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

Sammy Hagar and Guy Fieri Robbed of $1 Million Worth of Tequila

Their trucks were hijacked in what may have been "an organized crime effort."

Nikki Sixx and Gene Simmons Weigh in on Tyson vs. Paul Fight

The boxing match has everyone talking, including some of rock's biggest stars.

Jon Anderson Blames Yes Producer for Disastrous 1979 Sessions

"He ruined the whole thing."

Michael Schenker Won’t Rejoin Scorpions Due to ‘Abusive’ Brother

Family discourse will keep the guitarist away from the band's 60th anniversary celebration in 2025.

Steve Jones Says He Hasn’t Spoken to Johnny Rotten in 16 Years

Guitarist admits he "was done" following the Sex Pistols' 2008 reunion.

Pete Townshend Says Somebody Needs to ‘Slap Rick Rubin’

Here's why the Who rocker is unimpressed by the famous producer.

Tom Morello Reveals Rock Hall’s ‘Most Egregious Oversight’

He's been on the nominating committee for a decade, but one omission still drives him crazy.

30 Greatest ’80s Music Videos

MTV's golden era delivered some of the most memorable music videos ever created.

Lou Gramm Reveals Why He Quit Foreigner

Singer says he has "never had any regrets" about his decision to leave the band.

Quincy Jones Dies: Rockers React

Paul McCartney, Elton John and Lenny Kravitz are among the famous musicians paying their respects.