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How Gene Siskel Tried to Sabotage the Original 'Friday the 13th'

The famous critic openly attempted to sabotage the success of 'Friday the 13th' by breaking a movie review norm. Continue reading…

AC/DC Set List Roundtable: What Should They Play on 2025 Tour?

UCR writers break down their dream scenarios for the rockers' upcoming North American trek. Continue reading…

Win Van Halen's 'Live In Dallas 1991' Record Store Day Vinyl

Special show found Sammy Hagar making good on a promise to Texas fans. Continue reading…

Watch Gene Simmons' Video for 'Stormy Weather' From 'Reagan' Film

He's the latest in a long line of stars to tackle the jazz standard. Continue reading…

Steve Vai Says ‘Eat ‘Em and Smile’ Reunion Was One Chord Away

See backstage photos from a packed David Lee Roth concert that was canceled by the fire marshal. Continue reading…

AC/DC Announces 2025 North American Stadium Tour

New leg of 'Power Up' trek follows summer 2024 European shows. Continue reading…

Grateful Dead Discussed Phil Lesh Reunion Before His Death

"I was hoping that we could play with him again one more time," Bill Kreutzmann said. Continue reading…

Sting and Snoop Dogg Rework 'Message in a Bottle' on New Single

The unlikely duo's new song interpolates the Police's famous 1979 hit. Continue reading…

Geezer Butler Enjoyed Being Briefly Fired by Black Sabbath

Bassist says drug-fuelled 1977 move gave him the best two weeks he’d had in years. Continue reading…

Jake E. Lee Says Shooter Was Aiming At His Dog

Guitarist shares more details of late-night assault in the spirit of Thanksgiving. Continue reading…

The Best Song From Every Billy Joel Album

His mastery of melody and genre-hopping fearlessness made him a musical legend. Continue reading…

The 20 Most-Covered Rolling Stones Songs

Music by the British bad boys as interpreted by country legends, metal bands and more. Continue reading…

Lou Gramm Says Record Label and Mick Jones Made Shadow King Fail

He believes the short-lived supergroup was never given a chance to succeed. Continue reading…

Liam Gallagher Responds to Sex Pistol Who Called Oasis 'Boring'

Glen Matlock also reveals he nearly worked with Oasis in the '90s. Continue reading…

Blue Oyster Cult Had to Ban Cowbells From Shows After 'SNL' Skit

"We're all at the mercy of the cowbell sketch in different ways," Buck Dharma says. Continue reading…

Billy Joel: 'I Never Liked My Own Voice'

The Piano Man can name several other singers he tries to channel during his concerts. Continue reading…

Bruce Springsteen Live Albums Ranked

Longtime fans will tell you his studio records are only half the story - concert performances are the other, and maybe more essential, part. Continue reading…

Heart Were Surprised to Be ‘Singled Out as Women'

"We weren't feminists, we were just strong military brats ... that wanted to be like the Beatles," Nancy Wilson tells UCR. Continue reading…

Orianthi Filling in for Nita Strauss on Alice Cooper 2025 Tour

She previously toured with the shock-rock legend from 2011 to 2014. Continue reading…

Win a U2 'How to Re-Assemble an Atomic Bomb' Exclusive Vinyl

You also get a U2 'Songs of Surrender' vinyl box set. Continue reading…

Eagles Add More Concerts to Their 2025 Schedule

Band extends dates through the first quarter of the new year. Continue reading…

Could U2’s Next Album Feature Folk Music?

The Edge says work is underway with Brian Eno containing a sci-fi element, as Larry Mullen returns to the band. Continue reading…

Elvis Costello Sees a Similar Trait in Bob Dylan and Taylor Swift

English rocker noted a similarity in their styles while praising both songwriters. Continue reading…

2024 Album Reviews: UCR's Guide to the Year's Biggest Records

A look at more than two dozen new releases that came out this past year. Continue reading…

Elton John Says He's Blind in Right Eye: 'I Can't See Anything'

The singer has offered an update on the eye infection that has caused damage to his vision. Continue reading…

15 Hollywood Celebrities Name Their Favorite Classic Rock Acts

Check out these famous fans' picks. Continue reading…

Hear Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson Join Opeth on New Song '§4'

Collaboration appears on the Swedish metal group's new album. Continue reading…

Blues Image Frontman Mike Pinera Dead at 76

Singer and guitarist co-wrote band’s 1970 hit “Ride Captain Ride” before joining Iron Butterfly then Alice Cooper. Continue reading…

Lou Gramm Plotting Retirement in 2025: 'That's Gonna Be It'

He plans to step away from the road for good next summer. Continue reading…

Sammy Hagar Explains Why He Switched Drummers

After Jason Bonham's departure, Kenny Aronoff was recruited. Here's why. Continue reading…

Rock Reading List: 35 Music Books Released in 2024

Perfect for gift-giving season. Continue reading…

Sammy Hagar on Alex Van Halen Schism: 'I Want to Be Friends'

"It's on my bucket list that I will not take this to my grave, and I don’t want Al taking it to his grave," Red Rocker says. Continue reading…

Bruce Springsteen Plays Final Show of 2024: Set List and Video

The Boss already has more than a dozen shows booked for next year. Continue reading…

Alice Brock, Who Helped Inspire 'Alice's Restaurant,' Dead at 83

She remained lifelong friends with Arlo Guthrie, who scored a hit with the tune in 1967. Continue reading…

Lou Gramm Says Current Foreigner Singer's Ego Is Blocking Reunion

He and the band have discussed a reunion, but there's a major issue getting in the way. Continue reading…

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