Matthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
Matthew Wilkening
Sheila E. Felt ‘Used’ During ‘We Are the World’ Recording Session
Singer says she was used in an attempt to lure Prince to the recording session.
Billy Joel’s 100th MSG Residency Show Will Air on CBS
When the residency is over, Joel will have played 150 shows at the famous NYC venue.
50 Years Ago: Kiss Tries the Back Door With Debut Single
"Nothin' to Lose" failed to chart, but the band knew they'd hit on a winning formula.
Rock’s 2024 Super Bowl Commercials: Watch Them Before Sunday
The Band, Guns N' Roses, Free and Steppenwolf will all be heard at the big game.
Melvins Recruit Ministry’s Drummer for New ‘Tarantula Heart’ LP
The new album features a 20-minute epic named "Pain Equals Funny."
Why Eric Carr Hated Kiss’ ‘All Hell’s Breakin’ Loose’
The drummer's first reaction: "Oh, my God, what are you doing to my song?"
The Beatles and David Bowie Among Early Grammy Winners
Jason Isbell also took home a pair of awards during the Grammy Premiere Ceremony.
Bruce Springsteen and Sammy Hagar Honor Jon Bon Jovi: Videos and Photos
Mammoth WVH and Jelly Roll also performed Bon Jovi songs at the star-studded event.
Watch Ace Frehley Space Travel in New ‘Walkin’ on the Moon’ Video
The former Kiss star delivers an outer space-themed love song.
1984’s 40 Most Awesome Music Videos
Music's biggest stars began to fulfill the true potential of MTV with amazingly creative videos.
40 Years Ago: A Secretly Doomed Van Halen Launches the 1984 Tour
Personality conflicts and substance abuse brought an unexpected end to the band's original lineup.
35 Albums That Turn 35 in 2024
Many of rock's biggest stars ended the decade with strong statements.
2024 Movie Sequels Preview: 32 Franchises Returning This Year
Sequels, prequels, reboots and spinoffs will dominate the big screen in 2024.
2024 Classic Rock Forecast: Will These 24 Questions Be Answered?
2024 could be a very eventful year in rock music.
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."
15 Rock Stars Who Put Out New Albums in Both 1973 and 2023
They said rock 'n' roll wouldn't last. These artists have proved them wrong.