No. 1 Albums of 1986 RankedNo. 1 Albums of 1986 RankedBryan RolliBryan RolliNo. 1 Albums of 1986 Ranked
55 Years Ago: Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On' Wrestles With Faith55 Years Ago: Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On' Wrestles With Faith
50 Years Ago: Alan Parsons' Bold Start on 'Tales of Mystery'50 Years Ago: Alan Parsons' Bold Start on 'Tales of Mystery'
50 Years Ago: Ramones Shape Punk Music With Their Debut Album50 Years Ago: Ramones Shape Punk Music With Their Debut Album
50 Years Ago: Rolling Stones' 'Black and Blue' Divides Fans50 Years Ago: Rolling Stones' 'Black and Blue' Divides Fans
Jon Bon Jovi Says He's 'Fully Recovered' Ahead of Comeback ShowsJon Bon Jovi Says He's 'Fully Recovered' Ahead of Comeback ShowsHe previously underwent a highly publicized vocal cord reconstructive procedure.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
How Rick Springfield Got Career Help From Sammy HagarHow Rick Springfield Got Career Help From Sammy HagarThe '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.Matt WardlawMatt Wardlaw
Chicago Co-Founder Walt Parazaider Dies at Age 81Chicago Co-Founder Walt Parazaider Dies at Age 81He's been credited with the idea of adding horns to the rock-band concept. Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
Cactus Teams Up With Eric Gales for 'Back Door Man': ExclusiveCactus Teams Up With Eric Gales for 'Back Door Man': ExclusiveThe song's video tells an urban ghost story that harks back to the glory days of MTV. Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening
Steve Miller Confirms Two Rare Concerts for Fall 2026Steve Miller Confirms Two Rare Concerts for Fall 2026He abruptly canceled a 28-stop tour in 2025, citing "unacceptable" weather conditions.Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
New Releases: Celebrating Music History With Classic ReissuesNew Releases: Celebrating Music History With Classic ReissuesThe best box sets, deluxe editions and lost gems from the past three months.Michael GallucciMichael Gallucci
'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' Is Coming to the Sphere'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' Is Coming to the SphereThey'll use "advanced technologies to enhance the original beloved 1975 film."Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
Is Faith No More Teasing a 2027 Comeback Tour?Is Faith No More Teasing a 2027 Comeback Tour?They haven't toured in over a decade.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
'ALF' and Other TV Shows With Only One Surviving Cast Member'ALF' and Other TV Shows With Only One Surviving Cast MemberWith the passing of 'ALF' mom Anne Schedeen on June 14, 2026, the iconic late-'80s NBC sitcom joins a small and bittersweet club.Stephen LenzStephen Lenz
How Soundgarden Named One of Their Most Important AlbumsHow Soundgarden Named One of Their Most Important AlbumsIn an exclusive interview with UCR, guitarist Kim Thayil also looks back at the Seattle band's legendary catalog of work.Matt WardlawMatt Wardlaw
No. 1 Albums of 1986 Ranked Worst to BestNo. 1 Albums of 1986 Ranked Worst to BestRock was a dominant cultural force, but pop still ruled the charts.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
The Five Most Famous Songs From 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off'The Five Most Famous Songs From 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off'An excerpt from the newly released book 'Ferris Bueller... You're My Hero.'Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening