Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
2024’s 20 Biggest Rock Breakups, Retirements and Lineup Changes2024’s 20 Biggest Rock Breakups, Retirements and Lineup ChangesPersonality conflicts and health issues caused some of rock's biggest bands to retire or change lineups.
Hear Kiss’ ‘Dynasty’ Reimagined as a Country AlbumHear Kiss’ ‘Dynasty’ Reimagined as a Country AlbumThe band's already divisive disco-influenced 1979 album gets a country makeover.
The Biggest-Selling Rock Album of 2024 May Surprise YouThe Biggest-Selling Rock Album of 2024 May Surprise YouThe best-selling rock album of the year is 47 years old.
The Stories Behind All 12 ‘Friday the 13th’ MoviesThe Stories Behind All 12 ‘Friday the 13th’ MoviesJason's four-decade long killing spree has included trips to New York City, Hell, outer space and Elm Street.
‘Friday the 13th’ Reboot Makes Jason and His Story Much Faster‘Friday the 13th’ Reboot Makes Jason and His Story Much FasterFilm brought elements from the franchise's first three movies into a modern setting.
Why ‘Freddy vs. Jason’ Was Worth a 16-Year WaitWhy ‘Freddy vs. Jason’ Was Worth a 16-Year WaitIt took $6 million and almost 20 attempts for the studio to get a suitable script for the horror movie crossover.
The Story of Led Zeppelin’s Final SingleThe Story of Led Zeppelin’s Final SingleWorld Cup soccer inspired the band to make a bold move into new territory.
Why ‘Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday’ Was ‘A Disaster’Why ‘Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday’ Was ‘A Disaster’"For me, it is way past an embarrassment," admitted the film's producer.
How ‘Friday the 13th’ Wasted Jason’s Trip to New York CityHow ‘Friday the 13th’ Wasted Jason’s Trip to New York City"It's not 'Jason Takes Manhattan,' it's 'Jason Takes a Cruise Ship,'" the movie's director later admitted.
Watch Nicko McBrain Play His Last Iron Maiden ShowWatch Nicko McBrain Play His Last Iron Maiden ShowThe 45,000-strong crowd gave the tearful 42-year Iron Maiden veteran a standing ovation.