Matthew Wilkening is the Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and Diffuser.fm. He is determined to raise his children in a world without competitive singing television shows.
Matthew Wilkening
Kiss ‘Hottest Brand in the Land’ Merchandise Photo Book Announced
See eight preview pages from work that chronicles the band's merchandising craze of the '70s and '80s.
Tom Petty’s ‘Full Moon Fever': The Stories Behind Each Song
Singer needed a fresh start, and with these dozen tracks he earned one -- but it wasn't easy.
Heart’s Nancy Wilson Selling ‘Gorgeous’ Topanga Home for $2.1 Million
Guitarist puts her estate on the market not too long after sister Ann's Seattle house sold.
Former Kiss Star Peter Criss Selling ‘Enchanting’ Home for $1.8M
Onetime drummer is selling his Connecticut home for $1.8 million.
Aerosmith Kick Off ‘Deuces Are Wild’ Las Vegas Residency: Set List, Video
Aerosmith kicked off their Las Vegas residency with a 16-song set equally divided between their two most successful eras.
Tom Petty ‘Wildflowers’ Box Reportedly Blocked by Family Legal Battle
Expanded version of 1994 LP is supposedly in limbo due to battle between singer's widow and his two daughters.
Heart Star Ann Wilson’s Former Seattle Home Sells for $4.3 Million
Singer's longtime house is no longer on the market.
The Five Best Scenes in Motley Crue’s ‘The Dirt’ Movie
Comedy, tragedy, violence and loving reunions are all on display in the best scenes from 2019 biopic.
Dick Dale, the ‘King of Surf Guitar,’ Dies at 81
The "Misirlou" hitmaker's staccato playing style was a huge influence on future generations.
Motley Crue Cover Songs Ranked
Also included: a handful from the band members' various side projects.