Matthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
Matthew Wilkening
Elton John Expands ‘Honky Chateau’ With Live Concert, Demos
John's first No. 1 album is home to the singles "Rocket Man" and "Honky Cat."
Rock Hall of Fame Shares New, More Inclusive Mission Statement
R&B and country now identified as building blocks of rock 'n' roll.
‘Laverne and Shirley’ Star Cindy Williams Dead at 75
Actress starred in the groundbreaking '70s comedy for seven seasons.
Kiss’ 50 Most Important Concerts
From small clubs to million-dollar fireworks displays, it's been a wild ride.
Television Singer and Guitarist Tom Verlaine Dead at 73
He was the primary mastermind behind the influential 'Marquee Moon' album.
Billy Idol Announces 2023 North American Tour
The singer will once again be joined by guitarist Steve Stevens.
Metallica Aims to Smash Taboos With New Song ‘Screaming Suicide’
"It's ridiculous to think we should deny that we have these thoughts," James Hetfield says.
David Crosby Dies: Rockers React
"David was fearless in life and in music," wrote Crosby's longtime bandmate Graham Nash.
Every David Lee Roth-Era Van Halen Song Sammy Hagar Sang: 1986-04
Watch the band's second singer tackle songs from the group's original lineup.
Neal Schon Accuses Paula White-Cain of Improperly Accessing Journey Bank Accounts
Guitarist files a cease-and-desist against his bandmate's wife.