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Aimee Mann Admits She Nearly Passed on Performing With Rush

She joined the band for the first shows of their reunion tour -- but the collaboration almost didn't happen. Continue reading…
Springsteen, Vedder + More to Perform at Obama Center Opening

The star-studded event will be livestreamed globally. Continue reading…
How Gregg Allman Finally Confronted His Demons

The late Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee discussed that and many other career points in Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul, a new documentary in theaters today. Continue reading…
Jon Bon Jovi Says He's 'Fully Recovered' Ahead of Comeback Shows

He previously underwent a highly publicized vocal cord reconstructive procedure. Continue reading…
How Rick Springfield Got Career Help From Sammy Hagar

The '80s heartthrob tells UCR how he had a hit, but also, an important assist from the Red Rocker as his success in the music business was exploding. Continue reading…
Chicago Co-Founder Walt Parazaider Dies at Age 81

He's been credited with the idea of adding horns to the rock-band concept. Continue reading…
Cactus Teams Up With Eric Gales for 'Back Door Man': Exclusive

The song's video tells an urban ghost story that harks back to the glory days of MTV. Continue reading…
Steve Miller Confirms Two Rare Concerts for Fall 2026

He abruptly canceled a 28-stop tour in 2025, citing "unacceptable" weather conditions. Continue reading…
New Releases: Celebrating Music History With Classic Reissues

The best box sets, deluxe editions and lost gems from the past three months. Continue reading…
'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' Is Coming to the Sphere

They'll use "advanced technologies to enhance the original beloved 1975 film." Continue reading…
Is Faith No More Teasing a 2027 Comeback Tour?

They haven't toured in over a decade. Continue reading…
'ALF' and Other TV Shows With Only One Surviving Cast Member

With the passing of 'ALF' mom Anne Schedeen on June 14, 2026, the iconic late-'80s NBC sitcom joins a small and bittersweet club. Continue reading…
How Soundgarden Named One of Their Most Important Albums

In an exclusive interview with UCR, guitarist Kim Thayil also looks back at the Seattle band's legendary catalog of work. Continue reading…
No. 1 Albums of 1986 Ranked Worst to Best

Rock was a dominant cultural force, but pop still ruled the charts. Continue reading…
The Five Most Famous Songs From 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off'

An excerpt from the newly released book 'Ferris Bueller... You're My Hero.' Continue reading…