Matthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
Matthew Wilkening
AC/DC’s Malcolm Young Is Suffering From Dementia, Family Confirms
The family of founding AC/DC guitarist Malcolm Young has confirmed reports that the musician is suffering from dementia, a condition that has forced him to retire permanently from the legendary rock group.
16 Years Ago: Kiss’ Original Lineup Reunites (But Not Really) for A New Studio Album
On Sept. 28, 1998, the original lineup of Kiss released their first studio album together in about 20 years. Well... sort of.
AC/DC Announces New ‘Rock or Bust’ Album, Malcolm Young ‘Not Returning to the Band’
AC/DC will release their first new album in six years, 'Rock or Bust,' on December 2, 2014.
32 Years Ago: Kiss Remove Their Makeup
On Sept. 18, 1983, an unthinkable event in Kiss-story took place: the world's most famous masked band removed their makeup and revealed their true faces.
The Five Songs You Must Hear From Slash’s New Album
With 17 songs clocking in at a whopping 77 minutes, Slash's new album is quite a lot to digest at once.
King’s X Drummer Jerry Gaskill Hospitalized After Heart Attack
King's X drummer Jerry Gaskill is reportedly resting comfortably in a hospital after suffering a heart attack during a minor medical procedure.
Win a Trip to see Kiss in Las Vegas
You and a guest could win a trip to see Kiss perform live in Las Vegas.
Kiss and Def Leppard Take the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge Together
Watch Kiss and Def Leppard get ice water dunked on them after a concert.
Motley Crue Take ALS Ice Bucket Challenge Onstage
All four members of Motley Crue took the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge onstage at one of their concerts - and then dared Kiss, Aerosmith and Def Leppard to do the same.
Ace Frehley Blasts Gene Simmons’ ‘Ignorant’ Comments on Depression
Ace Frehley says his former Kiss bandmate Gene Simmons needs to learn how to treat other people with respect.
Pearl Jam’s Mike McCready Takes the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge – While Skateboarding
Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready has successfully conquered the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge in a very creative way.
10 Things Tom Petty Hates
10 things Tom Petty has expressed hate -- or at least, strong dislike - for in recent interviews.