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Valerie Bertinelli Admits Eddie Van Halen Was 'Not a Soulmate'

Actress confesses she was "more than willing to put myself in the grieving widow category" following the guitarist's death. Continue reading…

Daryl Hall Unveils Long-Awaited Sixth Solo Album, 'D'

Co-writer and co-producer Dave Stewart also appears in video for new song 'Can't Say No to You.' Continue reading…

The Night Steely Dan Performed Under a Different Name

The group's bus driver, Jerome Aniton, bestowed the moniker upon them one alcohol-fueled evening. Continue reading…

Ozzy Osbourne Shares Update on Performing at Rock Hall Induction

His goal is to do a gig "without falling over." Continue reading…

Why Jon Bon Jovi Wasn't That Impressed by His Biggest Hit

Thankfully, bassist Hugh McDonald stepped in with an uncredited contribution. Continue reading…

25 Songs That Almost Ruined Classic Albums

Admit it: You skip these tracks, too. Continue reading…

Why Alec Baldwin Called Paul McCartney an 'A–hole' to His Face

He admits now that he never imagined saying that to a member of the Beatles. Continue reading…

Rolling Stones' Bring Out Guests, Add Songs in New Orleans: Set List, Videos

Local heroes Irma Thomas, Dwayne Dopsie and Chanel Haynes join Jagger and company at Jazz Fest after the band’s failed attempts to play there before. Continue reading…

David Gilmour Announces First 2024 Concert Dates

Pink Floyd star will perform in support of his new 'Luck and Strange' album. Continue reading…

David Gilmour Might Not Play Roger Waters-Era Pink Floyd Songs

Is this feud going to ruin future solo tours? Continue reading…

AC/DC Auditioned a Surprising Singer Before Hiring Axl Rose

Platinum-selling rocker says his tryout with the band was the "loudest thing I’d ever heard." Continue reading…

Drew Carey: Phish's Sphere Show Made U2 'Look Like a Bar Band'

Comedian attended both bands' shows and clearly had a favorite. Continue reading…

Cher Reveals She Rejected a Romantic Date With Elvis Presley: 'I Couldn't Do It'

Cher was a big fan of Elvis from an early age. Continue reading…

Rapper Claims Iron Maiden Is Suing Him Over Eddie Art Ripoff

OsamaSon says he's being sued by Iron Maiden after ripping off 'World Slavery Tour' poster artwork. Continue reading…

Foo Fighters Launch 2024 Tour: Set List, Videos

Dave Grohl and company kicked off their Everything or Nothing at All tour with a show in Dallas. Continue reading…

How Eddie Vedder Told Producer Andrew Watt: 'F––– You, Back Off!'

Pearl Jam singer says there was no need to apologize after heated studio exchange. Continue reading…

John Lennon's 'Mind Games' Turned into Meditation Series

App offers nine variations of 1973 song, with the experience based on Lennon’s approach to spiritual exercise. Continue reading…

How Did Jon Bon Jovi Have 100 Girls Without Risking His Marriage?

Singer hails wife Dorothea for being ready to call him out and looking after their family, even when he “got away with murder.” Continue reading…

Motley Crue Will 'Probably Be Dead' When They Make the Rock Hall

Vince Neil doesn't expect an induction any time soon. Continue reading…

Electric Light Orchestra Keyboardist Richard Tandy Dead at 76

See Jeff Lynne's tribute to "a remarkable musician and friend." Continue reading…

Did David Lee Roth Help Write Songs for Van Halen's '5150'?

The singer twice said he'd worked on half of the album's songs before he left Van Halen. Continue reading…

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Guitarist Duane Eddy Dead at 86

Instrumentalist was famous for his twangy sound and influence on scores of others over the years. Continue reading…

Yes Kicks Off 2024 'Classic Tales of Yes' Tour: Set List

Prog rock legends delivered hits and rarities during a performance in Portugal. Continue reading…

50 Misheard Lyrics You May Have Been Singing Wrong

Some are understandable, others are just downright funny. Continue reading…

How Deep Purple Created a 'Minor Miracle' With 'Machine Head'

"It’s a project that almost got destroyed before it even got started," bassist Roger Glover tells UCR. Continue reading…

Nancy Wilson: Heart Made 'Hair-Band Music' for 'Survival Reasons'

She says the band "reluctantly" went along as the music industry took on a "cocaine perspective" in the '80s. Continue reading…

What Vince Neil Hated About Opening for Van Halen

Downside of ‘90s solo experience contributed to his return to Motley Crue. Continue reading…

How David Lee Roth Wrote About Van Halen's Breakup: 'It Disgusts Me'

"Was it all bulls---?" the singer wondered a decade later. Continue reading…

Nancy Wilson Admits Heart Was 'So Jealous' of Fleetwood Mac

It wasn't just the commercial success they envied. Continue reading…

Squeeze Sets Summer 2024 Dates For U.S. Return

"Tempted" '80s hitmakers will be joined by Boy George of Culture Club. Continue reading…

Joe Satriani and Steve Vai Have 'Crazy Ideas' for Upcoming Album: Interview

The guitar shredders tell UCR about their new music and upcoming tours with Sammy Hagar and Adrian Belew. Continue reading…

John Lennon's First Solo Show Documented in 'Revival69′ Film

Shot by D.A. Pennebaker, 'The Concert That Rocked the World' chronicles the Toronto Rock N Roll Revival. Continue reading…

Three-Year Quest to Identify Lost Song Ends With '80s Porn Movie

At least 50,000 people tried to solve mystery of 17-second soft rock clip titled ‘Everyone Knows That’ or ‘Ulterior Motives.’ Continue reading…

Rolling Stones' Ron Wood Has Found a New Way of Getting High

He was beset by drug and alcohol problems for years. Continue reading…

John Wetton's Widow Responds to Fan Complaints Over Reformed Asia

Some have suggested that they should change the name before touring again. Continue reading…

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