Corey Irwin

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

Sinead O’Connor Dead at 56

Irish singer had struggled with mental health issues throughout her career.

One-Hit Wonders From the ’80s : Where Are They Now?

You may remember some of them.

Lynyrd Skynyrd ‘Hanging It up in the Next Year or so’

Singer Johnny Van Zant confirms the band is "going to retire from touring."

14 ‘Saturday Night Live’ Copycat Shows

Many have imitated the late-night staple's formula but none has come close to matching its success.

45 Years Ago: Bill Murray Makes His Uncomfortable ‘SNL’ Debut

Things didn't start well, but he eventually turned it around.

Grammy Awards Postponed for Second Year Due to Omicron

The Recording Academy and CBS have pushed back the awards show once again.

Joe Perry Lists ‘Magnificent’ Country Estate for $4.5 Million

The seven acre property includes a guitar-shaped pool, private gym and the Boneyard studio where Aerosmith have recorded.

How Eagles’ Glenn Frey Took Over Jackson Browne’s ‘Take It Easy’

Browne came up with the original song idea, before Glenn Frey and the Eagles made it their own.

Top 20 ’80s Romantic Comedy Movies

From 'Say Anything' to 'The Princess Bride' to 'When Harry Met Sally ... ,' the decade offered plenty of memorable rom-coms.

Elton John Slams Catholic Church for Gay Marriage ‘Hypocrisy’

Rocker questions how the Vatican can denounce same-sex unions when it had no problem investing in his biopic 'Rocketman.'

Tony Hendra, ‘This Is Spinal Tap’ Actor, Dies at 79

Actor and satirist was best-known for his role as band manager Ian Faith.

28 Classic Films That Were Turned Into (Mostly Failed) TV Shows

Many classic '70s and '80s flicks have spawned TV series - but few have found success.

Watch Trailer for New Tina Turner Documentary ‘TINA’

Film is set to debut on HBO in March.

12 Classic Songs Inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.

Slain civil rights leader inspired tracks by Queen, U2, Prince and more.

How ‘From Dusk ‘Till Dawn’ Went From ‘Unsellable’ to Cult Classic

Quentin Tarantino, Robert Rodriguez and George Clooney vampire pic mixed scares and laughs.

12 New Year’s Eve Movies to Ring In 2021

The annual celebration doesn't get as much cinematic attention as Halloween or Christmas, but there are still plenty of great films to be found.

53 Fascinating Albums Turning 25 in 2021: The Class of 1996

Albums from Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Metallica, Kiss and the Beatles are among those featured on our list of notable releases.

David Byrne, Flea and John Prine Among 2021 Grammy Nominees

Search real hard and you'll find some classic rock artists among the 2021 Grammy nominees.

Bret Michaels Lists Arizona ‘Resort Home’ for $3.3 Million

A basketball court, sand volleyball court and oasis pool are among the property's highlights.

30 Years Ago: ‘The Simpsons’ Airs Its First ‘Treehouse of Horror’

Halloween episode has since become an annual event for the long-running animated series.