Mick Jagger says The Rolling Stones are planning a traditional multi-city tour in 2027, ruling out a residency-style format. Speaking with Argentinian radio station La Nacion, Jagger expressed enthusiasm for hitting the road. “I don’t think we’ll be touring this year, but I hope to tour next year and I hope to do it as soon as possible,” he said. Jagger also pushed back on the residency concept, saying, “It makes it very expensive for people to come… It costs twice as much.” The comments align with guitarist Keith Richards’ earlier statement that the band wouldn’t tour in 2026. The Stones release their 25th studio album, Foreign Tongues, on July 10th, featuring collaborations with Paul McCartney, Robert Smith, Chad Smith, and Steve Winwood. Story URL
Yungblud has received an outpouring of support from musicians and celebrities after sharing a vulnerable Instagram post addressing “industry plant” criticism online. The English punk rocker had recently closed out his third annual Bludfest in Czechia, breaking down before a crowd of 20,000. He wrote about struggling with hate from “strangers on the Internet or bitter musicians,” saying it “really weighs on my heart.” Anthrax co-founder Scott Ian recalled watching him perform at Back to the Beginning, writing, “You’ve earned it all Dom.” SZA commented simply, “Rooting for you,” while Lauren Jauregui added, “I feel u.” Actress Alyssa Milano encouraged him to “keep swimming,” adding, “I think this vulnerability will make a difference in people’s lives.” Story URL
The first official Black Sabbath book, The Masters of Reality – Why Black Sabbath Matters, is set for an October release. Photographer Ross Halfin spearheaded the project, chronicling the band’s Ozzy Osbourne era from the late ’60s through their final “Back to the Beginning” concert. The 500-plus-page book features rare photographs, memorabilia, essays from Geoff Barton and Dave Ling, and interviews with all four original members. Limited edition copies are signed by every original member, including Ozzy Osbourne, who signed before his passing in July 2025. Halfin said, “I hope fans enjoy it.” The book is available in three editions: standard hardback, leather-bound signed super deluxe, and brushed-metal signed super deluxe. Story URL