Michael Gallucci

Michael Gallucci is the managing editor at Ultimate Classic Rock. His previous gigs include editor-of-chief at Diffuser.fm, managing editor of Cleveland Scene and writing about music and movies for All Music Guide, American Songwriter, the A.V. Club, Paste, Spin, the Village Voice and other publications and websites. @mgallucci

Top 10 Reissues of 2023

Box sets, expanded classics and archival releases highlight the best of the past year.

Denny Laine, Moody Blues and Wings Co-Founder, Dies at 79

His death comes on the 50th anniversary of one of his greatest albums, 'Band on the Run.'

Neil Young, ‘Before and After': Album Review

Singer-songwriter journeys to his past for an LP of re-recorded favorites and obscurities.

Top 30 Rock Albums of 2023

Big returns, genre moves and records by reliable legends mark the year's best.

Top 10 Pogues Songs

From reworked traditional songs to drunken laments to that Christmas favorite.

Peter Gabriel, ‘i/o': Album Review

His first LP of original songs in 21 years was 2023's best slow unveil.

Top 30 Album-Closing Songs

End strong and leave them wanting more.

25 Under the Radar Albums From 1973

Sure, you could listen to that classic LP again. Or you could give some of these records a spin.

Judas Priest Announces 2024 Invincible Shield Tour

Shows begin about a month after the band's new album is released.

Dolly Parton, ‘Rockstar': Album Review

Country legend makes good on Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction promise.

Geddy Lee Says He and Alex Lifeson Could Perform as Rush Again

Last year's Taylor Hawkins tribute opened the door for possible future collaborations.

The 50 Best Title Tracks From Classic Albums

Often the anchor, rarely a throwaway, these key songs hold together many timeless LPs.