Fri Mar 21 05:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Music News Roundup: Eagles Extend Residency, Winwood Returns, and Rock Hall Debate Heats Up

**Las Vegas, NV & Multiple Locations** – The Eagles have added four more dates to their Las Vegas residency, extending their “Hotel California” show run into September as part of their farewell tour. Tickets go on sale March 28th. Meanwhile, Steve Winwood is embarking on his first North American headlining tour in six years, starting September 12th. The Steve Miller Band also announced a summer tour, kicking off in August.

**Award Show & Honors:** Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong delivered a memorable, “Boogie Nights”-inspired acceptance speech at the iHeartRadio Music Awards. Queen received the prestigious Polar Music Prize, sharing the honor with Herbie Hancock and Barbara Hannigan.

**Health Updates & New Music:** Kansas singer Ronnie Platt, recently diagnosed with and treated for thyroid cancer, is cleared to resume performing. David Lee Roth released the full version of his song “Alligator Pants,” and ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons urged Rock & Roll Hall of Fame voters to consider Joe Cocker for induction.

**Rock Hall Debate Rages On:** Vulture.com interviewed Rock & Roll Hall of Fame voters, revealing diverse opinions on this year’s nominees. Disagreements arose over the merits of acts like Bad Company, The Black Crowes, Billy Idol, and Oasis, highlighting the ongoing debate surrounding induction criteria. The public can still vote for their favorites at RockHall.com until April 21st.

**Other News:** Styx’s Lawrence Gowan credits “South Park” for attracting a new generation of fans. Courtney Love is applying for British citizenship. Paul Stanley and Elvis Costello will showcase their artwork at Wentworth Gallery exhibitions. A new coffee table book on Kirk Hammett’s guitar collection is coming soon. A special Elton John and Brandi Carlile performance will air on CBS and Paramount+. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will launch an exhibit celebrating “SNL’s” musical history. Dua Lipa covered AC/DC’s “Highway to Hell” in a surprise tribute, and Bryan Adams announced his new album, “Roll With the Punches,” with an acoustic video.

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