
Ultimate Classic Rock Staff


Angus Young Signs Baby at Surprise Toronto Pop Up Appearance
Though AC/DC wasn't able to perform as planned, they still took the time to hang out with fans.

When David Bowie Told Robert Fripp to Play Like Ritchie Blackmore
King Crimson mastermind also shares how he thinks people should remember his late friend.

The Darkness’ Dan Hawkins Froze Onstage So Brian May Wouldn’t Fall Over
Brian May once leaned back against Dan Hawkins mid-performance, and Hawkins was too nervous to move in case he knocked the legend over.

Phil Collins Reveals He Nearly Died in 2024
Genesis icon’s family considered switching off his life support machines during seven-month stay related to alcohol abuse.

Steve Harris Says He’d Change Only One Thing About Hated Maiden Album
The bassist believes an adjustment to the 1990 record would save it, and says one track proves it.

Steve Harris Hopes Iron Maiden Rock Hall Induction Will Appease American Fans
Bassist confirms he wouldn’t attend the induction ceremony even if the band wasn’t busy on tour – and singer Bruce Dickinson agrees.

Rock’s 30 Hottest Songs
This list is on fire.

Top 40 Rock Box Sets
Here are the essentials for any collector.

House Where AC/DC Began Was Demolished by Unaware Developer
The childhood home of Malcolm and Angus Young was registered as a historic building – but was bulldozed for multimillion-dollar residential estate.

Why Steve Stevens Refused Offer to Join David Lee Roth’s Band
Guitarist recalls artistic, spiritual and physical reasons for rejecting singer's approach — and reveals the next Billy Idol album will be a return to roots.

The Best Concerts UCR Staff Saw in 2024: Roundtable
These are the shows that stuck with us this year. What were yours?

Bill Wyman: Why Rolling Stones Kept Going Without Charlie Watts
Former bassist was surprised the band continued without late drummer but believes they have nothing else to do.
