The latest news as it relates to the reissue of The Beatles' documentary "Let It Be". I know what I am watching first thing tomorrow morning...Robert Kinsler The Beatles during the filming of "Let It Be" in Twickenham Film Studios on January 7, 1969. Photo by Ethan A. Russell / ©Apple Corps Ltd George Harrison during the filming of "Let It Be" in the Apple Studio,  Savile Row, on January 7, 1969.  Photo by Ethan A. Russell / ©Apple Corps Ltd THE BEATLES ANNOUNCE NEW “LET IT BE” MUSIC VIDEO ..read more

A truly groundbreaking and influential release from Bad Brains will be reissued this summer. Get all the details via the official media release below...Robert Kinsler Org Music reissues Bad Brains’ legendary album I Against I on July 26, 2024 via LP, CD, Cassette I Against I is the third studio album from Bad Brains, originally released in 1986 on SST Records, showcasing the band's unique fusion of punk rock, hardcore punk, reggae, and heavy metal influences.  The full-length remains influential to this day, inspiring countless bands with its innovative so ..read more

I had the opportunity to see Bruce Cockburn perform in Arizona on April 27, 2024 and his concert was terrific. His performance of material from his latest album as well as bona fide classics ("Wondering Where The Lions Are," "Pacing The Cage," "Last Night of the World" and others) was part of a truly magical night. His vocals and virtuoso guitar playing remains outstanding. Make sure to see him if you can...Robert Kinsler New Bruce Cockburn U.S. Tour dates announced in support of critically-acclaimed latest album, O Sun O Moon  Bruce Cockburn performing in concert Photo credi ..read more

In this column I review an upcoming title that is essential for any rock music lover's library...Robert Kinsler Queen performing at Montreal Forum in November 1981. Photo credit: Queen Productions, Ltd. Artist: Queen Title: Rock Montreal + Live Aid (Mercury Studios) You might like if you enjoy: Queen, Freddie Mercury, Smile, Brian May Tell me more: Following its record-breaking IMAX Event Cinema release worldwide in January 2024, the concert film "Queen Rock Montreal" is set for release via Mercury Studios on Friday, May 10. The concert film is being released ..read more

A true cult classic, exciting news that "Weird Al" Yankovic's "UHF" is coming to 4K UHD in early June 2024...Robert Kinsler UHF 35th Anniversary Edition  Cult Favorite Beloved by Generations of Fans Makes 4K UHD Debut July 2, 2024 from Shout! Studios   For nearly five decades, multiple   Grammy ™ and Emmy™ award-winning musician and satirist "Weird Al" Yankovic has been entertaining audiences worldwide with his parodies of songs by the biggest stars in the musical universe, as well as his many appearances on televisio ..read more

Check out the newly-released lyric video for the first track from William Shatner's forthcoming children's album set for release on May 17. It's fun!...Robert Kinsler Beloved Hollywood Icon WILLIAM SHATNER Unveils New Single & Lyric Video From His First Ever Children’s Album Where Will The Animals Sleep? - Songs For Kids And Other Living Things! Los Angeles, CA – One of the greatest storytellers of his generation, a scion of the stage, master of the musical performance and fearless artistic innovator is facing his toughest audience yet - kids! William Shatner, beloved Star Trek ac ..read more

Watch the great positive music video for Ringo Starr's new song "Gonna Need Someone" and learn more about the artist's new EP "Crooked Boy" out now...Robert Kinsler ACCOMPANIED BY A NEW MUSIC VIDEO  “GONNA NEED SOMEONE" FEATURING RINGO STARR AND NICK VALENSI, DIRECTED BY JOHANN RASHID VIEW HERE   Fans can pre-order the black vinyl and CD now, releasing May 31, 2024     Friday April 26, 2024 - Today Ringo Starr's EP Crooked Boy, originally released on April 20, 2024 as a limited edition on Record Store Day, is now available for streaming everywher ..read more

Check out the powerful new version of Tom Petty's "I Should Have Known It" recorded by Chris Stapleton out today. A great version. More details about "Petty Country: A Country Music Celebration of Tom Petty" is below...Robert Kinsler  CHRIS STAPLETON’S VERSION OF TOM PETTY’S “I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN IT” DEBUTS TODAY (Friday, April 26, 2024) PETTY COUNTRY: A COUNTRY MUSIC CELEBRATION OF TOM PETTY OUT JUNE 21 TRIBUTE ALBUM FEATURES DOLLY PARTON, DIERKS BENTLEY, GEORGE STRAIT, LUKE COMBS, WILLIE NELSON, WYNONNA JUDD, LAINEY WILSON, HEARTBREAKERS’ MIKE CAMPBELL & BENMONT TE ..read more

Coachella at night / Photo by Robert Kinsler 2024 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival When: April 19-21, 2024 Where: Empire Polo Field in Indio, CA What follows is followup coverage to an article published in Desert Star Weekly on April 24, 2024 highlighting Robert Kinsler and writer George A. Paul's favorite moments of Weekend 2 of the 2024 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival held Friday-Sunday, April 19-21, 2024 in Indio, CA. Below is Robert Kinsler's specific take on the event. Read the original coverage including George A. Paul's essential reviews of his favor ..read more

One of my favorite hard rock bands is set to return with a new album; Deep Purple has announced the forthcoming release of =1 on July 19. Get all the details via the official press release below...Robert Kinsler One of the greatest rock bands of all time to release new album ‘=1’ July 19, 2024 via earMUSIC ‘It all adds up to 1’ Pre-Order here New York, NY (April 24, 2024) – One of the greatest and most influential rock bands of all time releases new album ‘=1’, on July 19 via earMUSIC. The first single will be unveiled on April 30 ..read more