Barnes explained that he had spoken with Anderson about the cover and had hoped to play the finished version for him. That opportunity never came, giving the song a more personal meaning after the Rose Tattoo frontman’s death.

The connection between Barnes and Anderson stretched back decades. Cold Chisel and Rose Tattoo came up through the same Australian rock scene, often sharing stages, equipment, crews and the demanding touring circuit that helped shape both bands.

Barnes described Anderson as a close friend and a major presence in Australian rock music. The tribute also has a charitable purpose, with proceeds from the recording going to Support Act, an organization that provides assistance to people working across Australia’s music industry.

During the opening night of the Life Burns Faster residency, the group performed songs including Battery, Creeping Death, Sad but True, Nothing Else Matters, Ride the Lightning, Seek & Destroy, and Master of Puppets. The concert also featured the return of Now That We’re Dead, played live for the first time since 2021, along with …And Justice for All, which had not appeared in a Metallica set since 2014.

The residency brings the band’s No Repeat Weekend format to the Sphere, with different setlists planned across paired Thursday and Saturday performances. That setup gives fans attending multiple nights a chance to hear a broader selection of songs.

Metallica’s Las Vegas run is scheduled to include 24 performances through March 2027. The shows pair the band’s live production with the Sphere’s large-scale visual displays and immersive audio system.

Earlier this week, Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire.

The 78-year-old metal legend was honored with a ceremony at Windsor Castle where he officially received his MBE for his services to charity and music.

“What an unbelievable honour to receive an MBE,” Iommi stated when his MBE was first announced. “Music has been my life and I’ve been very lucky to share this journey with many amazing people and fans, and I’m very grateful for all the support along the way.”

Congrats Tony!

At Windsor Castle today to receive my MBE! https://t.co/6Y4GLt5kNX

— Tony Iommi (@tonyiommi) September 30, 2026

In a social media statement, the band addressed calls for Daniel Johns, Ben Gillies and Chris Joannou to reunite after the Newcastle Knights reached the grand final. The musicians said they were too rusty to perform but made clear they were supporting their hometown team from afar.

The possibility of a Silverchair appearance had gained attention because of the group’s strong connection to Newcastle. All three members grew up in the area, and the band became one of Australia’s biggest rock acts after breaking through internationally in the 1990s.

Silverchair has not performed together since going on indefinite hiatus in 2011, making any potential reunion a major event for longtime fans.

The NRL Grand Final is scheduled for October 4 in Sydney. With Silverchair now officially out of the running, attention remains on who will handle the event’s main pregame entertainment.

Announced this week, Roger Waters Presents LEGACY: A Pink Floyd Show will feature a 10-piece band performing music from Pink Floyd’s 1971 to 1979 era. The set will draw from albums including The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, Animals, and The Wall.

Harry Waters will serve as musical director, playing organ and piano while also contributing vocals. Roger Waters helped shape the production but will not perform on the tour.

The show is designed to recreate the original recordings closely, while high-definition video screens will feature imagery inspired by Pink Floyd’s classic visual presentations. Harry and drummer Graham Broad worked together on the setlist, which is expected to run for more than two hours.

The extensive tour begins February 15, 2027, with dates planned across North America. Additional European performances are also expected. North American tickets go on general sale October 2.

Speaking about his recovery, the U2 drummer explained that years of performing had aggravated a congenital neck condition and eventually caused serious pain. Doctors warned that continuing without treatment could threaten his ability to play, leading Mullen to undergo surgery and spend several months recovering.

Returning to the drums required more than simply rebuilding strength. Mullen found that his body responded differently after the procedure, prompting him to adjust his technique. He has since focused on a simpler and more efficient approach to playing rather than trying to reproduce his previous physical style.

Questions remain about how much live performing he can comfortably handle. Mullen has acknowledged that full-length concerts may present challenges, while shorter appearances could be more manageable.

His return has already extended to the studio, where he has been recording with his U2 bandmates as the group works on new music.

34 years after their first VMA performance, Nirvana held the spotlight once again at the the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday night.  During the ceremony, the ’90s grunge pioneers were awarded the “Video Vanguard Award,” a lifetime achievement award that honors the band’s lasting influence on music and music videos.

Public Enemy rapper Chuck D announced the award and began his speech saying, “Nirvana never bent to the will of the mainstream,”

Surviving Nirvana member bassist Krist Novoselic and drummer Dave Grohl accepted the award and were joined by guitarist Pat Smear.

Watch Nirvana’s MTV moment after three decades of impact here:

The singer announced the 21-date trek as a farewell to life on the road after more than six decades of touring. The schedule begins in Dublin on April 23 and continues through the UK and several European cities before wrapping up in Hanover, Germany, on July 24.

The tour will give fans another chance to hear songs from Stewart’s extensive catalog, which spans rock, pop, and soul and includes decades of familiar hits. Howard Jones is set to join him as the special guest for the UK and Ireland concerts.

While The Final Encore is being presented as Stewart’s final large-scale tour, it does not necessarily signal a complete retirement from music. The veteran performer has left open the possibility of occasional appearances after the tour concludes.

General ticket sales are scheduled to begin October 2, 2026.