Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
Vote for the Best Album of the ’80s: UCR’s March Madness BracketVote for the Best Album of the ’80s: UCR’s March Madness BracketThirty-two classic albums got a spot in our bracket. Only one gets to dress like Freddie Mercury!
Def Leppard Recruits Bret Michaels and Extreme for Summer ShowsDef Leppard Recruits Bret Michaels and Extreme for Summer ShowsThe band now has 24 shows scheduled for the summer of 2025.
‘Spinal Tap II’ Gets a Release Date and Amps That Now Go Past 11‘Spinal Tap II’ Gets a Release Date and Amps That Now Go Past 11Paul McCartney and Elton John will also appear in the movie.
Kiss Announces ‘Asylum’-Era ‘Off the Soundboard’ Live AlbumKiss Announces ‘Asylum’-Era ‘Off the Soundboard’ Live AlbumIt's the first time the band's 1985 tour has been featured on a live album.
1980’s 14 Most Important Rock Tours1980’s 14 Most Important Rock ToursRock's biggest acts entered the new decade with new lineups, new sounds and new facial hair.
You Can Be Gene Simmons’ Roadie – For Just $12,495 a Day!You Can Be Gene Simmons’ Roadie – For Just $12,495 a Day!Concert ticket not included.
Bon Jovi Not Giving Up on ‘Forever’ Album or Touring FutureBon Jovi Not Giving Up on ‘Forever’ Album or Touring FutureJon Bon Jovi is moving forward with a plan to "give this great album another life."
Guess Who’s Burton Cummings on Rock Hall of Fame: ‘It’s Not Rock ‘n’ Roll’Guess Who’s Burton Cummings on Rock Hall of Fame: ‘It’s Not Rock ‘n’ Roll’"I don't lose any sleep about it," he declares.
Why Heart’s Ann Wilson Is Using a Wheelchair and Sling on TourWhy Heart’s Ann Wilson Is Using a Wheelchair and Sling on Tour"It's not about cancer, it's about me being a klutz," the singer explained.
Motley Crue Postpones Vegas Residency for Vince Neil Health IssueMotley Crue Postpones Vegas Residency for Vince Neil Health IssueHis bandmates have wished him a speedy recovery.