Matthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
Matthew Wilkening
Who Is the Most Famous Musician Born the Same Year as You?
Neither Bruce Springsteen nor Billy Joel was deemed the most famous musician born in 1949.
Kiss Bids Cleveland an Explosive Farewell: Photos, Set List
The band repeatedly promised that their 27th Cleveland show would be their last.
25 Rock Stars Who Have Criticized the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
HOF execs have been labeled "faceless tuxedo-wearing morons" and "spineless weasels."
45 Years Ago: The Police Play Their First U.S. Show
Their debut album, 'Outlandos d'Amour,' had yet to be released.
20 of Rock’s Worst Album Covers
From giant floating carrots to weenie roasts on the moon, there are some big misfires.
What Was Dexys Midnight Runners’ Second Biggest Hit?
They scored seven other Top 40 hits in the U.K., including a second chart-topper.
20 Times Keith Richards Insulted Other Musicians
Rolling Stones co-founder has no problem calling famous peers "boring," "rubbish" or "crap."
40 Years Ago: Kiss Plays Their First Show Without Makeup
This marked the beginning of a difficult period for Gene Simmons.
Queen Kicks Off 2023 US ‘Rhapsody’ Tour: Photos, Set List, Videos
The band tore into "Stone Cold Crazy" for the first time since 2018.
Yes Adds Live Concerts and Rarities to ‘The Yes Album’ Box Set
Songs from two 1971 shows are among the collection's highlights.
U2’s 5 Most Dazzling Moments From Sphere Opening Night
Band used groundbreaking venue's video capabilities to create some unforgettable fire.
U2 Subverts Expectations at First Sphere Show: Photos, Set List
The band showed off the dazzling capabilities of the new venue while also keeping the focus on their music.
See Inside U2’s Interactive ‘Zoo Station’ Las Vegas Exhibit
Two interactive Trabant cars are among the highlights.
Don Dokken Addresses Voice Complaints: ‘Don’t Come to the Show’
"It's like a motor car. It's getting worn out."
Watch Bob Dylan’s Surprise Farm Aid 2023 Appearance
Three members of the Heartbreakers backed Dylan on a trio of songs from 1965.
25 Years Ago: Kiss’ Original Lineup Sorta Reunites for ‘Psycho Circus’
Despite the seemingly disjointed manner in which it was assembled, the album actually held together quite well.
David Lee Roth Solo Albums Ranked Worst to Best
Original Van Halen singer toggled between two approaches when he was on his own.
How Ace Frehley Set Out to ‘Show Those F—ers’ on His Solo Debut
"I didn’t think he was going to do anything that good," bandmate Paul Stanley admitted.
Paul Stanley’s Solo Album Chronicled a Real-Life Love Triangle
Kiss star admitted he "basked in the drama" on the 1978 LP.
Jann Wenner Apologizes for ‘Inflammatory’ Interview Statements
Wenner was removed from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame board of directors after his controversial comments.