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Brian Wilson Songwriter and Producer Andy Paley Dies
He estimated that he'd composed 100 songs in a "creative explosion" with the Beach Boys legend.
Relive Christmases Past With These Nostalgic Decorations
From snow-in-a-can to disco ball ornaments, childhood Christmases were pure magic—and filled with buckets of glitter. Did your favorite holiday decorations make the list?
Why Paul Simon Won't Play 'You Can Call Me Al' Again
Singer-songwriter has retired one of his most beloved songs.
Stephen Pearcy: Motley Crue Wouldn't Want to Follow Ratt on Tour
"I don't care if you put us third, fourth, whatever — our motto was, 'Go out there and beat your ass, anyway.'"
How Judas Priest Finally Rescued Their ‘Rocka Rolla’ Album
K.K. Downing tells UCR that listeners can "actually be in that studio room with us" for the first time, thanks to the new remix of the band's previously maligned 1974 debut.
Jon Davison Comments on 'Utterly Fictitious' Yes Lawsuit
Singer issues statement following collaborator's recent claim that he and Steve Howe stole his song.
Jason Bonham Says He's 'A Little Shocked' About Sammy Hagar Split
Drummer is now focusing on a new Led Zeppelin Evening tour.
10 Classic Rock Acts That Embraced Hip-Hop
Why be limited to one genre?
Genesis Announces Expanded 'The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway'
Super Deluxe Edition of band's 1974 classic celebrates 50th anniversary of prog milestone.
James Bond Theme Song Guitarist Vic Flick Dies
He also worked with the Beatles, Jimmy Page, Dusty Springfield and more.