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'U2 – Easter Lily' (Island Records)In conjunction with their newly released EP Easter Lily, U2 released a digital edition of their fanzine Propaganda in which guitarist The Edge gives fans some insight into their decision to release the new EP, as well as Days of Ash, the EP that was released on Ash Wednesday in February.“We wrote some songs meant for our album but they started to assert themselves in some unexpected ways, demanding special attention,” he […]

Ringo Starr 'Long Long Road' album artwork. (Universal Music)Ringo Starr has released a second track from his upcoming country-inspired album, Long Long Road.The latest is “Choose Love,” described as a “fresh take” on the title track of Ringo’s 2005 album. The new version features vocal harmonies from rocker St. Vincent.“Choose Love” is now available via digital outlets.Long Long Road, described as having "roots in Country and Americana," will be released April 24. […]

Cover of Bruce Springsteen's 'Born to Run' (Columbia Records/Legacy Recordings)Israeli-born musician Suki Lahav, whose violin work is heard on Bruce Springsteen’s iconic Born to Run track “Jungleland,” has died at the age of 74.Her death was confirmed by her son, musician Yonatan Albalak, in a post on Facebook. “She wrote songs that touched people's hearts,” he wrote. “She was a special woman, smart, pure in heart and loving life. She was […]

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and guest Paul Simon during Thursday’s April 2, 2026 show. (Photo: Scott Kowalchyk/CBS)Paul Simon broke out a classic tune for his latest appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer was a guest on the late night talker Thursday night, where he performed “Something So Right” from his 1973 album, There Goes Rhymin' Simon.The choice of song was a request […]

Sting's 'Desert Rose Reimagined' (UMe)Sting has dropped a new EP dedicated to his 2000 single “Desert Rose.”Desert Rose Reimagined includes three new mixes and three extended mixes of the song, including a reimagined version by Middle Eastern-American duo Tamer Malki and Rami Abousabe, who are also known as Bedouin. There are also remixes from African artist and producer Zakes Bantwini and DJ/producer Darque.Desert Rose Reimagined is now available via digital outlets.“Desert […]