Matt Wardlaw is the host of Ultimate Classic Rock Nights. He loves vinyl and believes that the compact disc is still a worthy format. Right now, he's probably reading some liner notes.
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How Def Leppard’s ‘Pyromania’ Tour Changed Everything
"We were shocked at the success of it," says guitarist Phil Collen.
The Police’s ‘Synchronicity': 40 Facts You May Not Know
How fist fights, roadies, James Bond, classical music and Beatles producer George Martin helped to create one of the biggest albums of the '80s.
40 Awesome Police ‘Synchronicity’ Collectibles
You bought the album, but did you get a t-shirt?
Rick Springfield Shares Two Songs Ahead of New ‘Automatic’ Album
He says this new music is reminiscent of '80s albums like 'Working Class Dog' and 'Tao.'
How Extreme Finally Moved Past the Stigma of ‘More Than Words’
Over time, singer Gary Cherone says, "All of the trends fall by the wayside."
Why Black Sabbath Decided Not to Record a Blues Album
Geezer Butler also discusses unreleased music and time spent with Eddie Van Halen and Jack Bruce.
Why Geezer Butler No Longer Talks to Ozzy Osbourne
Black Sabbath bassist also recalls the band classic that came out of a 45-minute jam session.
10 Songs Peter Gabriel Hasn’t Played on His 2023 Tour
Some of the vocalist's most popular solo songs are absent from his current tour.
How Def Leppard Avoided Making ‘Pyromania II’ With ‘Hysteria’
Joe Elliott says the band has "always been aware when something’s outstanding and when something’s just OK."
How Duran Duran Uses Challenging Rarities to Keep Shows Fresh
"It stops us from getting lazy and languid," explains bassist John Taylor.
How Ray and Dave Davies Survived Their Kinks Journey
Guitarist says he and his brother "talk about music very minimally" these days.
How Jethro Tull’s Flute Became a ‘Heavy Metal Instrument’
Their controversial 1989 Grammy win over Metallica spawned a humorous response.
Watch Aerosmith Members Perform ‘Train Kept a Rollin” With 15 Different Artists
Boston rock legends have shared the stage with Led Zeppelin, Guns N' Roses and others.
How Living Colour Crafted the ‘Black Sgt. Pepper’ on ‘Time’s Up’
In an exclusive excerpt from a new book, the band discusses making the 1990 album.
Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson Explains What Makes the Flute Rock
Their 23rd album 'Rokflote' arrives after a deep dive into his ancestry, Norse religions ... and Morrissey.
David Coverdale Is Planning a Special Deep Purple Celebration
"It's such a game-changing, life-changing thing," he reflects on his 1973 debut with legendary band.