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Ween Producer Details the Making of '12 Golden Country Greats'

The band eagerly changed their normal recording methods for the chance to work with Nashville legends. Continue reading…
Top 10 Jack Douglas Albums

Aerosmith's Joe Perry referred to Douglas as "our George Martin." Continue reading…
Stevie Wonder Albums Ranked Worst to Best

Was there a better run of albums in the '70s than Stevie Wonder's string of classics? Continue reading…
30 Years Ago: Oasis Becomes the Fastest-Selling Group in the UK

In 1996, their summer tour — including their legendary stop at Knebworth — completely sold out in just nine hours. Continue reading…
Ween Cover the Rolling Stones On Expanded 'Country Greats' Album

This is the third archival release from the band so far this year. Continue reading…
U2 Previews 'Street of Dreams' Ahead of Long-Awaited New Album

They've confirmed the first collection of originals since 2017's 'Songs of Experience.' Continue reading…
Barry Blaustein, Eddie Murphy's 'SNL' Writer, Dead at 71

He also penned some of Murphy's most famous films, including 'Coming to America.' Continue reading…
Hear Deep Purple's First 'SPLAT!' Single, 'Arrogant Boy'

Singer Ian Gillan says the song is about an unhappy young man who excels at irritating the elite. Continue reading…
Remembering Jack Douglas: A Legacy in Rock Music Production

New Yorker, who also worked with Cheap Trick and Patti Smith, has died at 80. Continue reading…
Elton John Says Vision Loss Forced Him to Change His Songwriting

He has a new album on the way, and it was created differently than his previous LPs. Continue reading…
Pearl Jam Announces First Concert Since Drummer's Departure

Guitarist Mike McCready said last month that they were still looking for a replacement. Continue reading…
Black Sabbath, Police, Kinks Stars Join Gene Simmons' Vegas Expo

Vanilla Fudge, Dio and Ratt stars will also take part in the weekend festivities. Continue reading…
Ritchie Blackmore Remembers Being Replaced By Christopher Cross

The guitar legend tells UCR about the one memorable Deep Purple show he missed. Continue reading…
The Fixx Confirms More Than 20 Summer U.S. Tour Dates

They'll share stages with the Smithereens on more than a half dozen stops. Continue reading…
Journey Adds New 'Final Frontier' Tour Dates

An additional leg has been added to the San Francisco group's ongoing farewell tour, starting in September in Los Angeles. Continue reading…