Matt Wardlaw is the new media editor at Ultimate Classic Rock. You'll also find Matt on the radio hosting UCR's weekend show on Saturdays and Sundays. He loves vinyl and believes that the compact disc is still a worthy format. Right now, he's probably reading some liner notes.
Matt Wardlaw
How Don Henley Reunited With Ex-Bandmate for Current Eagles Tour
Jim Ed Norman was also a member of the precursor group Shiloh, produced by Kenny Rogers.
The Story Behind George Thorogood’s Slow-Developing ‘Bad to the Bone’
David Geffen's surprise endorsement convinced him to finally put stand-out original on a record.
The Steely Dan Song Steve Gadd Didn’t Remember Playing On
To be fair, the drum legend was pretty busy in the '70s.
Watch New Video Tribute to the Knack’s ‘My Sharona’
Original guitarist Berton Averre appears on recording.
40 Years Ago: How Huey Lewis Found Success With ‘Picture This’
Self-produced sophomore LP also featured contributions from Mutt Lange and Thin Lizzy's Phil Lynott.
Sammy Hagar’s Rarest Songs: Playlist
Hear 13 of Red Rocker's hard-to-find B-sides, bonus tracks and soundtrack contributions.
Styx and REO Speedwagon Announce Summer 2022 Tour
Trek runs from May through August, with Loverboy as special guest.
Tears for Fears Announce 2022 U.S. Tour
They're returning to America for the first time since 2019.
How Metallica Became the Biggest Band in the World: Exclusive Interview
Megaforce Records' Jon Zazula says he was determined to put out a debut album that was "better than their unbelievable demo."
See How Legendary Musicians’ Deaths Were Announced
Learn how Eddie Van Halen, Kurt Cobain, the members of Lynyrd Skynyrd and others were memorialized by the media.