Ultimate Classic Rock Staff
Top 30 American Classic Rock Bands of the ’90s
Decade featured the arrival of grunge, while many '80s greats continued their success.
Dee Snider Criticizes Kiss Over Replacement Members’ Makeup
"I hate what Kiss is doing with the guys with Ace [Frehley] and Peter [Criss'] makeup on — I'm not a fan," says Twisted Sister singer.
How Motley Crue’s ‘Shout With the Devil’ Became ‘Shout at the Devil’
Band's 1983 LP originally had an even darker — if only slightly tweaked — title.
Birthday Buddies: Albums Released on the Same Day
None of these shared release dates were planned, but there sure are some cool coincidences here.
The 88 Most ’80s Things About 1988
A look back at the music, films, television shows and pop-culture moments that made it such a monumental year.
Watch Metallica Play in the Same Room Again
New clip shows band performing intro of "Creeping Death."
30 Years Ago: Motley Crue Flame Out as the Dr. Feelgood Tour Ends
Grueling trek was hugely profitable — but it also helped catalyze the exit of singer Vince Neil.
Were Genesis Better in the ’70s or ’80s? Roundtable
Our writers debate which decade produced the best studio material, whether Peter Gabriel or Phil Collins was the better frontman and if the prog-to-pop evolution was a satisfying arc.
Were Metallica Better in the ’80s or ’90s? Roundtable
They were way bigger during the latter decade. But were they better?
Was Rush Better in the ’70s or ’80s?: Roundtable
Were synths helpful or harmful – and which tour would you time-travel to attend?
‘70s Springsteen vs. ‘80s Springsteen: Which Is the Better Boss?
Our writers discuss two huge decades of one of rock's leading men.
‘Dukes of Hazzard’ Star Defends ‘Innocent’ ‘General Lee’ Car
Co-stars Tom Wopat and John Schneider have weighed in on vehicle's use of Confederate flag.