Eddie Van Halen’s health has forced his band to postpone a scheduled swing through Japan in November, but the good news is: It’s not a return of his cancer. You May Also Like: Why Complaints About Van Halen’s ‘A Different Kind of Truth’ Were Overblown

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A guest-packed benefit show to support the Sean Costello Memorial Fund for Bipolar Research is set for September 29, 2012, with appearances scheduled by Tinsley Ellis, Kim Wilson and Gina Sicilia, among others. You May Also Like: Elvis Costello’s ‘The Delivery Man’ Once Again Resisted the Urge to Look Back

Jeff Lynne’s forthcoming redo of classic Electric Light Orchestra songs includes one eagerly awaited new composition, called “Point of No Return.” Check it out here! You May Also Like: For ELO’s Jeff Lynne, Meeting George Harrison ‘Was Like a Dream Come True’ When Jeff Lynne’s ELO Triumphantly Returned With ‘LiveRead More

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