Matthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
Matthew Wilkening
40 Years Ago: Ace Frehley Releases His Final Kiss Single
"Talk to Me" was band's second single to feature guitarist Ace Frehley on vocals.
Why Artimus Pyle Isn’t Part of Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Farewell Tour: Exclusive Interview
Drummer details the difficult legal battle required to get his 'Street Survivors' movie made.
When Kiss Blew Everything Up for Their Fiery ‘Alive II’ Gatefold
Band simultaneously unleashed every pyrotechnic and hydraulic in its stage show for once-in-a-lifetime photo.
Kiss’ Gene Simmons Selling Hollywood Hideaway for $2.2 Million
Three-level house offers a "breathtaking, panoramic" view of Los Angeles.
The Awesome Secret Hiding in Def Leppard’s ‘Hysteria’ Singles
Cover artist wanted to make a big splash before CDs took over.
UFO Bassist Pete Way Dead at 69
He also co-founded Fastway and Waysted, and toured with Ozzy Osbourne.
Scorpions ‘Wind of Change’ Box Will Include Piece of Berlin Wall
Their 1990 hit addressed political changes happening around the world as the Cold War ended.
Motley Crue Album Art: The Stories Behind 12 Infamous LP Covers
LP artwork tells the story of a band addicted to change and chaos.
The Crazy Tale of Motley Crue’s Abandoned ‘Personality #9′ Album
Five words John Corabi wanted to say to his bandmates: "Make your f---ing minds up."
Iron Maiden and Deep Purple Producer Martin Birch Dead at 71
He produced every one of the metal band's albums between 1981's 'Killers' and 1992's 'Fear of the Dark.'