Ultimate Classic Rock News

Honors were also bestowed upon Steve Winwood, 10cc’s Graham Gouldman and Elaine Paige. Continue reading…
Author: Martin Kielty
Posted: June 14, 2025, 1:40 pm
The Surfing With the Hydra Tour has kicked off in the U.K., with dates to follow across Europe. Continue reading…
Author: Allison Rapp
Posted: June 14, 2025, 12:59 pm
Concert included the live debut of several songs. Continue reading…
Author: Allison Rapp
Posted: June 14, 2025, 12:24 pm
Eighty-nine tracks, dozens never heard, from the King's early-to-mid-'70s Los Angeles sessions. Continue reading…
Author: Michael Gallucci
Posted: June 13, 2025, 1:22 pm
From the Pinto to the Civic, get ready to relive the days of manual windows and two-door wagons as we flip through some of the most iconic car print ads from 1970s magazines. Continue reading…
Author: Stephen Lenz
Posted: June 13, 2025, 1:16 pm
Here's your chance to enter to win Ozzy Osbourne's 'Scream' vinyl reissue along with a livestream code for Ozzy and Black Sabbath's farewell concert. Continue reading…
Author: Chad Childers
Posted: June 13, 2025, 1:04 pm
Def Leppard guitarist is in complete cancer remission after 12 years, following failed surgery and loss of previously planned donor. Continue reading…
Author: Martin Kielty
Posted: June 13, 2025, 12:44 pm
The trek is scheduled to last until October. Continue reading…
Author: Allison Rapp
Posted: June 13, 2025, 12:25 pm
2024's comeback LP, remixed and recontextualized. Continue reading…
Author: Michael Gallucci
Posted: June 13, 2025, 12:19 pm
A look at those we've lost. Continue reading…
Author: Allison Rapp
Posted: June 13, 2025, 11:00 am
More than one-third of the songs the heavy metal legends played came from their 1990 comeback album. Continue reading…
Author: Matthew Wilkening
Posted: June 13, 2025, 2:21 am
Alan Gratzer, Neal Doughty and Bruce Hall also tell UCR about their upcoming tribute to the band's legacy. Continue reading…
Author: Matt Wardlaw
Posted: June 12, 2025, 4:54 pm
'Live From the Rainbow Theatre With Ray Cooper' features one of the most intimate performances of his career. Continue reading…
Author: Michael Gallucci
Posted: June 12, 2025, 3:30 pm
Josh Homme and his bandmates showcase the elegant side of their music in a distinct and haunting setting. Continue reading…
Author: Matthew Wilkening
Posted: June 12, 2025, 2:38 pm
The real-life music store where Wayne bought his dream guitar is closing for good. Continue reading…
Author: Rob Carroll
Posted: June 12, 2025, 1:44 pm
This is the sixth cut to be released before 'Tracks II''s arrival on June 27. Continue reading…
Author: Michael Gallucci
Posted: June 12, 2025, 1:28 pm
"Today, one of my heroes died," he said before an acoustic rendition of the 'Pet Sounds' classic. Continue reading…
Author: Allison Rapp
Posted: June 12, 2025, 1:08 pm
The best archival recordings, box sets and expanded LPs from the past three months. Continue reading…
Author: Michael Gallucci
Posted: June 12, 2025, 12:23 pm
Sometimes it takes the right artist at the right time to make a song a hit. Continue reading…
Author: Allison Rapp
Posted: June 12, 2025, 11:57 am
Some LPs that initially failed to create much commercial interest ended up growing in both fan and critical estimation. Continue reading…
Author: Nick DeRiso
Posted: June 12, 2025, 11:50 am
"He always wanted to know what they were up to and he was measuring himself in comparison to them," explained Mike Love. Continue reading…
Author: Gary Graff
Posted: June 12, 2025, 12:04 am
Idol's brood got bigger a few years ago, thanks to a chance connection made courtesy of a DNA test. Continue reading…
Author: Jeff Giles
Posted: June 11, 2025, 10:20 pm
The following day, he canceled all of his remaining concert dates, citing "unforeseen health reasons." Continue reading…
Author: Gary Graff
Posted: June 11, 2025, 8:18 pm
The Beach Boys legend's death at age 82 has sparked memories and tributes. Continue reading…
Author: Nick DeRiso
Posted: June 11, 2025, 6:34 pm
Randy Bachman and Burton Cummings promise a long show filled with Guess Who, BTO and solo songs. Continue reading…
Author: Matthew Wilkening
Posted: June 11, 2025, 5:46 pm
There's way more to the band than surfing, cars and girls. Continue reading…
Author: Michael Gallucci
Posted: June 11, 2025, 5:35 pm
The Beach Boys leader entered conservatorship in 2024. Continue reading…
Author: Allison Rapp
Posted: June 11, 2025, 5:03 pm
The evening also featured a backstage reunion among four Ratt alumni. Continue reading…
Author: Matthew Wilkening
Posted: June 11, 2025, 1:47 pm
The most essential recordings from the bands that shaped a genre. Continue reading…
Author: Michael Gallucci
Posted: June 11, 2025, 12:28 pm
They return to 'Dark Side of the Moon' and 'The Wall,' again and again. But which was best? Continue reading…
Author: Nick DeRiso
Posted: June 11, 2025, 11:58 am
The voice sure sounds like his. Continue reading…
Author: Allison Rapp
Posted: June 10, 2025, 8:11 pm
After deciding the existing plans weren't up to snuff, the band is taking control and promising new announcements. Continue reading…
Author: Matthew Wilkening
Posted: June 10, 2025, 6:58 pm
These movies failed to conquer the box office 40 years ago. Here's why you should watch them this summer. Continue reading…
Author: Jeff Giles
Posted: June 10, 2025, 6:01 pm
They're playing shows with the Marshall Tucker Band, Starship featuring Mickey Thomas and Blue Oyster Cult. Continue reading…
Author: Nick DeRiso
Posted: June 10, 2025, 4:34 pm
Band will perform classic 1971 album in its entirety as part of the 'The Album Series.' Continue reading…
Author: Michael Gallucci
Posted: June 10, 2025, 3:01 pm