Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
Here’s When the 2025 Rock Hall of Fame Inductees Will Be RevealedHere’s When the 2025 Rock Hall of Fame Inductees Will Be RevealedPlus, a look at where each nominee stood on the last night of fan voting.
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.
Rock’s Most Exciting 2024 Comebacks and ReunionsRock’s Most Exciting 2024 Comebacks and ReunionsSome of rock's biggest names thrilled fans with reunions and long-anticipated returns.
Eddie Van Halen Almost Hung Up on Quincy Jones’ ‘Beat It’ CallEddie Van Halen Almost Hung Up on Quincy Jones’ ‘Beat It’ Call"What do you want you f---ing so-and-so!" was the guitarist's first confused response to the producing legend.
Arnel Pineda Offers to Leave Journey if Enough Fans Say ‘Go’Arnel Pineda Offers to Leave Journey if Enough Fans Say ‘Go’Singer offers the fans who have "hated me and never liked me from the very beginning" a chance to get him out of the group.
Rock Stars React to Donald Trump Assassination AttemptRock Stars React to Donald Trump Assassination AttemptPaul Stanley, Dee Snider, Ted Nugent and others have reacted with shock, sadness and anger.
John Fogerty Selling ‘Awe-Inspiring’ Home for $21.5 MillionJohn Fogerty Selling ‘Awe-Inspiring’ Home for $21.5 MillionThe Creedence Clearwater Revival legend purchased the house from Sylvester Stallone.
Aerosmith Announces Rescheduled Peace Out Farewell Tour DatesAerosmith Announces Rescheduled Peace Out Farewell Tour DatesDates resume a year after Steven Tyler's vocal issues forced the band off the road.
Sheila E. Felt ‘Used’ During ‘We Are the World’ Recording SessionSheila E. Felt ‘Used’ During ‘We Are the World’ Recording SessionSinger says she was used in an attempt to lure Prince to the recording session.
Billy Joel’s 100th MSG Residency Show Will Air on CBSBilly Joel’s 100th MSG Residency Show Will Air on CBSWhen 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 Single50 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 SundayRock’s 2024 Super Bowl Commercials: Watch Them Before SundayThe Band, Guns N' Roses, Free and Steppenwolf will all be heard at the big game.
Melvins Recruit Ministry’s Drummer for New ‘Tarantula Heart’ LPMelvins Recruit Ministry’s Drummer for New ‘Tarantula Heart’ LPThe new album features a 20-minute epic named "Pain Equals Funny."
Why Eric Carr Hated Kiss’ ‘All Hell’s Breakin’ Loose’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 WinnersThe Beatles and David Bowie Among Early Grammy WinnersJason Isbell also took home a pair of awards during the Grammy Premiere Ceremony.
Bruce Springsteen and Sammy Hagar Honor Jon Bon Jovi: Videos and PhotosBruce Springsteen and Sammy Hagar Honor Jon Bon Jovi: Videos and PhotosMammoth WVH and Jelly Roll also performed Bon Jovi songs at the star-studded event.