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Kiss Has Written New Songs for Upcoming Avatar Show

"The great thing about being an icon is you can stay young forever," Paul Stanley says. Continue reading…
Phil Collins Gives First Comments Following Hall of Fame Honor

He'll be inducted as solo artist, after previously going in as a member of Genesis. Continue reading…
Mike Campbell's Dirty Knobs Announce New LP, 'Mission of Mercy'

The first single, "I Remember," is available for listening now. Continue reading…
May 2026 New Music Releases

Get ready for a month filled with new records from rock's biggest legends. Continue reading…
Will Oasis or Iron Maiden Show Up for Their Rock Hall Inductions?

Both bands have criticized the Hall in the past, but now they're inductees. Continue reading…
Zakk Wylde Reveals the Song That Was Cut From Ozzy's Final Show

They practiced it in rehearsals, but Osbourne cut it from the set mid-performance. Continue reading…
Peter Hook Reacts to Joy Division's Hall of Fame Induction

See the band co-founder's heartfelt video. Continue reading…
Liam Gallagher Has Lots to Say About Oasis' Hall of Fame Honor

Singer took to social media after his band was announced as an inductee. Continue reading…
Iron Maiden Share Statement Following Hall of Fame Announcement

After years of being snubbed, the metal icons are finally getting inducted. Continue reading…
Billy Idol Admits He's 'Knocked Out' by Hall of Fame Induction

He's been eligible for nearly 20 years. Continue reading…
Mixed Reactions to 2026 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees

UCR's writers collect their thoughts on the new class. Continue reading…
Iron Maiden, Phil Collins + Billy Idol Lead 2026 Rock Hall Class

Some very long waits have finally been rewarded this year. Continue reading…
Why Kansas Leader Phil Ehart Finally Shared His Life Story

In an exclusive UCR excerpt from his new book, I Am Phil, the drummer and cofounder shares an amusing tale and reflects on his long history with the legendary classic rock group. Continue reading…
The Strokes Announce World Tour and New Album for 2026

Shows begin a couple of weeks before the band releases its first album in six years. Continue reading…
Five '80s Bands That Should've Been Bigger

Their influence on the music of the following eras is undeniable. Continue reading…