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Former Motorhead Guitarist Phil Campbell Dead He was 64 years old.

"He was the funniest guy I have ever known and the best rock guitar player I have ever played with," his former bandmate Mikkey Dee said on social media: ultimateclassicrock.com/phil-campbel...

Here's Why the Beatles' 'Lady Madonna' Music Video Isn't What You Think It Is Watch closely...

Watch the video closely and you'll notice something off: ultimateclassicrock.com/lady-madonna...

VIDEO - Music Stars Celebrate Billy Joel's Legacy at Carnegie Hall Tribute Show Dozens of artists performed hits and deep cuts from the Piano Man's vast catalog.

One artist even dug up a song Joel himself hasn't performed live in nearly 50 years:

The Best Reissues From Early 2026, With Yes, Frank Zappa and More This year, music lovers are treated to some intriguing reissues, including New Order's budget-friendly editions and an expanded Talking Heads set, rich with early demos and recordings.

The best box sets, deluxe editions and rediscovered lost records of the past three months: ultimateclassicrock.com/music-reissu...

Will Billy Joel Ever Be Able to Return to Touring? Alexa Ray Joel, his daughter, shares a health update on her dad and what she wants from him if he decides to play live again.

Fans are hoping Billy Joel might play live again someday. His daughter shares the latest update on how he's doing and what's ahead.

Recognize These Faces From the 1980s? They Were Everywhere Back Then Think you can recognize the famous faces of the 1980s? Scroll through and see how many of these familiar actors and celebrities you can name.

Some of these familiar ’80s faces are gone, some are still with us, and many look very different today as time keeps marching on: ultimateclassicrock.com/identify-198...

Employees Mock Ticket Buyers in Shocking Live Nation Reveal Live Nation employees described customers as 'so stupid' and laughed about 'robbing them blind' in messages uncovered in March 2026.

Ever wondered what they really thought about us? ultimateclassicrock.com/live-nation-...

A suite of Yes songs was among the highlights of Rick Wakeman's tour-opening concert last night. He also covered David Bowie's "Life on Mars?," which originally featured Wakeman on keyboards: ultimateclassicrock.com/rick-wakeman...

John Lennon's final full-length concert is coming to movie theaters. Find out more about 'Power to the People: John & Yoko Live in NYC': ultimateclassicrock.com/john-lennon-...

Six Rock Connections in Harry Styles' New 'Disco, Occasionally' Album Session musicians, production experts and more.

Session musicians, production experts and some famous studio spaces: ultimateclassicrock.com/harry-styles...

'Something's Gotta Give' - Kevin Cronin Holds Out Hope for More Substantial REO Speedwagon Reunion "The ice has got to melt," the singer said while reflecting on recent appearances with his former bandmates.

"The ice has got to melt," Cronin said while adding that his recent reunion with his former bandmates "exceeded my expectations":

Bruce Springsteen has released a surprise cover version of the Pogues' "A Rainy Night in Soho" to honor their late frontman Shane MacGowan. It's the lead single from an upcoming all-star tribute album, '20th Century Paddy: The Songs of Shane MacGowan': ultimateclassicrock.com/bruce-spring...

Watch Sammy Hagar Bring Back Two Long-Lost Songs at 2026 Tour Debut The Red Rocker breaks out some rare Van Halen and Chickenfoot.

Hagar and his all-star friends dug out some rare Chickenfoot and Van Halen on opening night of their new Vegas residency: ultimateclassicrock.com/sammy-hagar-...

Stalwart Journey co-founder Neal Schon's plans for a new group called Journey Beyond are becoming more clear. New details have emerged as his application for protection of the band's name moves forward with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office: ultimateclassicrock.com/neal-schon-j...

INXS is planning a high-fidelity new vinyl reissue of 1987's breakthrough 'Kick.' Here's a look at how they created their career-best-selling album: ultimateclassicrock.com/inxs-kick-vi...

40 Classic Rock Gems Never Released as Singles Many iconic rock songs, like The Who’s 'Baba O'Riley,' never released as singles, reveal the enduring power of album tracks in music history and their emotional connection with fans.

