Nick DeRiso

Nick DeRiso is UCR's assistant managing editor, and author of 'Journey: Worlds Apart.' He has been named columnist of the year five times by the Associated Press, Louisiana Press Association, and Louisiana Sports Writers Association, and previously oversaw a daily newspaper section that was named Top 10 in the nation by the AP.

45 Years Ago: ‘Comfortably Numb’ Begins Pink Floyd’s Split

Their U.K.-platinum third single from 'The Wall' was also the last song ever performed by the group's classic-era lineup.

Genesis Album Opening Songs Ranked From Worst to Best

They left behind an intriguing and sometimes confounding legacy.

John Oates Sets Summer Tour Ahead of New ‘Oates’ LP

Solo project promises a return to the "classic groove-oriented R&B and pop he produced in the '70s and '80s."

Beatles Album Opening Songs Ranked From Worst to Best

Even casual fans are likely familiar with these tracks, since a trio of them went to No. 1.

Bruce Springsteen Reveals Plans for Five-Disc ‘Tracks III’ Box

He hints that new music might be on the horizon, too.

July 2025 New Music Releases

Look for albums from the resurgent Styx, the reuniting Alice Cooper group and the remastered Jethro Tull.

REO Speedwagon Singer Miraculously Survives Car Crash

He fell asleep and rolled his car Sunday night on Interstate 57 outside Champaign, Illinois.

Rock’s 40 Best Two-Band Careers

Few are the artists who find success with a second group. Which one tops them all?

Lindsey Buckingham Albums Ranked Worst to Best

Every element of his brilliant contributions to Fleetwood Mac's classic-era albums can be found in these solo grooves.

Ringo Starr Albums Ranked Worst to Best

Some LPs that initially failed to create much commercial interest ended up growing in both fan and critical estimation.