October 2025

HISTORIC REVEAL: The Rolling Stones Open the Record-Breaking Desert Trip Festival in California The Rolling Stones headlined the opening night of the legendary Desert Trip festival at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California — the same venue that hosts Coachella. The star-studded event brought together some of the greatest icons in music history, including Bob Dylan, Paul McCartney, Neil Young, Roger Waters, and The Who. Spanning two weekends, the six-day mega-festival pulled in an astonishing $160 million, making it the highest-grossing music festival of all time. Fans dubbed it “Oldchella,” a tongue-in-cheek nod to its lineup of rock legends, but the performances proved timeless — uniting generations of fans in a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of music history.

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HISTORIC REVEAL: Madonna Personally Wrote to ABBA for Permission to Sample “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!” on “Hung Up” Pop icon Madonna once revealed that she wrote a heartfelt letter to the members of ABBA, humbly requesting permission to sample their 1979 hit “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)” for her 2005 single “Hung Up.” The Swedish supergroup, known for being highly protective of their catalogue, rarely allows sampling — and Madonna became only the second artist in history to receive their approval. The first was The Fugees, who were granted permission to use a portion of “The Name of the Game” for their 1996 track “Rumble in the Jungle.” ABBA’s decision marked a rare gesture of trust toward another global act, and Madonna’s “Hung Up” went on to become one of her biggest worldwide hits, blending disco nostalgia with modern pop brilliance — and reintroducing a new generation to ABBA’s timeless sound.

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ICONIC REVEAL: ABBA’s “Dancing Queen” — The Eternal Anthem of Joy and Celebration Among ABBA’s greatest performances stands “Dancing Queen,” a track that forever defined the group’s legacy. Released in 1976, the song quickly became one of ABBA’s signature hits, celebrated across generations as an anthem of freedom, joy, and the sheer thrill of dancing. With its irresistible melody, upbeat tempo, and empowering lyrics, “Dancing Queen” captured the carefree spirit of the disco era. The soaring vocals of Agnetha Fältskog and Anni-Frid Lyngstad shine brilliantly throughout, weaving harmonies that embody the uplifting, harmonious sound that made ABBA a global phenomenon. Nearly five decades later, “Dancing Queen” remains timeless — a song that continues to bring people together on dance floors around the world, proving that its magic is as unstoppable as ever.

ICONIC REVEAL: ABBA’s “Dancing Queen” — The Eternal Anthem of Joy and Celebration Among ABBA’s…

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MUSIC TRIBUTE: Just 50 Minutes Ago in Sweden — Agnetha Fältskog Announced That ABBA Will Join Forces with the Remaining Member of the Bee Gees to Honor Eddie Van Halen. Marking the 5th anniversary of the guitar legend’s passing on October 6, 2020, Agnetha Fältskog revealed plans for a special musical tribute celebrating Van Halen’s brilliance and influence. “Eddie changed the sound of a generation — this is our way of saying thank you,” he said softly, as fans prepare for a night that will unite rock and pop in one unforgettable celebration of music and legacy…

MUSIC TRIBUTE: Just 50 Minutes Ago in Sweden — Agnetha Fältskog Announced That ABBA Will…

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