Classic Rock News

Zak Starkey Denies Blood Clot Affected His Drumming With the Who

04/17/2025 12:18 AM
Ringo Starr's son said he was "surprised and saddened" to be fired after nearly three decades with the band. Continue reading…

Heart Announces Summer 2025 Tour Dates With Todd Rundgren

04/16/2025 07:58 PM
Joint trek follows both artists' previously announced individual dates. Continue reading…

Metallica, Billy Joel and More at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival

04/16/2025 07:15 PM
There will also be documentaries about Depeche Mode, Billy Idol and Eddie Vedder. Continue reading…

War Expands 'Why Can't We Be Friends?' for Anniversary Reissue

04/16/2025 05:00 PM
They're previewing the reissue with a never-before-heard original unedited mix of "Low Rider." Continue reading…

Here's Who Leads the Rock Hall Fan Vote With 6 Days Left

04/16/2025 04:43 PM
Get your votes in now. Continue reading…

The Rise of Oasis in Photos: An Interview With Kevin Cummins

04/16/2025 03:18 PM
A new book, 'Oasis: The Masterplan,' features dozens of previously unpublished photos of the Gallagher brothers during their rise to fame. The photographer shares his memories with UCR. Continue reading…

The Who Fires Drummer Zak Starkey

04/16/2025 02:56 PM
Ringo Starr’s son dismissed after 29 years following a reported dispute with Roger Daltrey. Continue reading…

ZZ Top Announces Massive 2025 North American 'Elevation' Tour

04/15/2025 09:47 PM
2024's hardest-working classic rock band is looking to top itself in 2025. Continue reading…

The Bon Jovi Conversation That 'Shook' Richie Sambora

04/15/2025 09:38 PM
Guitarist recalls startling moment late in his tenure with the band. Continue reading…

AC/DC Leaves Dallas Thunderstruck: Review and Photos

04/15/2025 07:47 PM
Second night of North American Power Up Tour was a testament to the communal, life-affirming spirit of rock 'n' roll. Continue reading…

10cc Announces Summer US Tour Dates

04/15/2025 07:33 PM
Group returns to the States after playing its first shows there in more than three decades last year. Continue reading…

David Bowie's Daughter Insists She's 'Not a Copy' of Her Late Dad

04/15/2025 06:30 PM
Musician Lexi Jones, who released her debut album this month, explains her feelings about being compared to her famous father. Continue reading…

The Darkness Announce 2025 North American Tour

04/15/2025 06:18 PM
They're supporting their rollicking new album, 'Dreams on Toast.' Continue reading…

Alice Cooper and Judas Priest Announce Coheadlining Tour

04/15/2025 05:27 PM
Fall shows include two dozen North American dates. Continue reading…

Melvins, 'Thunderball': Album Review

04/15/2025 04:11 PM
The band's heavier incarnation returns with first LP in four years, noise ensues. Continue reading…

Judas Priest Pays Tribute After Ex Drummer Les Binks Dies at 73

04/15/2025 03:16 PM
‘70s member reunited with former bandmates for Rock Hall induction in 2022. Continue reading…

May 2025 New Music Releases

04/15/2025 02:20 PM
Look for deep dives into signature live performances and expanded reissues of a few best-known albums. Continue reading…

Alex Lifeson Admits He's 'Talking About' Return to Touring

04/15/2025 02:14 PM
His new band, Envy of None, has the Rush guitarist rethinking his retirement from the road. Continue reading…

Jed the Fish, Influential Los Angeles Radio DJ, Dead at 69

04/15/2025 02:45 AM
Red Hot Chili Peppers, the Offspring and late night host Jimmy Kimmel are among those sharing tributes. Continue reading…

Stevie Nicks Announces New Tour Dates

04/14/2025 07:31 PM
Solo shows will coincide with stadium dates with Billy Joel. Continue reading…

Todd Rundgren Sets US Summer Tour Dates

04/14/2025 05:50 PM
More than 20 shows scheduled amid work on first new album since 2022's guest-packed 'Space Force.' Continue reading…

Alex Lifeson Details His Jam Sessions With Geddy Lee

04/14/2025 03:02 PM
"Sometimes we play Rush songs, and we realize how hard they are." Continue reading…

How Raspberries Eventually Became ‘Power Pop Masters'

04/14/2025 03:01 PM
Author Ken Sharp tells UCR that there's a reason that the group's music has such a "timeless quality." Continue reading…

Spin Doctors’ Chris Barron Was 'High 24-7' for 16 Years

04/14/2025 02:57 PM
Singer says he stopped using weed when he became a dad and looks back on his band’s rivalry with Pearl Jam. Continue reading…

Green Day Gets Political, Invokes Sabbath and Petty at Coachella

04/13/2025 07:54 PM
See videos and the full set list from the performance. Continue reading…

Weezer Covers Metallica at Coachella: Set List

04/13/2025 03:56 PM
The band threw in a rendition of a 1991 hit. Continue reading…

How Working With Ray Davies and Bob Ezrin Helped Gary Louris Grow

04/13/2025 03:17 PM
The Jayhawks singer-songwriter tells UCR how his career experiences helped shape the approach for his new album. Continue reading…

Billie Joe Armstrong Joins the Go-Go's at Coachella

04/12/2025 06:58 PM
New wave icons also paid tribute to late Blondie drummer Clem Burke at Roxy warm-up show — see photos and video here. Continue reading…

Brian May Joins Benson Boone for 'Bohemian Rhapsody' at Coachella

04/12/2025 07:11 AM
Watch their emphatic rendition of the Queen classic. Continue reading…

Foreigner's Upcoming Song Will Feature Lou Gramm on Vocals

04/12/2025 05:06 AM
It will be featured on the reissue of the band's 1981 album '4'. Continue reading…

Ioannis Vasilopoulos, Allman Bros Album Cover Artist, Dead at 66

04/12/2025 03:54 AM
He also worked with Styx, Deep Purple, Bon Jovi, Lynyrd Skynyrd and many other legendary acts. Continue reading…

Michael Monroe Delivers Rock 'n' Roll Clinic in San Diego: Photos

04/11/2025 10:23 PM
More than 40 years into his career, he's still not fakin' it. Continue reading…

Bolan Rejects Tracii Guns' Skid Row 'Millions' Reunion Claim

04/11/2025 07:04 PM
Bassist is sticking to his guns about not working with Sebastian Bach again. Continue reading…

New Nick Drake Box Set Unearths Dozens of Unheard Outtakes

04/11/2025 06:19 PM
'The Making of Five Leaves Left' includes 30 previously unreleased recordings from the sessions that resulted in the singer-songwriter's debut album. Continue reading…

Mick Jagger Engaged at 81

04/11/2025 04:46 PM
The singer's longtime girlfriend, now fiancee, shared some thoughts on marriage. Continue reading…