Def Leppard is getting their first authorized full-length documentary, titled Long Live Def Leppard, with a North American theatrical release planned for early 2027. The film will be directed by Jeff Feuerzeig, known for The Devil and Daniel Johnston. The documentary promises never-before-seen footage and new interviews with all five current members — singer Joe Elliott, guitarists Phil Collen and Vivian Campbell, drummer Rick Allen, and bassist Rick Savage. The film will cover the band’s rise from working-class Sheffield, England, through major triumphs and tragedies, including Rick Allen’s arm-losing accident and the death of guitarist Steve Clark. “This is not your typical sex, drugs, and rock & roll tale,” Feuerzeig said. (Story URL)
Alice Cooper and illusionist Criss Angel are bringing their “Welcome to Our Nightmare” Las Vegas show back this fall, with guitarist Nita Strauss rejoining the band. The shows blend Cooper’s theatrical performances with Angel’s magic, including a clip of Angel escaping a straitjacket while suspended from the ceiling during “Ballad of Dwight Fry.” Cooper added the new dates after the spring run sold out. “We added the November and December shows after the March, April and May shows sold out so quickly,” Cooper said. Strauss, returning from maternity leave, previously opened the 2026 Vegas run. Cooper also praised fill-in guitarist Anna Cara, calling her “a true asset to the tour.” Shows are scheduled for November 27-28 and December 4-5 at the Criss Angel Theater at Planet Hollywood. (Story URL)
The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority unanimously voted Friday to begin renaming Nashville International Airport after Dolly Parton, though a final name has not been confirmed. Officials said they will “work with appropriate parties to decide how Parton’s name and legacy will be incorporated.” A policy exception is required, as current rules prohibit renaming properties after individuals who have been dead fewer than two years. A fan petition surpassing 175,000 signatures helped drive momentum. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee stated, “Dolly Parton’s extraordinary life is forever woven into the fabric of our state.” Mayor Freddie O’Connell added the renaming would serve as “a love letter to Dolly.” The change would make it the first U.S. international commercial airport named after a woman. Parton died August 25th at age 80. (Story URL)