Corey Irwin is a writer and editor for Ultimate Classic Rock. He’s spent more than 15 years working in radio, including stints in Los Angeles and San Francisco. In addition to UCR, he has written for Diffuser, Ultimate Prince and Music Connection Magazine
Corey Irwin
Steve Vai Admits ‘Eat ‘Em and Smile’ Reunion Is Unlikely
"There comes a time where you feel the train has left the station."
25 Classic Rock Outfits for Your Dog
Seriously? Seriously.
Here’s When Bret Michaels Knew Poison Had ‘Hit the Big Time’
"I’ve never been so excited in my life," Michaels says of the surprising moment.
Is Billy Joel Teasing New Music?
It's been 17 years since his last release.
35 Years Ago: Why Mike Myers’ ‘SNL’ Debut Was ‘Quite Terrifying’
He made his debut on Jan. 21, 1989, but didn't become a breakout star until later in the season.
How Mike Myers Joined ‘Saturday Night Live’ Without Auditioning
"If I had auditioned, I don't think I would have gotten in."
Vince Neil Recalls How David Lee Roth Took Him Under His Wing
Van Halen singer gave some sage advice to the Motley Crue frontman.
Paul Shaffer Recalls Being the First Person to Say ‘F—‘ on ‘SNL’
"My face went white," the musician recalls. "I thought, My career's over."
David Lee Roth Claims He Racked Up a $92,000 Weed Bill
Former Van Halen singer says he smokes "more than the gross national product of most emerging young African nations.”
David Lee Roth Says Alex Van Halen Drove Eddie ‘F—ing Crazy’
“Dave, I f---ing hate my brother, it's why I f---ing drink.”
Lynch Mob Announces ‘The Final Ride’ Farewell Tour
Trek kicks off Feb. 1 and runs through 2025.
20 Famous Rock Bands That Suffered a Sophomore Slump
Some were career killers, while others were merely a bump in the road.
Gene Simmons Announces First Post-Kiss Show
He'll perform with his solo band in April.
Motley Crue Unveils ‘World’s Most Notorious Museum’
One of the museum's initial collections focuses on the band's 'Shout at the Devil' era.
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Announces Farewell Tour
Country rock legends will trek across the U.S. starting in March.
Soundgarden’s Kim Thayil Says Grunge Was a ‘Marketing Thing’
Guitarist admits the term wasn't used among Seattle musicians.