Paul McCartney turned down an offer to be roasted on Netflix before producers selected Kevin Hart for the streaming platform’s latest comedy special. Jeff Ross, the “Roastmaster General” and executive producer, confirmed to Variety that McCartney was approached for the project. “We did ask Paul McCartney at one point. To me, that would be a fantasy roast,” Ross said, adding that a McCartney roast “would be good for the world” because “he is so loved.” Netflix sought another superstar following their successful 2024 Tom Brady roast, which earned an Emmy nomination. The company also considered Will Smith as a potential subject. The Roast Of Kevin Hart aired live Sunday from Los Angeles, hosted by Shane Gillis and featuring celebrities including Chelsea Handler, Pete Davidson, and Dwayne Johnson. (Story URL)
Keith Richards has dismissed the possibility of a Rolling Stones tour in 2026, despite the band’s upcoming album Foreign Tongues set for July 10th release. At a New York City album announcement event, Richards told the Associated Press they could “talk next year” about touring but ruled out 2026 entirely. “Not this year anyway,” he stated when asked about tour plans. Mick Jagger expressed more enthusiasm, saying “I absolutely would love to” tour in support of the new record and hopes to do so “as soon as that’s possible.” The Rolling Stones last toured in 2024 supporting their 2023 album Hackney Diamonds. When asked about maintaining his stage energy at 82, Jagger credited fitness and discipline, noting “if you’re my age you have to really work at it” and acknowledged he “can’t do the things I did when I was 21, but I can do other things.” (Story URL)
KISS bassist Gene Simmons will host the Gene Simmons’ Legends Of Rock Expo from September 25th-27th at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. The three-day event features rock legends including Black Sabbath’s Geezer Butler, The Police’s Stewart Copeland, and The Kinks’ Dave Davies. KISS members Eric Singer and Tommy Thayer will join Simmons alongside artists like Lita Ford, RATT’s Stephen Pearcy, ex-Megadeth’s David Ellefson, and Disturbed’s John Moyer. Weekend passes range from $249 to $2,795 for Black Diamond VIP access. The expo promises concerts, autograph sessions, photo opportunities, and panels. “This will be an unforgettable weekend with once-in-a-lifetime moments,” organizers said. Simmons will perform with The Gene Simmons Band during the event. The expo precedes November’s KISS Kruise: Landlocked in Vegas featuring two unmasked KISS performances. (Story URL)
The Who’s Roger Daltrey has announced A Great Night Out, a 20-date solo U.S. summer tour running from August 23rd to September 29th. The tour begins at Mesa Arts Center in Arizona and concludes at Chevalier Theatre in Medford, Massachusetts, hitting cities including Las Vegas, Nashville, Milwaukee, Washington DC, and New York. “After finishing The Who’s final tour of the U.S., it’s time for me as a solo artist to possibly do the same,” Daltrey said. The nine-piece band will perform deep catalog cuts blending solo material, covers, and The Who rarities. Artist presales begin May 13th using code GREATNIGHT, with general sales starting May 15th through Ticketmaster. The Who completed their farewell tour in 2025, playing their final U.S. concert in October. (Story URL)
A tribute concert honoring John Prine will take place October 8th at The Chicago Theatre. “Souvenirs: 80 Years of John Prine” celebrates the late singer-songwriter’s life and musical legacy. The Prine Family and Hello in There Foundation are organizing the event featuring artists performing Prine’s songs with his longtime band. Host John C. Reilly will join performers including Alynda Segarra of Hurray for the Riff Raff, Amos Lee, Josh Ritter, Joy Oladokun, Margo Price, Steve Earle, and others yet to be announced. All proceeds benefit The Hello in There Foundation’s grant-making efforts in Prine’s memory. Ticket pre-sales begin today, with additional October 8-11 events to be revealed later. On May 29th, Fiona Prine and family will host a virtual premiere of You Got Gold: A Celebration of John Prine, filmed at the Ryman in October 2022. (Story URL)
Bonnie Tyler remains “seriously ill but stable” in a Faro, Portugal hospital following emergency intestinal surgery, her representatives confirmed Tuesday. The 74-year-old “Total Eclipse of the Heart” singer’s doctors remain optimistic about her full recovery. Tyler’s team strongly disputed Portuguese media reports claiming she suffered cardiac arrest and was placed in a medically induced coma after appendix surgery. Representatives called the circulating rumors “lurid and untrue,” stating an unauthorized associate has been sharing false information without family contact. Tyler experienced discomfort during a London performance before returning to her Portugal home, where abdominal issues led to hospitalization. Her representatives requested media stop speculation that upsets her family, friends, and fans. (Story URL)