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Miami Herald
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Bob Dylan, Stevie Nicks and Tom Petty's Epic '80s Performance Is a Rock and Roll ‘Fever Dream'
From Bruce Springsteen to Joni Mitchell to Johnny Cash and beyond, Bob Dylan has joined forces with some of the most talented musicians in rock history, as his countless devoted fans are well aware. But a recently resurfaced clip of one iconic collaboration managed to surprise some music lovers on social media, who couldn't help but wish they had a time machine to take them back to the unforgettable evening. In 1986, Dylan was scheduled to hit the road with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers for their co-headlining True Confessions Tour. This wasn't the only time Dylan and Petty would team up musically (they first performed together at Farm Aid in 1985 and formed the supergroup The Traveling Wilburys in 1988 with Roy Orbison, Jeff Lynne and George Harrison) but at that point in time, Petty (who was going through a tough time in his marriage) was reluctant to leave home. That's when yet another legendary singer stepped in: Stevie Nicks. As Showbiz Cheat Sheet reported, Nicks was the person who convinced Petty to go through with the tour, offering to go along as a "sidekick." "Tom was sitting there on the chair at his house and he says, 'I'm not going,'" she recalled. "I told him, 'Oh yes, you are going! You can't cancel on Bob f---ing Dylan! What, you're going to call up Bob and tell him it's off!?' Tom just goes, 'I'm not doing it.'" "I turn around and say, 'Well, do you want me to go? Do you need a sidekick, is that what you're saying, someone to be with you and to make you laugh, and to be there when you're lonely?'" Nicks continued. "'This is obviously the thing that is scaring you on this tour, and you're not afraid of anything; you're not afraid of alligators.' What the f--k, you know?" Thankfully for fans, Petty agreed to go on the tour, later praising Nicks for helping him to focus and saying her "lighthearted" presence was "good" for him. However, because Nicks didn't have a work visa, she was only supposed to watch Dylan and Petty from the sidelines. Still, that didn't stop her from joining her pals onstage in Sydney, Australia, for "Knockin' on Heaven's Door" and "Like a Rolling Stone." Comments on a recently shared clip of the trio singing "Knockin' on Heaven's Door" were a testament to the significance of the concert, with one person writing, "This is a fever dream I love it." "This would've sent me into a coma if I saw this live," added a second fan, with another demanding, "SOMEBODY CREATE TIME TRAVEL SO I CAN GO SEE THIS." "So that's what heaven sounds like," added someone else. Unfortunately, the performance was not a hit with Australian officials, as Nicks told The Daily Telegraph in 2017. "I was told by the Australian government I would never be allowed back in the country, not with Fleetwood Mac, not by myself as a solo artist, not as a tourist if I did that again," she said. "I couldn't even stand on stage to play a tambourine. So that was that." Related: Legendary Singer-Songwriter, 78, Plays What Bob Dylan Called the 'Best Song Ever Written' in 'Brilliant' New Video Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved


The Irish Sun
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Folk music icon Bob Dylan announces FIVE Irish dates this autumn with rare Kerry venue – here's when tickets go on sale
FOLK music legend Bob Dylan has officially announced Irish tour dates for 2025 - and die-hard fans are in shock. The legendary Water front two shows at INEC in Killarney and one huge gig at Advertisement 2 Bob Dylan will perform five dates in Ireland this November 2025 2 Dylan will play in Belfast, Killarney and Dublin The 83-year-old icon will take the stage at Belfast's Watefront on Tuesday, November 18 and Wednesday November 19. Followed by two huge shows in the INEC Killarney on Sunday, November 23 and Monday, November 24, before rolling into Dublin's 3Arena on Tuesday, November 25. The dates are part of Despite his age, Bob's showing no signs of slowing down — and his live shows continue to draw crowds from all over the world. Advertisement READ MORE IN BOB DYLAN Tickets for the star 's Irish dates are set to go on sale this Friday, July 18 at 10am on This marks his first return to Mandy wrote on X: "Ah this is class." Suzanne added: "Well that's my Christmas present sorted." Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Breaking Stevie said: "His energy at 83 is amazing." A COMPLETE UNKNOWN - Official Trailer While Tim remarked: "Can't believe he's still touring, tickets will be like gold dust." Known for switching up his setlists, you can expect a mix of old-school classics like Blowin' in the Wind and Knockin' on Heaven's Door, along with newer stuff from his 2020 album Rough and Rowdy Ways. Fans should also note that the use of video cameras and mobile phones will be prohibited at the concerts. Advertisement FINAL HURRAH? The man himself doesn't say much on stage, but what you will get instead is pure, raw performance. Whether this is Dylan's last tour or not is anyone's guess. He's famously unpredictable, but at 83, there's a feeling that every tour could be the final one. So if you've ever wanted to see the man who defined a generation -Don't think twice – it's all right, but don't leave it too late either. Advertisement


