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.
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A Transformational Close Encounter With Eddie Van Halen: Book Excerpt
Here's an exclusive peek into Steve Rosen's 'Tonechaser - Understanding Edward: My 26-Year Journey With Edward Van Halen.'
Eddie Van Halen’s Family Commemorated His Death With Pizza
It was October 2020, and the legendary guitarist had just died.
How Wolfgang Van Halen Remembers His Late Father Every Night
"If I didn't," Eddie Van Halen's son says, "I'd be doing a disservice to my existence."
Eddie Vedder Contemplates the End of the Road for Pearl Jam
"There might have been a few speed bumps in the road," he admits.
These Two Red Hot Chili Peppers Will Not Shake Your Hand
Patrick Carney of the Black Keys learned the hard way.
How Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson Would Change Ticket Pricing
"I've got no interest in paying $1,200 to go and see U2," he says.
Kiss’ Gene Simmons Is Promising ‘No More Make-Up’
More headlining solo shows are set to be announced in Europe and South America.
Why the New Movie About AC/DC’s Bon Scott Will be ‘Fictionalized’
Don't go into the upcoming film expecting a point-by-point retelling of his life.
An Incomplete Guide to Finding Lemmy Kilmister’s Ashes
Rob Halford even got some of the Motorhead frontman's remains inside of a bullet.
Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne’s Marriage Counseling Lasted 30 Minutes
"There's no filter at all," she admitted. "He's got Tourette's with the truth."
AC/DC’s Most Historic Concerts
Health issues have meant they toured with and without Brian Johnson.
Led Zeppelin Solo Albums Ranked Worst to Best
There have been vanity projects, weird detours and huge disappointments – but also some of the best LPs of the succeeding eras.