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
Dennis DeYoung Issues Sharp Response to Styx’s Tommy Shaw
Singer tells his former Styx bandmate to "think of me each night when the audience goes nuts over Roboto."
Geezer Butler Details the Shock Black Sabbath Felt Watching KISS
"Oh, my God, what’s going on here?" the bassist recalls thinking.
Duff McKagan Still Insists ‘Simpsons’ Beer Was Named After Him
Show writers say it's not true, but the Guns N' Roses bassist suggests fans "do your own math."
How Pearl Jam Ripped Off John Paul Jones for ‘Better Man’
Producer Brendan O’Brien explains what happened.
Def Leppard Share Snippet of New Song ‘Just Like ’73’
Fans can get a sneak peek of the upcoming track.
Setlist + Video – Bon Jovi Plays Surprise Club Show in Nashville
Performance comes as Jon Bon Jovi continues his recovery following vocal surgery.
Billy Corgan Rejects Pressure to Play Smashing Pumpkins’ Hits
“I don’t play any songs I don’t want to play. I don’t care if they’re a classic or not.”
Phish Fan ‘Indefinitely Banned’ for Bong Hit at 4/20 Sphere Show
Unsurprisingly, the incident took place on April 20.
25 Scorching Rock Hits From the Summer of 1984
While you were hitting the beach or relaxing by the pool, these songs were burning up the charts 40 years ago.
Michael Anthony Promises ‘No Tapes’ on ‘Best of All Worlds’ Tour
He promises the Van Halen-focused trek will be "100% live."