Matt Wardlaw is the host of Ultimate Classic Rock Nights. He loves vinyl and believes that the compact disc is still a worthy format. Right now, he's probably reading some liner notes.
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George Thorogood Says He Does ‘Obscure Material,’ Not Cover Songs
Blues guitarist explains the difference to UCR in advance of his summer tour with John Fogerty.
Why Mike Love Was Upset at the Beach Boys’ Rock Hall Induction
He talks about what triggered his legendary speech and how he heard about it from a Beatle.
Rock’s 21 Longest-Lasting Current Lineups
It's not easy to keep a band together.
How Steve Perry Recorded a New Version of a Journey Deep Cut
"One thing that people need to know is that Perry can still sing his ass off," collaborator Trev Lukather tells UCR.
The Tears for Fears Song That Was Inspired by Don Henley
As it turns out, the Eagles singer and drummer apparently likes what they did.
Hear Carmine Appice’s New Version of ‘Evil’ With Dee Snider
The track is featured on an upcoming Cactus album and includes co-founding guitarist Jim McCarty and King's X singer / bassist Dug Pinnick.
How Def Leppard ‘Joined the Big Leagues’ With ‘Pyromania’
"We had this opportunity to come out all guns blazing," Joe Elliott tells UCR.
The Night Steely Dan Performed Under a Different Name
The group's bus driver, Jerome Aniton, bestowed the moniker upon them one alcohol-fueled evening.
How Deep Purple Created a ‘Minor Miracle’ With ‘Machine Head’
"It’s a project that almost got destroyed before it even got started," bassist Roger Glover tells UCR.
Joe Satriani and Steve Vai Have ‘Crazy Ideas’ for Upcoming Album: Interview
The guitar shredders tell UCR about their new music and upcoming tours with Sammy Hagar and Adrian Belew.
Why Lynyrd Skynyrd Was ‘Scared of Their Success’
"I don't think they knew 'Sweet Home Alabama' was a hit song," Johnny Van Zant tells UCR.
How UFO Aimed for the Stars With ‘Lights Out’
"I thought we needed to change or up our game," vocalist Phil Mogg tells UCR.
Why Krist Novoselic Was the ‘Unsung Hero’ of Nirvana
"He really helped keep things together," author Michael Azerrad tells UCR.
How Adrian Belew Put Together His ‘80s King Crimson Celebration
"These shows are going to be really exciting," the guitarist tells UCR. "It's like holding back a tsunami."
How Judas Priest Made Their New Album With No Agendas: Interview
"This is the band that can be 'Painkiller' one minute and then you're 'Turbo Lover' in the next," Rob Halford tells UCR.
Mick Mars Plans New Music: ‘I Do Have Another Album in the Fire’
"I want to do it until I can't," the former Motley Crue guitarist tells UCR.
How Def Leppard Came of Age With ‘Pyromania': Exclusive Interview
Guitarist Phil Collen tells UCR about the transformation and why the band was more "Duran Duran than Iron Maiden."
Exclusive: Check Out Billy Gibbons’ New Club: Photos, Interview
ZZ Top legend and his partner, Tim Montana, give UCR an inside look at the Wise River Club in Montana.
Watch the New Video From Trev Lukather and Nic Collins’ the Effect
Trev Lukather and Nic Collins tell UCR about the "heavy songs and big riffs" fans will find in their new music.
How the Black Crowes Came ‘Full Circle’ With Aerosmith
"They were so supportive and so cool," guitarist Rich Robinson tells UCR.