Matthew Wilkening is the Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and Diffuser.fm. He is determined to raise his children in a world without competitive singing television shows.
Matthew Wilkening
Iron Maiden Super-Size Their ‘Legacy’ in Concert: Photo Gallery
Band's new tour revisits the best of its '80s work with help from a spectacular new stage show.
35 Years Ago: How Iron Maiden Wrote ‘2 Minutes to Midnight’ in Just 20 Minutes
A quick burst of inspiration helped the band pen one of its most enduring songs in a hotel room.
10 Most Exciting Moments From the Kiss Kruises
Fans have been witness to – and occasionally active participants in – some very memorable highlights.
Queen’s Adam Lambert Selling ‘Enchanting’ L.A. Home for $3.6 Million
He previously tried to sell the Los Angeles home two years ago for $300,000 more.
The Best Song From Every Metallica Album
Choosing the top tracks by one of the most important bands in the history of heavy metal is a rather daunting task.
Watch the Avengers Fall to Billy Joel’s ‘We Didn’t Start the Fire’
Just like the superheroes' battle with Thanos, they were doomed from the start here.
Rush to Release ‘A Farewell to Kings’ Graphic Novel
A 144-page graphic novel dedicated to the creation of band's 1977 album is due in September.
Hear Meghan Kabir’s ‘Moody, Dark’ Cover of Motley Crue’s ‘Live Wire’
How singer transformed riff rocker into hypnotic ballad.
Former Kiss Star Peter Criss Selling ‘Enchanting’ Home for $1.8M
Onetime drummer is selling his Connecticut home for $1.8 million.
Whitesnake’s David Coverdale Selling ‘Spectacular’ Lake Tahoe Retreat for $9.8 Million
View from front door of singer's house is touted as "one of the most spectacular sights on the planet."
How Kiss Inspired Big Business’ Own ‘God of Thunder,’ Coady Willis
Big Business drummer Coady Willis credits an extremely cool uncle and a borrowed copy of Kiss' 'Alive II' for jump-starting his music career.
The Five Best Scenes in Motley Crue’s ‘The Dirt’ Movie
Comedy, tragedy, violence and loving reunions are all on display in the best scenes from 2019 biopic.