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The Four Most Disappointing Kiss Albums

It's not always easy to be a fan of the hottest band in the land. Continue reading…
Keith Richards Casts Doubt on Future Rolling Stones Tours

As the group gets set to release a new album, the guitarist shares his thoughts on what might be possible. Continue reading…
What Are the 'Big 4' of Rush Albums?

These are the albums that best define Rush, usually by taking their music in bold new directions. Continue reading…
Rolling Stones Reveal Next Single From 'Foreign Tongues' Album

The band's 25th studio album hits shelves next month. Continue reading…
Tom Petty Fans Can Expect ‘All Kinds of Things’ This Year

Adria Petty and Ryan Ulyate discuss the latest Boston 1978 archival release and share that there's a good amount of unreleased material incoming to celebrate the group's 50th anniversary. Continue reading…
Sleep Announce Tour With New Lineup, Debut Song Without Matt Pike

Co-founding singer and bassist Al Cisneros has recruited some heavy hitters for the band's new lineup. Continue reading…
22 of Rock's Biggest Soccer Fans

Whether they’re cheering on their country’s national team, or supporting their local club, these rockers wear their fandom like a badge of honor. Continue reading…
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…