Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
Bruce Springsteen Movie Fails to ‘Deliver’ at the Box OfficeBruce Springsteen Movie Fails to ‘Deliver’ at the Box OfficeMiddling critical reviews and baseball's World Series seem to have hurt the new Springsteen movie.
Hear Kiss Go Country on Previously Unreleased Song ‘Mistake’Hear Kiss Go Country on Previously Unreleased Song ‘Mistake’The song appears on the band's new 'Dressed to Kill' box set, along with two complete and previously unreleased live shows.
Last Chance to Vote for Rock’s Spookiest Song: It’s Iron Maiden vs. Black Sabbath in the FinalsLast Chance to Vote for Rock’s Spookiest Song: It’s Iron Maiden vs. Black Sabbath in the FinalsIt's a battle of two era-defining heavy metal classics.
Sammy Hagar Laughs Off Viral Impersonator Arrest HoaxSammy Hagar Laughs Off Viral Impersonator Arrest Hoax"Every person I know has sent this to me," said Hagar.
Iron Maiden Announce 2026 North American Tour DatesIron Maiden Announce 2026 North American Tour DatesMegadeth and Anthrax will join in on the 50th anniversary fun.
Bon Jovi Announces Return to the Stage for 2026 Tour DatesBon Jovi Announces Return to the Stage for 2026 Tour DatesTheir long-awaited return to the stage kicks off with four shows at Madison Square Garden.
Kiss, ‘Hotter Than Hell': Retro Album ReviewKiss, ‘Hotter Than Hell': Retro Album ReviewThey'd never again sound so gloriously primal, dark and weird.
Watch Eric Johnson Praise Jimi Hendrix’s Growth on ‘Axis: Bold As Love': Exclusive VideoWatch Eric Johnson Praise Jimi Hendrix’s Growth on ‘Axis: Bold As Love': Exclusive VideoHe marvels at the songwriting sophistication of the rock legend's second studio album.
Phil Rudd: AC/DC ‘Haven’t Even Picked Up the Phone’Phil Rudd: AC/DC ‘Haven’t Even Picked Up the Phone’"There was a time when I thought it was the end of my world."
Vote for Rock’s Spookiest Song: Only Ozzy, Sabbath, Maiden and Metallica RemainVote for Rock’s Spookiest Song: Only Ozzy, Sabbath, Maiden and Metallica RemainMaiden vs. Metallica! Ozzy vs. Black Sabbath!!
Original Kiss Lead Guitarist Ace Frehley Dead at 74Original Kiss Lead Guitarist Ace Frehley Dead at 74The guitarist's unique self-taught style has been cited as a major influence by many younger stars.
Original Kiss Guitarist Ace Frehley Reportedly on Life SupportOriginal Kiss Guitarist Ace Frehley Reportedly on Life SupportHe recently canceled all remaining 2025 tour plans after falling in his recording studio.