Matthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
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45 Years Ago: The Police Play Their First U.S. Show
Their debut album, 'Outlandos d'Amour,' had yet to be released.
20 of Rock’s Worst Album Covers
From giant floating carrots to weenie roasts on the moon, there are some big misfires.
40 Years Ago: Kiss Plays Their First Show Without Makeup
This marked the beginning of a difficult period for Gene Simmons.
Queen Kicks Off 2023 US ‘Rhapsody’ Tour: Photos, Set List, Videos
The band tore into "Stone Cold Crazy" for the first time since 2018.
U2’s 5 Most Dazzling Moments From Sphere Opening Night
Band used groundbreaking venue's video capabilities to create some unforgettable fire.
U2 Subverts Expectations at First Sphere Show: Photos, Set List
The band showed off the dazzling capabilities of the new venue while also keeping the focus on their music.
Don Dokken Addresses Voice Complaints: ‘Don’t Come to the Show’
"It's like a motor car. It's getting worn out."
Watch Bob Dylan’s Surprise Farm Aid 2023 Appearance
Three members of the Heartbreakers backed Dylan on a trio of songs from 1965.
25 Years Ago: Kiss’ Original Lineup Sorta Reunites for ‘Psycho Circus’
Despite the seemingly disjointed manner in which it was assembled, the album actually held together quite well.
David Lee Roth Solo Albums Ranked Worst to Best
Original Van Halen singer toggled between two approaches when he was on his own.
How Ace Frehley Set Out to ‘Show Those F—ers’ on His Solo Debut
"I didn’t think he was going to do anything that good," bandmate Paul Stanley admitted.
Paul Stanley’s Solo Album Chronicled a Real-Life Love Triangle
Kiss star admitted he "basked in the drama" on the 1978 LP.