Corey Irwin is a writer and editor for Ultimate Classic Rock. He’s spent more than 15 years working in radio, including stints in Los Angeles and San Francisco. In addition to UCR, he has written for Diffuser, Ultimate Prince and Music Connection Magazine
Corey Irwin
Deep Purple Announces New Album ‘=1′
It's the first release to feature guitarist Simon McBride, who joined the band in 2022.
Peter Frampton Left ‘Speechless’ by Hall of Fame Honor
He admits he "never expected" to be selected for the Hall.
Mick Jones: Hall of Fame Is ‘Cherry on Top’ of Foreigner’s Career
Band finally earns enshrinement after being eligible since 2003.
Ozzy Osbourne ‘More Than Honored’ by Rock Hall of Fame Selection
Prince of Darkness will be inducted as a solo artist after already getting enshrined with Black Sabbath in 2006.
Lars Ulrich’s Childhood Home for Sale at $6.85 Million
The impressive house in Copenhagen is more than 100 years old.
The Best Song From Every Cure Album
Robert Smith's group boasts an array of classic tunes.
Heart Ready to Move Past ‘Family Drama’ as Tour Kicks Off
Ann and Nancy Wilson will return for their first extended trek together since 2019.
Vinny Appice Details ‘Amazing’ Last Session With Ronnie James Dio
Singer had been going through chemo and was unsure if he'd be up to the task.
Phil Mogg Confirms UFO Is Done: ‘It’s Come to a Conclusion’
His heart attack disrupted the band's previous farewell tour plans.
Michael Anthony Says He Hasn’t Spoken to David Lee Roth in Years
He describes the former Van Halen frontman as a "crazy guy" who is "hard to explain."
2024 Summer Tour Preview
Many of rock's biggest acts will be hitting the road.
Listen to Pearl Jam’s New Song ‘Wreckage’
It's the third offering from their upcoming 'Dark Matter' album.
John Mellencamp Tells Fans to Behave or ‘Don’t Come to My Show’
The singer has no patience for people who "want to come and scream and yell and get drunk."
Chris Robinson Says Black Crowes ‘Don’t Know S— About Music’
He says the "arithmetic of music" is something that escaped his band.
Sublime’s New Singer Jakob Nowell Has Some Surprising Metal Influences
Jakob Nowell names three heavy-hitters as his biggest influences.
Damon Albarn Blasts Coachella Crowd: ‘You’ll Never See Us Again’
Blur frontman was outraged by the lackluster audience.
Tom Keifer Recalls Freezing While Making Classic Cinderella Video
He says it was "worth getting frostbite."
2024 Music Festivals Classic Rock Fans Should Actually Care About
If Coachella isn't your vibe, head to one of these exciting events instead.
Burton Cummings Makes Drastic Move to Stop ‘Fake’ Guess Who
The unheard of legal move stops the current Guess Who from performing his songs, but also carries serious financial risk for Cummings.
Joe Elliott Defends Def Leppard’s Concerts: ‘We Don’t Use Tapes’
He claims anyone who accuses the band of using backing tracks simply "can’t believe how good it is for real."