Matt Wardlaw is the new media editor at Ultimate Classic Rock. You'll also find Matt on the radio hosting UCR's weekend show on Saturdays and Sundays. He loves vinyl and believes that the compact disc is still a worthy format. Right now, he's probably reading some liner notes.
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Lynyrd Skynyrd Says ‘Maybe We Were Wrong’ About Retiring
"We'll see where the heck the future goes," says singer Johnny Van Zant.
Extreme and Living Colour Launch Joint Tour: Video and Set Lists
Both bands delivered hit-heavy sets.
The Stories Behind 10 Rare Songs by Stevie Nicks
These key deep cuts find a home on her new 'Complete Studio Albums and Rarities' set.
How Twisted Sister Ended Up in ‘Pee-wee’s Big Adventure’
Dee Snider credits the late Paul Reubens with giving him "the bug" to make movies.
Summer 1983 Tour Headliners: Where Are They Now?
It was a good year for music, creating no shortage of concert options.
Lynyrd Skynyrd Embraces Touring With ‘Brothers’ ZZ Top
"We love those guys," Johnny Van Zant tells UCR. "We're fans of each other."
ZZ Top Kicks Off Tour With Lynyrd Skynyrd: Set List and Interview
Billy Gibbons tells UCR that the opening night was "a rekindling of kindred spirits."
Mr. Big Kicks Off Farewell Tour: Video and Set List
It was the band's first show since the 2018 death of founding drummer Pat Torpey.
Why Ted Nugent Is Calling It Quits on Touring
"This is not a Kiss 26-year last tour," he tells UCR. "This is the last tour."
Ted Nugent Kicks Off Farewell Tour: Set List and Interview
"I could be up there for 11 days," he says.
See Over 100 Vintage Rock ‘n’ Roll Painter Hats
No paintbrush required.
29 Bands That Have Been Together for More Than 40 Years
Through lineup changes and the occasional lull, these groups found a way to stay together.