Matthew Wilkening is the Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and Diffuser.fm. He is determined to raise his children in a world without competitive singing television shows.
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How Eric Carr Narrowly Avoided Becoming Kiss’ ‘Chicken Man’
Congratulations, you're in Kiss! Here's your big orange chicken costume.
Sammy Hagar ‘Would Love’ for the Circle to Open for Van Halen
Singer says he bares no ill will toward his former bandmates and is curious to see how they'd measure up to his new group.
Michael Anthony Says Van Halen Reunion ‘Broke Down on Their End’
Bassist confirms he was approached by band's management about possibly getting back together.
Aerosmith Kick Off ‘Deuces Are Wild’ Las Vegas Residency: Set List, Video
Aerosmith kicked off their Las Vegas residency with a 16-song set equally divided between their two most successful eras.
Former Kiss Star Peter Criss Selling ‘Enchanting’ Home for $1.8M
Onetime drummer is selling his Connecticut home for $1.8 million.
Tom Petty ‘Wildflowers’ Box Reportedly Blocked by Family Legal Battle
Expanded version of 1994 LP is supposedly in limbo due to battle between singer's widow and his two daughters.
How Kiss Inspired Big Business’ Own ‘God of Thunder,’ Coady Willis
Big Business drummer Coady Willis credits an extremely cool uncle and a borrowed copy of Kiss' 'Alive II' for jump-starting his music career.
The Five Best Scenes in Motley Crue’s ‘The Dirt’ Movie
Comedy, tragedy, violence and loving reunions are all on display in the best scenes from 2019 biopic.
‘Holy S— This Is Heavy': When Motley Crue First Saw ‘The Dirt’
Director Jeff Tremaine was nervous about showing movie to the band, but viewing ended with hugs and misty eyes.
Dick Dale, the ‘King of Surf Guitar,’ Dies at 81
The "Misirlou" hitmaker's staccato playing style was a huge influence on future generations.
Motley Crue Lineup Changes: A Complete Guide
The whole story, including three drummers who've filled in for injured Tommy Lee.
Jerry Lee Lewis Suffers ‘Minor Stroke’
Jerry Lee Lewis suffered what his representatives are calling "a minor stroke."