Matthew Wilkening is the Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and Diffuser.fm. He is determined to raise his children in a world without competitive singing television shows.
Matthew Wilkening
John Frusciante Rejoins Red Hot Chili Peppers
The guitarist is returning for his third stint with the band.
Revisiting Kiss’ ‘Horrible’ Thanksgiving Parade: ‘This is How You Get Fired’
Band manager Doc McGhee calls this 2014 appearance "the worst thing we did."
Motley Crue Respond to Reunion Petition: ‘This Is Interesting…’
The band's Twitter account comments on recent reunion rumors.
How the Black Crowes’ Robinson Brothers Ended Their Family Feud
"I said some horrible things. I was in a negative place, but you know what, I've apologized..."
40 Years Ago: How a Drunk Ace Frehley Torpedoed Kiss’ ‘Tom Snyder’ Appearance
The personality conflicts that were privately tearing the band apart were made public on live national television.
Tool Fan Unknowingly Asks Eddie Van Halen to Take His Picture
A music fan asked Eddie Van Halen to take a picture of him in front of Tool's stage - apparently without recognizing the guitar god.
Watch Peter Criss Destroy His Drum Kit at Last Original-Lineup Kiss Show
Drummer's first stint ended with a private whimper. He made sure his second departure was loud and public.
38 Special and Lynyrd Skynyrd Bassist Larry Junstrom Dies at 70
In addition to being Skynyrd's founding bassist, he played on all of 38 Special's studio albums.
Kiss’ Gene Simmons Undergoes Kidney Stones Procedure
This may explain why the band was forced to end its most recent tour a little early.
Eddie Money Through the Years: Photo Gallery
Career, family and friends are featured in the collection of photographs.