Ultimate Classic Rock

Seems safe to say that no matter what happens this New Year's Eve in the world of classic rock, it won't measure up to Dec. 31, 1973.

You get only one shot at a first impression.

It was a decade of excess ... and some great songs.

From the outside looking in, this may seem like the best job in the world – but the pressures are many.

Motley Crue cofounder thinks "people get too worked up about [it]."

Check out press images, live shots, album covers and glimpses from behind the scenes.

Drummer deliberately ruined three of his final five shows with original lineup.

He gave shape to his own budding career with this rebellious move.

Some are born out of tragedy, others by creative restlessness.

Sometimes, the frontman takes a backseat.