Matthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
Matthew Wilkening
Queen Kicks Off 2023 US ‘Rhapsody’ Tour: Photos, Set List, Videos
The band tore into "Stone Cold Crazy" for the first time since 2018.
U2’s 5 Most Dazzling Moments From Sphere Opening Night
Band used groundbreaking venue's video capabilities to create some unforgettable fire.
U2 Subverts Expectations at First Sphere Show: Photos, Set List
The band showed off the dazzling capabilities of the new venue while also keeping the focus on their music.
Don Dokken Addresses Voice Complaints: ‘Don’t Come to the Show’
"It's like a motor car. It's getting worn out."
Watch Bob Dylan’s Surprise Farm Aid 2023 Appearance
Three members of the Heartbreakers backed Dylan on a trio of songs from 1965.
25 Years Ago: Kiss’ Original Lineup Sorta Reunites for ‘Psycho Circus’
Despite the seemingly disjointed manner in which it was assembled, the album actually held together quite well.
David Lee Roth Solo Albums Ranked Worst to Best
Original Van Halen singer toggled between two approaches when he was on his own.
How Ace Frehley Set Out to ‘Show Those F—ers’ on His Solo Debut
"I didn’t think he was going to do anything that good," bandmate Paul Stanley admitted.
Paul Stanley’s Solo Album Chronicled a Real-Life Love Triangle
Kiss star admitted he "basked in the drama" on the 1978 LP.
Why Gene Simmons Was Free to Make Kiss’ Weirdest Solo Album
Simmons left his demonic persona behind in favor of hosting an all-star, genre-hopping party.
Jann Wenner Removed From Rock Hall Board After Interview Backlash
Co-founder said female and black artists weren't "articulate" enough for his book.
Why Kiss’ Solo Albums Failed to Keep Peter Criss in the Group
Simultaneously released debuts "probably put the final nail in the coffin of the band," he later concluded.