Del Casher, Wah-Wah Pedal Pioneer, Dies at 88
Guitarist Del Casher, who helped popularize the wah-wah pedal, died October 1 after a battle with cancer.
U.S. Rock News
This section covers rock music in the United States — artists, bands, albums, touring, awards and the industry that produces and distributes the genre. Reporting takes in classic and contemporary rock across its subgenres.
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November 8, 2026
Phil Collins to Enter Rock Hall as Solo ArtistThe former Genesis frontman will be honored with a solo induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on November 14, 2026.
November 8, 2026
John Tempesta Exits The Cult After Two DecadesThe drummer announced his departure from the British rock band weeks after 2027 U.S. tour tickets went on sale.
November 7, 2026
Young Sues Trump Committee Over Song UseThe musician seeks $10 million over unlicensed use of his 1989 song at a Youngstown, Ohio rally.
November 7, 2026
Richard Lloyd, Television Guitarist, Dies at 75The guitarist who helped define the New York punk sound with Television died at his Chattanooga home.
November 6, 2026
Weezer Launches The Gathering TourThe band's new tour blends a fictional backstory with a house-party concert at the garage where the group first began.
November 6, 2026
Stanton Moore Reimagines Queens of the Stone Age TrackThe New Orleans drummer played "The Way You Used to Do" for Drumeo's "For the First Time" series.
November 5, 2026
Sterling Launches Music Man Session StingRay BassSterling's new Session StingRay marks the StingRay's 50th anniversary with four- and five-string options starting at $1,599.99.
November 5, 2026
Aerosmith Plays Two-Night Hollywood Bowl ShowThe band's special engagement at the Los Angeles venue follows its retirement from music and the cancellation of its farewell tour.
November 5, 2026
Lettermen Co-Founder Tony Butala Dies at 87The Lettermen co-founder, who helped build the group's decades-long career, died on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
November 4, 2026
Pearl Jam Still Seeks Permanent DrummerThe band has not named a replacement for Matt Cameron, who left in 2025 after 27 years with the group.
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