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Their influence on the music of the following eras is undeniable. Continue reading…

The Demon Hunter singer speaks about what it was like to finally see the fan response to what was a deeply personal and emotional album to create. Continue reading…

Some fans say Curved Air, Nektar and Gentle Giant should be here. Are they? Continue reading…

(photo: Alexia Silvagni). Musician Jimmy Gnecco is the guest on the latest installment of the Lipps Service podcast, speaking with host Scott Lipps about the 25th anniversary of his band OURS’ Disorted Lullabies album and his current projects and touring plans. Gnecco discusses OURS’ experiences after signing with DreamWorks Records, working with producer Steve Lillywhite while turning down Rick Rubin, teaming with Queen’s Brian May on the Spiderman 2 soundtrack and the […]

No Doubt's Gwen Stefani and Tom Dumont at Coachella in 2024 (photo: Arturo Holmes / Getty Images for Coachella). Ahead of No Doubt’s May 6-June 13 at Las Vegas’ Sphere, guitarist Tom Dumont has disclosed a years-long battle with Parkinson’s disease. However, he assured fans he is still able to play his instrument and will participate in the upcoming concerts.Dumont, 58, said on Instagram he saw a neurologist when “a […]

Shows begin a couple of weeks before the band releases its first album in six years. Continue reading…

Surprise guests, the Nine Inch Noize debut and a killer Turnstile set led Coachella 2026's opening week highlights. Continue reading…

A Slipknot fan got an early copy of the long-awaited album 'Look Outside Your Window' and shared their first thoughts on it on Reddit. Continue reading…

In an exclusive UCR excerpt from his new book, I Am Phil, the drummer and cofounder shares an amusing tale and reflects on his long history with the legendary classic rock group. Continue reading…

Who is the better guitar great? In recent weeks, you advanced Jimmy Page and Tony Iommi. Now in Chuck's Fight Club on Loudwire Nights, you can crown the ultimate guitar great. Continue reading…

The annual event, which takes place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas this weekend, has had its share of moments involving some of the biggest names in hard rock and metal. Continue reading…

Lil Uzi Vert at Coachella in 2024 (photo: Sam Balaban). The hip-hop-dominant Summer Smash festival will broaden its musical footprint this summer with its first electronic headliner in Skrillex, who joins Lil Uzi Vert and Playboi Carti at the top of the bill for the June 12-14 event at SeatGeek Stadium in the Chicago suburb of Bridgeview. Organized by Lyrical Lemonade and SPKRBX, Summer Smash will also welcome Chief Keef, […]

Some very long waits have finally been rewarded this year. Continue reading…

Billy Idol, Phil Collins, Oasis and Iron Maiden are among the 2026 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees. Continue reading…

Oasis' Liam and Noel Gallagher in Toronto on Aug. 24, 2025 (photo: Big Brother Recordings). The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will induct another highly eclectic class in 2026, led by Phil Collins, Billy Idol, Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order, Oasis, Sade, Wu-Tang Clan and the late Luther Vandross in the performer category. The news was revealed tonight (April 13) during an episode of American Idol. Meanwhile, salsa ambassador […]

UCR's writers collect their thoughts on the new class. Continue reading…

He's been eligible for nearly 20 years. Continue reading…

After years of being snubbed, the metal icons are finally getting inducted. Continue reading…

Singer took to social media after his band was announced as an inductee. Continue reading…

See the band co-founder's heartfelt video. Continue reading…

After years of being snubbed, the metal icons are finally getting inducted. Continue reading…

(photo: Alexa Viscius) Few bands carry a legacy quite like American Football – one that hinges as much on absence as output. The Champaign-Urbana, Ill.,-reared band’s self-titled 1999 debut became a touchstone of emo-leaning American indie rock through a slow, almost accidental canonization, greatly enhanced by the fact that American Football broke up shortly after its release (the Urbana house on the cover has become arguably as well-known as the […]