Neil Giraldo Performs ‘Come Together’ by the Beatles Live
Pat Benatar’s longtime collaborator, Neil Giraldo, has always been a big music fan. However, he is also using his platform to help make a difference. Ultimate Classic Rock is pleased to premiere a new live performance of the Beatles’ classic…
’80s and 2000s Rock Bands Shine at American Idol Finale
Key Takeaways Finale Highlights: The Season 24 finale of American Idol featured notable rock performances. Collaborative Performances: Motley Crue and Carrie Underwood performed a mash-up of their hits. Shinedown’s Duet: Shinedown collaborated with Philmon Lee for a powerful performance. Historic…
2026 Welcome to Rockville Festival Highlights You Need to Know
The 2026 Welcome to Rockville festival is now a memory, leaving music enthusiasts with numerous unforgettable moments. Throughout the four-day music event, we witnessed song debuts, first-time performances, tributes to legends, new band member introductions, old band member reunions, and…
Greta Van Fleet Shares New Song Snippet, We’re Back
Last week, Greta Van Fleet shared a cryptic video that led their followers to think that they’re breaking up. (Shortly thereafter, one fan found an equally vague clue hidden in GVF’s website that drew further speculation.) Now, Greta Van Fleet…
’90s Nostalgia Delivered by No Doubt at Sphere Launch
No Doubt launched their residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas with a vibrant opening performance last night. Much of the set felt like a trip back in time, with ‘90s nostalgia ramped up from the beginning. That vibe was…
Best Emo Covers of Popular Songs You’ll Love
Key Takeaways Emo bands have successfully covered pop songs, creating a unique blend of genres. The Punk Goes Pop series introduced many memorable emo covers of popular tracks. These covers often highlight the emotional depth of the original lyrics. Notable…
Metallica’s New ‘Reload’ Box Set Unboxed by Jason Newsted
Jason Newsted is giving Metallica fans an early look at the band’s forthcoming Reload box set in a new unboxing video he shared online. The box set, which is due out in June, is the latest in a series of…
Metallica’s Depressed Atmosphere: Newsted Shares His Struggles
When Jason Newsted joined Metallica, he found it challenging to keep his “chin up” while being surrounded by his “collectively depressed” bandmates. The former Metallica bassist recently shed new light on the dispiriting atmosphere surrounding the band following the death…
Izzy Stradlin’s Lyrics on GN’R Hit Inspired by Axl Rose
Axl Rose told a crowd what inspired Izzy Stradlin‘s lyrics on a '90s Guns N' Roses hit during one of the band’s recent concerts. After playing the Use Your Illusion II track “You Could Be Mine” at their show in…
Recording Studio of Steve Evetts Destroyed in New Jersey Fire
A massive fire in Belleville, New Jersey on Sunday (May 3) tore through a recording studio owned by Steve Evetts, who has worked with the likes of Every Time I Die, Sepultura, and The Dillinger Escape Plan. ‘State of Emergency’…
Sully Erna Understood Shannon Larkin’s Departure from Godsmack
Back in 2025 – and following some ambiguity – Loudwire reported on drummer Shannon Larkin (and guitarist Tony Rombola) officially quitting Godsmack because they “didn’t want to tour anymore.” The pair actually left the group in 2024, and during his recent YouTube livestream,…
Rock Bands That Perfectly Covered Disney Songs
There is a glut of Disney cover songs in just about every music genre. Want punk covers of Disney songs? You can get them right here. Is metal more your thing? There are plenty of those covers right here. But…