Ultimate Classic Rock Staff

Jane’s Addiction guitarist – who had just completed an album with the Foo Fighters drummer when tragedy struck – didn’t play again for a year.

An exclusive excerpt from a new book about ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons.

Five UCR writers break down this year's class.

Many have shared their thoughts on possible induction.

Simply put, no rock band has ever matched the Stones' impact and longevity.

Their best work is nothing short of rock 'n' roll gospel.

From inspirations to collaborations to that time a cop let him out of a speeding ticket just for being an awesome guitarist.

Getting it right the first time can be a blessing and a curse.

There were two distinct eras, the sleazy '70s and the slicker, more successful '80s.

This list is on fire.

How they became one of America's best arena-sized bar bands.

A look back at what-if scenarios that could have changed the course of music history forever.