Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
Heart Announces ‘An Evening With’ 2025 TourHeart Announces ‘An Evening With’ 2025 TourThe Wilson sisters will treat fans to special shows with two separate sets each night.
What Kiss’ Ace Frehley and Bruce Kulick Think of Vinnie VincentWhat Kiss’ Ace Frehley and Bruce Kulick Think of Vinnie Vincent"It's questionable how much Vinnie really played," Kulick said of the trio's 2022 live performance.
Mick Jagger and LA Firefighters Trade Bob Dylan Jokes at OscarsMick Jagger and LA Firefighters Trade Bob Dylan Jokes at Oscars"Bob Dylan wanted to be here ... but not that much," added host Conan O'Brien.
A Complete Wipeout: Bob Dylan Biopic Goes 0 for 8 at the OscarsA Complete Wipeout: Bob Dylan Biopic Goes 0 for 8 at the OscarsTimothee Chalamet and his castmates' excellent work went unrewarded on Hollywood's big night.
Paul Stanley Defends Exclusion of Kiss Alumni at Farewell ShowPaul Stanley Defends Exclusion of Kiss Alumni at Farewell Show"To be somewhat diplomatic, there were people who made unrealistic demands," he explained.
Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons’ Sons Are Recording TogetherPaul Stanley and Gene Simmons’ Sons Are Recording TogetherThe Kiss offspring posted a video of their first original song.
Kevin Cronin Plays ‘Bittersweet’ First Post-REO Speedwagon ShowKevin Cronin Plays ‘Bittersweet’ First Post-REO Speedwagon Show"The time has come to stop fighting, forgive and move on," he tells UCR.
Hear the First Single From Billy Idol’s New ‘Dream Into It’ AlbumHear the First Single From Billy Idol’s New ‘Dream Into It’ Album"Still Dancing" is from his upcoming autobiographical LP.
Bruce Kulick Recalls an ‘Incredibly Horrific’ 1988 Kiss ConcertBruce Kulick Recalls an ‘Incredibly Horrific’ 1988 Kiss ConcertHopefully, they burned their stage clothes after this show.
Jason Bonham to Play Led Zeppelin’s ‘Physical Graffiti’ in Full on Summer TourJason Bonham to Play Led Zeppelin’s ‘Physical Graffiti’ in Full on Summer TourJohn Bonham's son will pay tribute to his "favorite Led Zeppelin album of all time."
John Paul Jones Almost Quit Led Zeppelin During ‘Physical Graffiti’ SessionsJohn Paul Jones Almost Quit Led Zeppelin During ‘Physical Graffiti’ Sessions"We were all very tired and under pressure and it just came to a head," he later explained.
The Day an Emergency Broadcast System Error Spread Nuclear FearThe Day an Emergency Broadcast System Error Spread Nuclear Fear"I was absolutely terrified," one listener reported. "I just knew that we were at war."
Why Eagles’ Bernie Leadon Poured a Beer on Glenn Frey’s HeadWhy Eagles’ Bernie Leadon Poured a Beer on Glenn Frey’s HeadThe founding guitarist left the group soon after what he later admitted was a "very disrespectful" act.
Ted Nugent Announces Summer 2025 Concert ScheduleTed Nugent Announces Summer 2025 Concert ScheduleThe shows will celebrate the 50th anniversary of his classic song "Stranglehold."
Stan Lynch’s New Band The Speaker Wars Launch ‘You Make Every Lie Come True’ VideoStan Lynch’s New Band The Speaker Wars Launch ‘You Make Every Lie Come True’ VideoThe former drummer of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers is ready for another round.
Here Are the Rock Hall of Fame Fan Vote Leaders After One WeekHere Are the Rock Hall of Fame Fan Vote Leaders After One WeekThe leading band has close to twice as many votes as the runner-up.
Melvins Announce New ‘Thunderball’ and ‘Death March’ AlbumsMelvins Announce New ‘Thunderball’ and ‘Death March’ AlbumsThe group will also embark on a two-month tour with a twin-drummer lineup this spring.
1975’s 18 Most Important Rock Tours1975’s 18 Most Important Rock ToursEagles and Kiss broke through to mainstream fame, while Alice Cooper and Fleetwood Mac launched important new eras.
Rick Springfield and John Waite Announce ‘I Want My 80s’ TourRick Springfield and John Waite Announce ‘I Want My 80s’ TourWang Chung, Paul Young and John Cafferty will also join in on the fun.
Rock Hall of Fame’s 2025 Nominations Dominated by New NamesRock Hall of Fame’s 2025 Nominations Dominated by New NamesEight of this year's nominees are on the ballot for the first time.