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
Corey Irwin
Why Iron Maiden Just Changed the ‘Number of the Beast’ Track List
Bassist Steve Harris insists the change makes the album stronger.
Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert in Los Angeles: Photo Gallery
Sights from the all-star celebration, honoring the late Foo Fighters drummer.
Mammoth WVH Announce 2023 Tour With Alter Bridge
Wolfgang Van Halen-fronted group continue to add to their busy schedule.
Hear Motley Crue on ‘The Retaliators’ Theme Song ’21 Bullets’
Song was penned by Nikki Sixx and features the Crue alongside Asking Alexandria, Ice Nine Kills and From Ashes to New.
15 Years Ago: ‘Rock of Love’ Makes Bret Michaels a Reality Star
Series was a hit for VH1 and brought the Poison frontman to a new generation of fans.
Yippee-Ki-Yay: Every Actor Who Passed on Starring in ‘Die Hard’
The 1988 action film made Bruce Willis a star, but he was far from the first choice.
Josh Klinghoffer’s Friendship With John Frusciante ‘Non-Existent’
Musicians were formerly close, until Klinghoffer replaced Frusciante in the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
How Foo Fighters Became a Band on ‘The Colour and the Shape’
Lineup changes and a demanding producer helped the group create its pivotal album.
What Soundgarden’s Members Have Done Since Chris Cornell’s Death
Bandmates have remained busy over the years, while also eyeing a possible final album.
Joan Jett Strikes Back at Ted Nugent: ‘He’s Not a Tough Guy’
"Ted Nugent has to live with being Ted Nugent. He has to be in that body, so that’s punishment enough.”
Taylor Hawkins Remembered During the Grammy Awards
Foo Fighters drummer received a special video tribute.
Nine ‘Saturday Night Live’ Movies That Were Never Made
Show has spawned a few good movies – and lots of bad ones. These didn't even make it to the big screen.