Ultimate Classic Rock Staff
How Ted Nugent ‘Broke All of the Rules’ With ‘Stranglehold’
The guitarist tells UCR he faced a big battle with his record company.
Ted Nugent Wanted to Induct MC5 Into the Rock Hall
He tells UCR why he would have been the perfect choice.
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.
Bill Wyman ‘Wasn’t Crazy’ About Guesting on Rolling Stones Album
Former bassist says he only played on “Live by the Sword” because it featured late bandmate Charlie Watts.
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.
Nikki Sixx: Stepdad’s Cheap Three-String Guitar Defined My Career
Bassist reveals the riff that encapsulates his approach to playing – and it’s not from a Motley Crue song.
Why Dave Navarro Threw All His Guitars Into a Concert Crowd
Angry 1991 moment led to instant regret, but it turned out to have a positive effect on his career.
How Taylor Hawkins’ Death Made Dave Navarro’s Health Battle Worse
Jane’s Addiction guitarist – who had just completed an album with the Foo Fighters drummer when tragedy struck – didn’t play again for a year.
ZZ Top’s ‘Afterburner’ Stage Was Originally Intended for Loverboy
An exclusive excerpt from a new book about ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons.
Get ‘Houses of the Holy Divers’ Merchandise at the New UCR Store
Introducing Ultimate Classic Rock's new merchandise store!