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Elvis Costello Expands 2026 Tour With New US Dates

"Radio Soul! The Songs of Elvis Costello From the Early Days to the Late Hours" just added its first U.S. dates. Continue reading…
Rik Emmett Says Reunion Tour Is Like 'Triumph on 'Roids'

Frontman offers high praise for the group's extended lineup. Continue reading…
The Black Crowes' Robinson Booed After Mocking Fans’ ‘USA’ Chant

"I don't know what you have to be so proud of," the singer reportedly said in response to the chant. Continue reading…
Win a Signed Copy of Van Halen's 'New Haven 1986' Live Album

Sammy Hagar's first tour with Van Halen is finally being released on vinyl. Continue reading…
Def Leppard Extends Ongoing 2026 World Tour With Extreme

They've scheduled new stops through November in the U.S., Mexico and South America. Continue reading…
Triumph Makes a ‘Joyful F---ing Noise’ in Michigan: Photos, Video

"Good things come to those who wait," Rik Emmett told fans during an emotional speech as the band's reunion tour rolled through the Detroit area. Continue reading…
Charlie Benante Hears 'So Much S—' About Anthrax's Set List

He's heard the complaints -- and he's tired of them. Continue reading…
Ranking Rock's 100 Best '80s Albums

It's typically associated with the computerized, neon-tinged sounds of MTV, but there was much more to this wildly varied decade. Continue reading…
What Did Kinks Really Think of Van Halen's 'You Really Got Me'?

The cover helped launch Van Halen's career. Continue reading…
Watch Art Garfunkel Sing 'The Boxer' With Charlie Puth at MSG

"The reason that I'm here right now is because of the music you've written with Paul [Simon]," Puth said from the stage. "It's amazing." Continue reading…
How Prince Became a 'Supernatural' Inspiration to His Band

Longtime Revolution drummer Bobby Z tells UCR why the musical legend was "not human" and how he and his bandmates will honor their former leader at an all-star concert event June 5 in Minneapolis. Continue reading…
Hear Peter Gabriel's New Song 'A Hard Lesson'

The singer says this track was started back in the late 80s or early 90s. Continue reading…
The 25 Best Rock Records Released After Age 65

"Golden years" has taken on an entirely new meaning. Continue reading…
Steve Lukather Offers Details on Archival Van Halen Album

The Toto mastermind is helping Alex Van Halen bring the tracks to fruition. Continue reading…
How Paul McCartney's Aunt Helped Inspire 'Paperback Writer'

A quip from his Auntie Lil helped inspire the No. 1 hit. Continue reading…