iRock Nashville Music News Update – 90 sec – 2026-08-16 5:45 PM

From iRock Nashville, here is your extended music news update with Dj. Rockin' Cruz. Steve Earle, a true rock’n’roll maverick, continues to leave an indelible mark on the music scene with his genre-defying albums. His journey began in Nashville in the early 70s, where he balanced blue-collar jobs by day and played bass with Guy Clark at night. In other news, Slipknot guitarist Jim Root has clarified his earlier comments regarding the firing of turntablist Sid Wilson. Initially, Root urged fans to be cautious about believing everything they read, following a report from TMZ. Meanwhile, Stackridge, the quirky Bristol band known for their comedic flair, recently reflected on their unforgettable experience working with Beatles producer George Martin on their 1974 album, The Man In The Bowler Hat. Phil Collins, the legendary former Genesis frontman, has hinted at the possibility of new music after a long hiatus of 16 years. In a recent interview, Collins expressed his interest in returning to the studio. Finally, Rush kicked off their highly anticipated reunion tour in Los Angeles, where Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and new drummer Anika Nilles shared some amusing anecdotes from the opening night. Get more at iRock Nashville dot com, including more Nashville rock news and links to the full stories.

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