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Kevin Cronin Says REO Speedwagon Became an 'Impossible Situation'

He says there was a "chasm opening within the band” years before their breakup. Continue reading…
Color Photos Prove the 1950s Weren’t a Black-and-White World

Think you know the ‘50s and ‘60s? Spoiler alert: They were filled with colors you might never expect. Continue reading…
Kansas Drummer Phil Ehart Reveals New Memoir, 'I Am Phil'

"This is my story as I lived it," he says about the upcoming book. "Messy, meaningful, and real.” Continue reading…
10 Years Gone: 15 Legendary Musicians We Lost in 2016

We lost far more than our fair share of innovative geniuses on this particular trip around the sun. Continue reading…
What To Expect From Tedeschi Trucks Band's 2026 Tour

The group also announced a new album and first single. Continue reading…
How David Bowie's 'Station to Station' Redefined His Music

Coming off his first No. 1 single and in the middle of a nasty cocaine addiction, he made one of his best albums. Continue reading…
Geddy Lee Is Open to Making New Rush Music

But first, he says, they must "manage to survive" their massive reunion tour. Continue reading…
Classic-Era Scorpions Bassist Francis Buchholz Dies at 71

He played a key role in signature songs like "Still Loving You," "Rock You Like a Hurricane" and "Wind of Change." Continue reading…
Hear Megadeth's Version of Metallica's 'Ride the Lightning'

History is made as Megadeth release their final album, including their version of Metallica's "Ride the Lightning." Continue reading…
Eagles' 'Greatest Hits' Becomes First Album to Hit 40M US Sales

It was the first album to earn a platinum certification. Fifty years later, it's still making history. Continue reading…
The Change in California Law That Ensnared Two Rockers Again

Their cases were dropped, until a newly enacted statute began allowing older claims to be refiled. Continue reading…
Best and Worst Solo Album From Every Member of the Rolling Stones

The top releases from each of the core members, past and present, along with the least extraordinary. Continue reading…
How Dave Mustaine Found His Megadeth Voice: Exclusive Interview

He tells UCR about the important "paradigm shift" that helped set the course for the future thrash metal legends. Continue reading…
February 2026 New Music Releases

Rock looks back with a series of expanded box sets, new compilations, live albums and vinyl reissues. Continue reading…
Def Leppard Releases New Song 'Rejoice'

Guitarist Phil Collen says the song has more "oomph" than the band's recent releases. Continue reading…