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
Michael Gallucci
Five Reasons Warren Zevon Should Be in the Rock Hall of Fame
After nearly three decades of eligibility, the late singer-songwriter earned his first nomination in 2023.
Bob Dylan: ‘Fragments: Time Out of Mind Sessions (1996-1997): The Bootleg Series Vol. 17′: Album Review
Comeback record gets dissected over five discs and 60 tracks, revealing birth of late-career masterpiece.
Top 10 Jeff Beck Songs
He had a long, varied career playing the roles of sideman, band member and group leader.
Iggy Pop, ‘Every Loser': Album Review
Punk godfather reclaims his crown, with a little help from some friends.
Five Reasons Dolly Parton Should Be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Country star earned her "Legend" status decades ago. Your move, HOF.
Ronnie Spector Dies at Age 78
Singer found fame as the voice on some of the '60s' greatest songs and as the original "bad girl of rock 'n' roll."
Top 10 Charlie Watts Rolling Stones Songs
The group never would have been crowned the World's Greatest Rock 'n' Roll Band without the drummer.
How Paul McCartney Went Totally Solo With ‘Coming Up’
Studio version was released as a single, but a live version on the B-side reached No. 1.
ELP’s ‘Karn Evil 9′ Is Going to Be Turned Into a Sci-Fi Movie
The 30-minute prog-rock epic's tale of humans battling computers is heading for the big screen.
Cream Drummer Ginger Baker Dies at 80
His work in Cream helped steer the future of heavy, blues-influenced rock 'n' roll for years to come.