Matthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
Matthew Wilkening
Hear Kiss’ ‘Turn On the Night’ Without the Bon Jovi Keyboards
A fan remix aims to make Kiss' 1988 hit sound less like Bon Jovi's 1984 single "She Don't Know Me."
Win Van Halen’s ‘Live In Dallas 1991′ Record Store Day Vinyl
Special show found Sammy Hagar making good on a promise to Texas fans.
Sting and Snoop Dogg Rework ‘Message in a Bottle’ on New Single
The unlikely duo's new song interpolates the Police's famous 1979 hit.
The Weirdest Christmas Movie From Every Year: 1984-2024
From comedy to horror to romance, there have been some strange holiday films over the years.
The New ‘Lord of the Rings’ Popcorn Bucket Seems a Bit Dangerous
Get ready to annoy the living hell out of your fellow moviegoers.
Tom Petty ‘Live in Edinburgh 1982′ Official Bootleg Announced
The vinyl-only concert album captures a 20-song set from the Long After Dark tour.
16 Rock Stars Who Put Out New Albums in Both 1974 and 2024
Imagine being so good at your job that you get to do it for 50 years.
2024 Classic Rock Holiday Gift Guide
Here's what to get the music lovers in your life.
When the Stray Cats Added a Fourth Cat: Exclusive Book Excerpt
For a very brief time, the band wasn't a trio.
10 Essential Rock Albums From 1994: Exclusive Book Excerpt
From '501 Essential Albums of the '90s,' a book "designed to start arguments."
David Gilmour vs. Roger Waters: Set List Comparison
Estranged former bandmates have taken far different approaches with Pink Floyd's catalog on recent solo tours.
Kid Rock Extends an Olive Branch to Kamala Harris Supporters
You might be surprised by his post-election message.