Nick DeRiso

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.

Key Piece of Rock History Has Somehow Survived the LA Fires

Studio where Santana, the Band, Metallica and Eric Clapton have recorded was spared in Malibu.

Beatles or Rolling Stones? Here’s What Science Says

New research also reveals the rest of the Top 5 most influential rock bands.

Moody Blues’ John Lodge Extends US ‘Days of Future Passed’ Tour

Yes frontman Jon Davison is again joining him onstage during performances of the career-defining LP.

Chicago Adds More Than 35 Shows to 2025 Tour

North American dates now continue through September.

Eric Clapton Expands ‘Unplugged’ for New Theatrical Release

His original Emmy- and Grammy-winning MTV special now includes interviews and additional performances.

Timothee Chalamet Set to Serve as ‘Saturday Night Live’ Host and Musical Guest

He played and sang all the Bob Dylan songs in director James Mangold's 'A Complete Unknown.'

Top 40 Rock Albums of 1980

The year was marked by new beginnings, abrupt endings, historic turns and subtle shifts.

Ranking Every Gregg Rolie Album

He earned Rock & Roll Hall of Fame honors with both Santana and Journey.

How John Hammond Got Jimi Hendrix on Stage With Eric Clapton

This supergroup played a string of '60s-era gigs at the Gaslight Cafe in Greenwich Village.

25 Worst Beatles Solo Albums

Each of them stumbled (sometimes badly) without the friction and spark that defined their former group.