Michael Gallucci is the managing editor at Ultimate Classic Rock. His previous gigs include editor-of-chief at Diffuser.fm, managing editor of Cleveland Scene and writing about music and movies for All Music Guide, American Songwriter, the A.V. Club, Paste, ScreenCrush, Spin, the Village Voice and other publications and websites. @mgallucci
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Buzzcocks Frontman Pete Shelley Dies at 63
Shelley wrote some of punk's best and catchiest songs.
Big Brother and the Holding Co., ‘Sex, Dope and Cheap Thrills': Album Review
Janis Joplin's breakthrough moment, expanded and raw.
The Best Song From Every Rolling Stones Album
They've released two dozen albums over a half-century career, many of them all-time classics. But which songs anchor those LPs?
11/07, Jimi Hendrix Experience, ‘Electric Ladyland: 50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition': Album Review
The band's opus gets an overhaul for its 50th anniversary, complete with demos and live performances.
Elvis Presley’s ’68 Comeback Special Getting Box Set Reissue
Five CDs and two Blu-rays document that time the King reclaimed his crown.
The Kinks, ‘The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society: 50th Anniversary Edition': Album Review
Marking the golden anniversary of this masterpiece with a box set featuring singles, outtakes and alternate versions.
Def Leppard and Stevie Nicks Lead Rock Hall Fan Vote
Two classic-rock vets lead the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's annual public vote a week after nominees were announced.
Lindsey Buckingham Sues Fleetwood Mac for Firing Him
Band drama continues as former singer and guitarist takes his dismissal to court.
Roger McGuinn and Chris Hillman Celebrate the Byrds’ ‘Sweetheart of the Rodeo’ at 50th-Anniversary Show: Review
Two original members pay tribute to landmark country-rock album in concert.
Led Zeppelin’s ‘Stairway to Heaven’ Headed to Trial Again
A U.S. appeals court has ordered a new hearing on copyright issues with the band's best-known song.
UPDATE: Dickey Betts Recovering After Successful Brain Surgery
Former Allman Brothers Band guitarist fell and cracked his head at his Florida home.
Kinks Albums Ranked Worst to Best
There have been plenty of ups and downs throughout the band's career. We sort them all out.