Joey Kramer is back behind Aerosmith’s drums
Aerosmith’s rehearsal photos offer a major hint about the band’s upcoming Hollywood Bowl shows: Joey Kramer is back with Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Brad Whitford and Tom Hamilton. The October 29 and November 1 concerts will be Aerosmith’s first performances since their 2023 farewell tour ended early, and Kramer’s first with the group since February 2020.
The star-packed “California, Dream On: Aerosmith & Friends” bills include Guns N’ Roses, Heart, Billy Idol and Run-DMC, among others.[1]
Blue Ivy plays piano at Jay-Z’s Los Angeles show
Blue Ivy Carter joined her father Jay-Z on piano during his sold-out SoFi Stadium show, playing on “Dead Presidents” and “The Story of O.J.” Scarface, DJ Khaled and John Legend also made guest appearances, while Beyoncé, Rihanna and Kendrick Lamar were among the stars watching from the crowd.
Jay-Z folded a tribute to the late Nipsey Hussle into the set, which also featured hits from across his career.[2]
FKA twigs will curate London’s Meltdown festival
FKA twigs has been named curator and headliner of Meltdown 2027, the Southbank Centre’s artist-curated festival in London. The 32nd edition is scheduled for June 10–20, giving the musician a platform to shape the wider program as well as perform.
The appointment puts her in charge of a major summer arts event, not just one of its headline sets.[3]
Lil Baby teases a new album with heavyweight guests
Lil Baby has announced Fresh, a new album featuring Future and Young Thug, according to a report published October 25. The high-profile collaborations make the project one to watch for hip-hop fans; the announcement gives listeners an early look at the company he’s keeping on the release.[4]
CHVRCHES announce an album and 2027 tour
CHVRCHES revealed a new album, All The King’s Men, alongside plans for a 2027 tour, according to an October 25 report. The double announcement gives fans both a new record to anticipate and a live chapter to look forward to.[5]
The Offspring’s Noodles steps away from live shows
The Offspring guitarist Noodles is stepping away from live performances because of a health issue, RTTNews reported October 25. The announcement raises questions about the band’s upcoming onstage plans, though the report did not provide further details about the condition or the length of his absence.[6]
Tom Petty’s estate shares an extended “Fooled Again” video
Tom Petty’s estate has unveiled a video for an extended version of “Fooled Again (I Don’t Like It),” according to an October 25 report. The release gives longtime listeners a fresh way to revisit the song through a longer cut and a new visual presentation.[7]
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