Featuring timeless tracks from the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, the Rolling Stones and more:

32 Hit Albums Produced by Rick Rubin Every one of these releases made the Top 10 on the 'Billboard' 200.

Happy birthday Rick Rubin! We're celebrating with this list of albums, all of which went into the Top 10 on the 'Billboard' 200: ultimateclassicrock.com/rick-rubin-a...

Mike Campbell and the Dirty Knobs to Launch Summer Tour This July The former Heartbreakers guitarist plans to start the tour in Minneapolis.

The former Heartbreakers guitarist will hit the road starting July 7: ultimateclassicrock.com/mike-campbel...

Vote for the Best Album of the '70s: UCR's March Madness Bracket 32 of the decade's most famous albums compete for your votes.

32 of the best albums of the '70s are competing for your votes. Help us fill in all those empty boxes by voting early and often! ultimateclassicrock.com/best-70s-roc...

Kansas and 38 Special Announce More Joint 2026 Concerts - See the Dates The "Carry On Wayward Son" stars overcame a tumultuous 2025.

The road warriors are celebrating 50-year legacies:

Eagles Share 'One of These Nights' Expanded Edition Details The band's legendary 1975 album will be celebrated with a new upgrade featuring previously unreleased material.

Eagles fans can look forward to a new expanded version of One of These Nights featuring 16 previously unreleased tracks and an early appearance by Joe Walsh. Here are the details. ultimateclassicrock.com/eagles-one-o...

If You're an '80s Kid, These Moments and Things Haunted Your Bedtime Remember lying in bed after your parents said “lights out”… but your brain wouldn’t stop replaying that one scary thing you saw on TV? Yeah, these moments did that.

From terrifying TV movies to strangers selling candy and creepy movie scenes, these unsettling moments stuck with ’80s kids long after the bedroom lights were supposed to be off: ultimateclassicrock.com/1980s-scary-...

The Black Crowes' 'A Pound of Feathers': Album Review With their new album 'A Pound of Feathers,' the Black Crowes mix high-energy tracks and nostalgic Southern rock, marking a vibrant return to the music scene.

The Black Crowes' follow-up to 2024's reunion record "Happiness Bastards" dishes out more of the same. The album is out Friday!

Tommy DeCarlo has died. Boston band leader Tom Scholz once said their performances with him were the "best we've ever had." His family confirmed a brain cancer diagnosis last September: ultimateclassicrock.com/boston-tommy...

REO Speedwagon and Kevin Cronin Surprise Fans With Reunion Concert Members of REO Speedwagon, including frontman Kevin Cronin, reunited for a surprise performance in March 2026.

Members of REO Speedwagon and Kevin Cronin were on stage together this past weekend. Here's our report on what went down. ultimateclassicrock.com/reo-speedwag...

John Fogerty has extended his current Legacy tour – and he's bringing along a very special guest! Major stops include Atlantic City, Boston, Chicago and Miami, among others: ultimateclassicrock.com/john-fogerty...

Stray Cats Kick Off Summer Tour in July The Stray Cats are back on the road with a summer tour, kicking off in Las Vegas on July 24, 2026, after overcoming health challenges faced by Brian Setzer.

Summer shows launch in July:

Jon Anderson Shares New 2026 Tour Dates The former Yes vocalist expands his touring plans with the Band Geeks

Jon Anderson and Yes fans, there's good news. The former frontman revealed 16 new concerts with the Band Geeks. ultimateclassicrock.com/jon-anderson...

ENTER NOW: Win a Trip to Experience Guns N' Roses in Las Vegas All bets are off--you have a chance to win a trip to Vegas to see Guns N' Roses.

Next time Axl Rose asks if you know where you are, you might be able to reply: "SIN CITY, BABY!!!" ultimateclassicrock.com/guns-roses-l...

Who Are the 'Big 4' of Sunset Strip Bands? The scene birthed some of the biggest acts in rock history.

The scene birthed some of rock's most famous acts: ultimateclassicrock.com/big-4-sunset...