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Boston Singer Dies at Age 60 After Battle With Brain Cancer

He passed away on the same date as the legendary frontman he'd originally replaced. Continue reading…
Alice Cooper Announces 'Devil on My Shoulder' Autobiography

"I've written this book to track Alice's 'evilution,' and how I've tamed him at last," the shock rock legend says. Continue reading…
REO Speedwagon and Kevin Cronin Play Surprise Reunion Concert

"Good things are happening," Bruce Hall shared with fans following the special performance. Continue reading…
John Fogerty Adds Shared Steve Winwood Dates to Ongoing 2026 Tour

Major stops include Atlantic City, Boston, Chicago and Miami, among others. Continue reading…
Stray Cats Announce 2026 Tour After Health Challenges

Summer shows launch in July. Continue reading…
Jon Anderson Shares New 2026 Tour Dates

The former Yes frontman adds 16 additional concerts with the Band Geeks, including a second leg for the U.S. Continue reading…
Who Are the 'Big 4' of Sunset Strip Bands?

The scene birthed some of the biggest acts in rock history. Continue reading…
Country Joe McDonald, Singer and Woodstock Legend, Dead at 84

The psychedelic rock pioneer was one of '60s counterculture's loudest voices. Continue reading…
How Zakk Wylde Is Remembering Ozzy Osbourne

"You realize how many people have so many beautiful memories attached to these songs, and what the music means to them," the guitarist tells UCR. Continue reading…
Watch Black Label Society Perform a Rare Ozzy Osbourne Cover

They haven't played this one in over 20 years. Continue reading…
30 of the Best Rock Covers by Women

A playlist in honor of International Women's Day. Continue reading…
Steve Vai’s Spark That Rewired a New Version of Van Halen’s “Jump

The guitar virtuoso tells UCR about the 'bold steps' that they took on the updated classic for FIFA World Cup 2026 Continue reading…
Alice Cooper Plays Live Debuts at Criss Angel Residency: Set List

After 50-plus years and thousands of shows, the shock-rock legend is still shaking things up. Continue reading…
Dee Snider Jokingly Blames Bruce Dickinson For Abandoned Comeback

He also explains who finally convinced him to back down. Continue reading…
The 'Brady' House Is a Landmark Now — Guess These Other TV Homes

See if you can identify these other famous TV homes. Continue reading…