Matthew Wilkening is the Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and Diffuser.fm. He is determined to raise his children in a world without competitive singing television shows.
Matthew Wilkening
Motorhead’s Campbell, Dee Skipped in Rock Hall Nomination: ‘Pure Wrong’
Guitarist and drummer played on the majority of the group's 22 studio albums.
30 Years Ago: Motley Crue Hit New Highs and Lows on the Dr. Feelgood Tour
Newly sober band mounted its most successful run ever, but the grueling trek took a toll on each member.
Watch Peter Criss Destroy His Drum Kit at Last Original-Lineup Kiss Show
Drummer's first stint ended with a private whimper. He made sure his second departure was loud and public.
38 Special and Lynyrd Skynyrd Bassist Larry Junstrom Dies at 70
In addition to being Skynyrd's founding bassist, he played on all of 38 Special's studio albums.
10 Years Ago: Kiss Avoid Repeating Past Mistakes on ‘Sonic Boom’
Before he allowed Kiss to end their decade-long studio exile with 2009's 'Sonic Boom,' Paul Stanley laid down some important ground rules.
The Darkness Take Rock ‘n’ Roll to Court on ‘Easter Is Cancelled’
Frontman Justin Hawkins fears music cliches have taken the place of innovation.
Kiss’ Gene Simmons Undergoes Kidney Stones Procedure
This may explain why the band was forced to end its most recent tour a little early.
Darkness’ Dan Hawkins Says Kiss Are ‘Natural Conclusion of Rock’
Guitarist explains his love for rock legends ahead of their appearance at ninth-annual Kiss Kruise.
Kevin Costner Got Juiced Filming ‘For the Love of the Game’
A trainer who helped the veteran actor prepare for the shoot warned him, "You're gonna growl at a few people."
Eddie Money Through the Years: Photo Gallery
Career, family and friends are featured in the collection of photographs.