Ultimate Classic Rock Staff
The Best Four-Album Run in Rock: Roundtable
The only thing harder than starting a hot streak is maintaining one.
Rock Hall Class of 2024 Roundtable: Biggest Snubs and Surprises
Five UCR writers break down this year's class.
145 Artists Not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Many have shared their thoughts on possible induction.
Gilby Clarke Says He Was Never Actually Fired by Guns N’ Roses
Former guitarist realized he was out when the paychecks stopped arriving.
Kiss Avatars Will ‘Take Some Time’ to Get Right
Longest-serving guitarist is happy with how band’s career ended, and doesn’t want to retire but has no plans to join another group.
In Memoriam: 2023 Deaths
A look at those we've lost.
Top 40 Debut Rock Albums
You get only one shot at a first impression.
Top 200 ’70s Songs
It was a decade of excess ... and some great songs.
20 Artists Who Peaked on Their Debut Album
Getting it right the first time can be a blessing and a curse.
Aerosmith Albums Ranked Worst to Best
There were two distinct eras, the sleazy '70s and the slicker, more successful '80s.