Matt Wardlaw is the new media editor at Ultimate Classic Rock. You'll also find Matt on the radio hosting UCR's weekend show on Saturdays and Sundays. He loves vinyl and believes that the compact disc is still a worthy format. Right now, he's probably reading some liner notes.
Matt Wardlaw
Heart’s Ann Wilson on ‘Bulls—’ Record Deals for Grunge Bands
"It never was [called grunge] in Seattle. They hated that term."
Todd Rundgren’s ‘Space Force’ Album Moved to 2022
His 26th studio album will feature collaborations with Cheap Trick's Rick Nielsen, Rick Wakeman, Neil Finn and others.
Why Todd Rundgren (Probably) Isn’t on Kanye West’s New Album
"Nobody would regularly make records like that unless they had stupid money to throw around."
Todd Rundgren on Rock Hall: ‘I Have Offered to do Something Live’
Rocker reveals to UCR the idea he's proposed to the Hall.
Rob Halford: ‘I’ve Morphed Into the Gandalf of Heavy Metal’
Judas Priest singer talks about his epic lockdown beard and more in new interview.
Tesla’s Frank Hannon Says He ‘Waited Too Long to Get the Vaccine’
"This s--t ain't no joke," the guitarist says regarding COVID-19.
How Jack Blades’ Nightmare Scenario With Ozzy Osbourne Came True
Their song "Whole World's Fallin' Down" was a B-side for the first single from 1995's 'Ozzmosis.'
Dee Snider: ‘I Was An A–hole Too': Exclusive Interview
"I made people miserable," the former Twisted Sister frontman says. "I got worse and worse."
Wolfgang Van Halen on Being the ‘Jesters’ for Guns N’ Roses
"You’re doing your best to try to entertain people who otherwise don’t really give a s--t about you," frontman tells UCR.
Gene Simmons Says He’s ‘A Little Klutz’ When it Comes to Art
"I’m just some lucky putz off the streets of New York, who fooled around with life and succeeded," the Kiss legend tells UCR.