights” from the New Haven show is available today digitally, as well as featured in the HD remastered video below.

Van Halen recorded 5150 at Eddie Van Halen’s 5150 Studios in California beginning in late 1985. Released on March 24, 1986, the album debuted at the top of the Billboard 200, becoming the band’s first #1 release. It quickly became one of the best-selling albums of Van Halen’s career, earning 6x Platinum certification in the U.S., and was followed by the extensive and highly successful 5150 Tour. On stage, the new lineup focused on new material like “Love Walks In,” “Best Of Both Worlds,” and “Get Up,” while still delivering early VH favorites like “Panama” and “Ain’t Talkin’ ’Bout Love.”