Corey Irwin is a writer and editor for Ultimate Classic Rock. He’s spent more than 15 years working in radio, including stints in Los Angeles and San Francisco. In addition to UCR, he has written for Diffuser, Ultimate Prince and Music Connection Magazine
Corey Irwin
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss Launch 2024 Tour: Set List, Video
Duo began their trek with a performance in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Ed Mann, Frank Zappa’s Longtime Percussionist, Dead at 70
He played on over 30 of the prolific rocker's albums.
10 Classic Artists Who Changed Las Vegas Forever
Every artist stops in Sin City, but which ones have left the biggest impact?
Michael McDonald Reveals Failed Attempt at Drug Dealing
He and Steely Dan's Walter Becker thought they could “make some easy money," but things didn't go to plan.
Rickey Medlocke Says He Was ‘Slapped Down’ by the Rock Hall
Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist remains outraged that he was not included in the band's 2006 induction.
Michael Anthony Promises ‘No Tapes’ on ‘Best of All Worlds’ Tour
He promises the Van Halen-focused trek will be "100% live."
Cher Wins Lawsuit Against Sonny Bono’s Widow Over Song Royalties
Singer had been fighting to regain her 50% stake in the Sonny & Cher catalog.
Michael Anthony Says Journey Tried to Kick Van Halen off Tour
Bassist claims record label support was the only thing that kept his band on the 1978 tour.
Michael Anthony Watched Ozzy Osbourne Light Bill Ward on Fire
Van Halen bassist recalls being stunned as Ward "didn't even flinch."
25 Scorching Rock Hits From the Summer of 1984
While you were hitting the beach or relaxing by the pool, these songs were burning up the charts 40 years ago.
Doug Ingle, Iron Butterfly’s Founding Singer, Dead at 78
He was also the band's organist and wrote most of their songs, including "In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida."
Metallica Launches 2024 Tour: Photos, Video and Set List
They started the latest leg of their M72 world tour with an emphatic performance in Munich, Germany.