Eddie Money

George Thorogood and Metallica's James Hetfield also perform during two-hour AXS TV special.

Rocker admitted that his drinking problem was due to his genetics and the trappings of fame.

Late singer recalled 1969 performance to 400 people, and 1978 event to 30,000 in previously unpublished interview.

Singer and wife had church ceremony 30 years after eloping.

Several rockers covered the late musician's hits in concert over the weekend.

Singer spoke of quickly turning out another hit after surprising claim in previously unpublished interview.

Slash, Huey Lewis and Paul Stanley are among the fellow musicians expressing condolences.

He went from New York City police officer to one of the most reliable hitmakers of the late '70s and '80s.

Singer reported to have developed pneumonia after heart surgery.

The current season of AXS-TV's 'Real Money' will explore the aftermath of his diagnosis further.