Nick DeRiso is UCR's assistant managing editor, and author of 'Journey: Worlds Apart.' He has been named columnist of the year five times by the Associated Press, Louisiana Press Association, and Louisiana Sports Writers Association, and previously oversaw a daily newspaper section that was named Top 10 in the nation by the AP.
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Santana Announce Release Date for ‘Magical’ Reunion Album
They've named the album 'Santana IV,' since it's designed to work as a follow up to 1971's 'Santana III.'
Simon and Garfunkel Featured in Bernie Sanders Ad, Ted Nugent Says President Obama and Hillary Clinton Should Be ‘Hung’
Two classic rock artists have become part of the day's political news cycle.
Top 10 Glenn Frey Solo Songs
Glenn Frey's solo career was bound to be overlooked, considering he'd scored a pile of Top 40 hits – including two chart-toppers – as a member of the Eagles.
That Time David Bowie Called Out MTV on Racial Diversity
David Bowie didn't just talk the talk when it came to a passion for R&B music. He walked the walk by openly questioning MTV on its lack of early-era diversity.
Motorhead’s Lemmy Kilmister Remembered During Emotional Service
"I miss you already, Lemmy," Motorhead drummer Mikkey Dee said. "Try to take it a little easier on the other side."
Guns N’ Roses Rumor: Steven Adler Negotiating for Role in Reunion Tour
At least one other member of Guns N' Roses' classic-era lineup could be part of the band's long-awaited reunion.
Robert Stigwood, Former Manager of Cream and the Bee Gees, Dies
Robert Stigwood also briefly lured the Who away from Brunswick Records long enough to record the hit "Substitute."
UPDATED: Guns N’ Roses (Well, Axl Rose and Slash, Anyway) Reportedly to Reunite for 25 Dates Including Coachella
The latest Guns N' Roses reunion rumor involves a possible 25-concert tour featuring a stop at Coachella in 2016 – but may be just as interesting for what it doesn't say.
Lemmy’s 30 Most Historic Moments
There are plenty of musical highlights, but just as many times when he broke the mold far from the lighted stage.
Metallica Release Roughly 12 Seconds of New Music
Metallica are offering a small taste of their long-awaited new studio album in a clip on their official website titled "Happy Holidayz."