The lights dimmed at London’s Royal Albert Hall, and a hush swept through the crowd like a wave. A single spotlight cut through the darkness, landing gently on Chris Martin, seated alone at the piano. Behind him, a screen flickered to life — images of Jane Goodall filled the hall. There she was, smiling among…

In a powerful tribute to one of the most beloved voices of modern music, Coldplay frontman **Chris Martin** has been honored with a **permanent bronze statue** in his hometown of **Exeter, England**. The unveiling ceremony, held before thousands of fans, friends, and family, celebrated his extraordinary contributions to music, philanthropy, and global unity through art….

On July 13, 1985, Queen took the stage at Wembley Stadium for Live Aid—and what followed wasn’t just a concert. It was a moment that would define rock history. As the band stepped into the afternoon sun before 72,000 fans and nearly 2 billion viewers around the world, Freddie Mercury’s energy ignited like a lightning…

On **Saturday 13 July 1985**, at exactly **6:41 p.m.**, Freddie Mercury stepped onto the Wembley Stadium stage before **72,000 fans** — and an estimated **1.9 billion viewers** around the world — to deliver what would become **one of the greatest live performances in music history**. With **no pyrotechnics, no elaborate staging**, and only their music…

It was Freddie Mercury’s final public appearance. On February 18, 1990, Queen received the Outstanding Contribution to British Music Award at the Brit Awards. Unlike in the past, Freddie didn’t step to the front. Brian May spoke on behalf of the band, while Mercury quietly held the award, his face heavily made up to hide…

Genesis legends Tony Banks, Peter Gabriel, Steve Hackett and Mike Rutherford reunited at the Dolby Screening Rooms in London on Friday 19th September for a special Dolby ATMOS playback of their landmark 1974 double album *The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway*. This rare gathering marked the beginning of celebrations for the album’s 50th anniversary, ahead…

This week on **Planet Rock**, fans of progressive rock are in for a real treat. The legendary **Genesis** take center stage in a very special broadcast: *Genesis: In Conversation*. Host **Ian Danter** sits down with three iconic members of the band — **Steve Hackett**, **Mike Rutherford**, and Tony Banks** — for an in-depth and candid…

In a moment fans have been dreaming of for years, **Geddy Lee** and **Alex Lifeson** have officially announced that **Rush** will return to the stage in **2026** for a very special North American tour. Aptly titled the **“Fifty Something Tour,”** the 12-date run is a heartfelt celebration of the band’s unparalleled musical legacy — and…

Rush drummer **Anika Nilles** has shared a heartfelt message of gratitude following the whirlwind response to her joining the legendary band for their highly anticipated **“Fifty Something Tour”** in 2026.   The German drummer, known worldwide for her precision, groove, and musicality, will step into one of the most revered roles in rock history —…

Netflix has just dropped its much-anticipated 2025 music documentary ***“The Script: A Voice That Echoes”***, offering a stirring and intimate look at the journey of the Irish rock band The Script. Through archival footage, behind-the-scenes rehearsals, and candid interviews, the film traces how childhood friends from Dublin transformed their raw musical chemistry into global success….