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Revisiting Joy Division's Final Concert: Set List + Audio

It took place at Birmingham University in England, where only around 300 people got to attend. Continue reading…
Rock Legends Who Never Had a No. 1 Hit Single

They had plenty of success by any other measure. Continue reading…
Hear a New Chris Cornell Tribute From King Ultramega

Mastodon's Brann Dailor tells UCR how he got involved with the band's latest offering, which helps to raise funds and awareness for MusiCares. Continue reading…
Who Are the 'Big 4' of Southern Rock?

The territory south of the Mason-Dixon Line has always been musically fertile. Continue reading…
Hear Peter Gabriel's New Song, 'Won't Stand Down'

The singer says he wrote it "to encourage some sort of activism" and was inspired by Marvin Gaye. Continue reading…
50 Years Ago: Alan Parsons' Bold Start on 'Tales of Mystery'

He had Edgar Allan Poe, Pink Floyd and, most of all, partner Eric Woolfson to thank. Continue reading…
What It Was Really Like Growing Up a Country Kid in the '80s

Growing up rural in the '80s meant burn barrels, three-wheelers, and a world as big as your property line. Continue reading…
Watch David Lee Roth Cover Billy Joel's 'New York State of Mind'

The Van Halen star has been performing the surprising cover on his 2026 North American tour. Continue reading…
The Day Muddy Waters Died

The blues legend was 70 years old. Continue reading…
Who Are the 'Big 4' of Glam Rock?

The genre completely transformed what rock and roll looked like. Continue reading…
Sons of Kiss' Stanley and Simmons Reveal Debut Album Details

A third single and the duo's first-ever live performances will arrive in early May. Continue reading…
Photos - 20 Rock and Metal Stars in 1986 Vs. Now

The '80s were a period of radical change in hard rock and metal, and 1986 was no exception Continue reading…
Lynyrd Skynyrd Sets Fall 2026 Tour Plans

Johnny Van Zant also tells UCR about their upcoming summer concerts with Foreigner. Continue reading…
38 Special Adds Almost 20 Headlining Dates Around Kansas Tour

They'll also share stages with Styx, Foreigner, the Marshall Tucker Band and Don Felder. Continue reading…
Grand Funk Railroad Extends Summer Tour After Lead Singer's Retirement

Expanded Still Shinin' On shows come with news that singer Max Carl is retiring. Continue reading…