Matthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
Matthew Wilkening
The 10 Weirdest Van Halen Songs
Band's built-in contradictions led to some pretty wild tracks.
The Hilariously Bad First Concerts of Rock’s Biggest Bands
There were long car rides, tiny stages and embarrassing situations on the way to stardom.
The 10 Weirdest Kiss Songs
Disco, medieval quests and flutes!
Motley Crue, Def Leppard, Poison and Joan Jett Rock Cleveland: Photos
Bands prove good things can happen on the Browns' home field.
David Lee Roth Releases New Song ‘Pointing at the Moon’
Van Halen star drops another surprise song.
Rock Stars Wearing the American Flag: Photo Gallery
A look at rock stars wearing American flags on their clothing and guitars.
Foo Fighters Announce Two Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concerts
All-star shows in L.A. and London will honor late drummer.
Styx, REO Speedwagon and Loverboy Launch 2022 Tour: Set List
Three bands teamed up for a night filled with '70s and '80s hits.
Kiss to Release Expanded ‘Creatures of the Night’ Box Set
Fan favorite found the band returning to stripped-down hard rock in 1982.
Watch Axl Rose and Carrie Underwood Sing Two Guns N’ Roses Songs
The country and rock stars teamed up for "Sweet Child O' Mine" and "Paradise City."
How ZZ Top Overcame the Dreaded ‘Red Light Fever’ on ‘Rio Grande Mud’
Sophomore album found Texas trio honing studio craft.
Top 10 Songs Kiss Haven’t Played on the End of the Road Tour Yet
They couldn't possibly play all their great cuts in just one night.