Nervous about how Fleetwood Mac fans might feel, Nicks embarked on her first-ever run of solo shows. Continue reading…
Category Archives: Lyrics
Brian May Says His Words on Trans People Were ‘Subtly Twisted’
Queen guitarist writes that “predatory Press hack” made him come across as “unfriendly to trans people." Continue reading…
Deep Purple’s Steve Morse Recalls Hate for Ozzy Osbourne Covers
Guitarist endured backlash over 2004 album ‘Living Loud.’ Continue reading…
How Stone Temple Pilots Became ’90s Rock Giants
STP guitarist Dean DeLeo recalls of early days, "We just played like it was going to be our last day alive." Continue reading…
Robert Plant Might Have Abandoned Music if He’d Read Mom’s Letter
He only opened 1967 note in 2020 after finding it in his archive. Continue reading…
How ‘Network’ Went From Cinematic Satire to Prophetic Reality
The 1976 film about a fictional television network has proved more prescient than ever since its release 45 years ago. Continue reading…
Midnight Oil Confirm Final Tour and New Album
Australians bow out with road trip in support of upcoming LP, ‘Resist.’ Continue reading…
Lindsey Buckingham Settles Accidental Plagiarism Issue
Ex-Fleetwood Mac guitarist released “Swan Song” 20 years after writers gave him the demo. Continue reading…
Queen Never Discussed Song Meanings With Each Other
Brian May admits “very, very close” relationship with bandmates had “areas that we weren’t going to.” Continue reading…
The Big Lesson Slash Learned From Bob Dylan Session
Guns N’ Roses guitarist recalls being told why his solo had been cut from 1990 song. Continue reading…
Queen’s Brian May: ‘I Worry About Cancel Culture’
Queen guitarist worries that decisions are made “without thinking of the long-term consequences.” Continue reading…
When Slash and Michael Jackson Staged a ‘Dangerous’ Team-Up
Top-hatted guitarist played on King of Pop's 1991 album. Continue reading…
45 Years Ago: Sex Pistols Unleash ‘Anarchy in the U.K.’
Punk went political the moment Johnny Rotten spat out the words “Right now” on band’s debut single. Continue reading…
Deep Purple Talk Covers LP, Why a ‘Long Goodbye’ Was Premature
"It was really a chance for the guys to stretch out a bit after all those months locked up," singer Ian Gillan says of 'Turning to Crime.' Continue reading…
Peter Jackson ‘In Two Minds’ on Beatles’ ‘Lord of the Rings’ Bid
‘Get Back’ director might never have made epic movie series if Fab Four had got their way. Continue reading…
Stones’ ‘Brown Sugar’ Inspiration Hopes They’ll Play It Again
Claudia Lennear reacts to controversial song’s removal from band’s live set. Continue reading…
Carmine Appice Warned Kiss About Hiring ‘Idiot’ Vinnie Vincent
Drummer calls guitarist a “douchebag” over 2019 shows that never happened. Continue reading…
Why Ian Anderson Reactivated Jethro Tull Name for New Album
Leader says ‘The Zealot Gene’ isn’t a solo LP because it employs “band performance ethic.” Continue reading…
Listen to New Tony Iommi Track ‘Scent of Dark’
Black Sabbath icon discusses appearance on Ozzy Osbourne’s next album. Continue reading…
Why Nirvana Self-Sabotaged Their Performance on ‘Top of the Pops’
Telling the band to fake it was a bad idea. Continue reading…
Rock and Roll Thanksgiving Roundtable: Here’s What Ruled in 2021
Our writers give thanks for the year's best rock and roll. Continue reading…
Is ‘Get Back’ Really Better Than ‘Let It Be?’: Beatles Roundtable
From the 1970 original to 2003's 'Naked' version to 2021's new mixes, UCR writers debate which release holds up the best. Continue reading…
Why Two Hours Was Cut From ‘Planes, Trains and Automobiles’
Original cut of the Steve Martin / John Candy film was nearly four hours long. Continue reading…
How the Edge’s ‘Jackhammer’ Guitar Defined U2’s ‘Mysterious Ways’
Distinctive wah effect became centerpiece of band's 'Achtung Baby' hit. Continue reading…
Alan Parsons Teases Possible ‘Get Back’ Cameo, New Project Music
"I've been promised by [director] Peter Jackson that I will be seen in the movie," musician, who helped engineer 'Let It Be,' tells UCR. Continue reading…
Is Freddie Mercury Rock’s Greatest Frontman?: Roundtable
Thirty years after his death, the Queen singer's legacy is as strong as ever. Continue reading…
Highs and Lows From the Rolling Stones’ 2021 Tour
Band's No Filter dates included music, mourning and millions of dollars. Continue reading…
Eagles Announce ‘Hotel California’ 2022 Tour Dates
Eight-show trek runs from February through May. Continue reading…
Ozzy Osbourne Postpones Tour With Judas Priest for Second Time
Black Sabbath singer cites "ongoing uncertainty" and "travel logistics." Continue reading…
Wolfgang Van Halen Talks ‘Incredible Honor’ Grammy Nod: Exclusive
"I wish my dad was here to see it," Mammoth WVH bandleader tells UCR. Continue reading…