Glasgow Times
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Guns N' Roses at Wembley Stadium: Support act, timings, more
The 'Paradise City' band will be bringing their 'Because What You Want & What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things' tour to the iconic venue for one special night. Best known for hits 'Sweet Child O' Mine' and 'Knockin' on Heaven's Door', the group first performed at the old Wembley Stadium in 1992, where Brian May joined them. Now Guns N' Roses are back at the London venue for their latest tour, and if you were lucky enough to get tickets, check the support act, timings and more below. When are Guns N' Roses at Wembley Stadium? Guns N' Roses will be performing at Wembley Stadium for one special night on Thursday, June 26. What time do doors open for Guns N' Roses in London? If you want to head down early to soak in the atmosphere before the band takes to the stage, you can at 5.30pm when the doors at Wembley open. What are the set times for Guns N' Roses at Wembley? The official set times for Guns N' Roses have not yet been confirmed, but according to Wembley Park, the set times are expected to be as follows: 7pm - Support act 8.15pm - Guns N' Roses take to the stage The show ends no later than 10.30pm What is the setlist for Guns N' Roses? The setlist for the tour is not yet confirmed, but is expected to include big hits from the band, including the likes of: Welcome to the Jungle Sweet Child O' Mine Paradise City Knockin' on Heaven's Door November Rain You Could Be Mind NightTrain My Michelle Don't Cry What is the seating plan for Wembley Stadium? If you're curious about how good your view of the stage will be at Wembley Stadium, you can see on its website. On the website, you'll be able to select your exact seat and see a digital view of the stage. Recommended Reading All seating is reserved. It is also important to note that people buying in level 5 should be aware they are high up and not suitable if you have a fear of heights. Who is the support act for Guns N' Roses at Wembley? Guns N' Roses will be supported by group Rival Sons, known for songs including Do Your Worst, Too Bad, Open My Eyes, Shooting Stars and Keep on Swinging.

South Wales Argus
19-06-2025
- Automotive
- South Wales Argus
Queen beats Rihanna and Oasis to nation's top song for drive to work
Music has the ultimate feel-good factor, with 99% of Brits saying that starting the morning with a good tune has a positive impact on the rest of the day. Many also agree it's a real mood booster, according to the poll conducted by EDF. More than nine out of 10 Brits (93%) try to make their journey to work more fun with most admitting that the wrong music, stopping for petrol, or worse, having to pay for it are high on the list of early morning bugbears. For a 20-mile daily commute, drivers could spend over £560 on diesel across the year. LEIDEN, THE NETHERLANDS - NOV 27, 1980: Queen during a concert in the Groenoordhallen in Leiden in the Netherlands (Image: IMAGO Images / Cover Images) Switching to an electric vehicle (EV) could save Brits £464.64 a year commuting with EDF's GoElectric tariff - Britain's cheapest fixed EV tariff. This means a 20-mile commute can cost as little as 51p when charging using off peak rates. With 71% saying listening to their favourite songs on their way to work puts them in a positive mindset and nearly a third (27%) believing it helps to reduce stress levels before getting to their desks, EDF has compiled Brits' favourite mood-boosting bangers into a 20-track playlist, one song for each mile of their daily commute. Philippe Commaret, managing director of customers at EDF, said 'Our research has shown that people reach for mood-boosting tracks on their journeys to work, not just out of habit but because of the tangible benefits doing so provides daily. 'And when the average commute is 51p, it really is enough to get people bursting into song! 'Whether it's a classic like 'Knockin' on Heaven's Door' - my personal favourite for early mornings - or a current chart topper, the right track can transform a commute. 'At EDF, change is in our power, so with our tariff, which is Britain's cheapest fixed EV tariff, customers can switch to EVs saving themselves cash and carbon, whilst travelling to work in the privacy and comfort of their own car too.' To find out more about EDF's GoElectric tariff and to stream the top 20 ultimate commuting tracks for free on Spotify, please visit this link. The top 10 commuting songs are:


Mint
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Guns N' Roses rocks stage with iconic hits after 13 years; netizens buzz ‘greatest experience'
Guns N' Roses Mumbai concert: The American rock band Guns N' Roses impressed Indian fans with a stellar show on Saturday in Mumbai after a void of 13 years. It was a night to remember as the band captivated the audiences with a nostalgic rollercoaster ride. The May 17 concert at Mahalaxmi Racecourse proved to be a major success story as revealed by accounts of netizens. Social media is flooded with glimpses of the enthralling Guns N' Roses concert. As Guns N' Roses lit up the atmosphere with their iconic songs - Paradise City, Sweet Child o' Mine, November Rain, Knockin' on Heaven's Door, Patience, Don't Cry, and Welcome to the Jungle - the audience could not contain themselves and expressed their excitement on social media. A user wrote, 'Had one of the greatest experiences of my life tonight. Watched Guns N Roses live in Mumbai My introduction to rock music and a lot of my formative years were spent with their music. Tonight was just way too special. Also watching my guitar hero Slash take the stage.' As Guns N' Roses lit up the atmosphere with their iconic songs - Paradise City, Sweet Child o' Mine, November Rain, Knockin' on Heaven's Door, Patience, Don't Cry, and Welcome to the Jungle - the audience could not contain themselves and expressed their excitement on social media. A second user wrote, 'Guns N' Roses Mumbai 2025, 3 hours nonstop concert. Hats off the energy levels of Slash, Axl Rose! Issac Carpenter you stole the show!!!!!' A third user stated, 'Experienced Guns N' Roses live in Mumbai today.' A fourth user commented, 'After all these years, Slash still has it. Age has had its effect on Axl Rose, especially given the high scales of their songs! But it's still a great trip down memory lane to watch @gunsnroses live. Enjoyed November Rain, as it rained in May.' The gates to the magical concert opened at 3:00 PM as excited fans rushed to the venue to catch a glimpse their favourite rock band performing live. To warm up the crowd before the epic evening show of Axl Rose (vocals, piano), Duff McKagan (bass) and Slash (lead guitar), Indian band Girish and the Chronicles took to stage and kick started the high-octane trip.