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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Classic Rock’s 20 Worst Lyrics
Some are bad poetry, while others spark head-scratching confusion. Still others are just plain wrong.
Rock Legends Who Never Had a No. 1 Single
They had plenty of success by any other measure.
Classic Rock’s 20 Worst Mistakes
Some mishaps are eventually forgotten over a lengthy career. Others have bigger implications.
The Hidden Talents of Your Favorite Rock Stars
Their main aptitude is often plainly obvious. The others, not so much.
The Worst Classic Rock Songs
No one is immune.
Why These Classic Rock Acts Hate Their Own Records
Sometimes bands got sick of a project because it simply became too popular. Other times, something just went terribly wrong.
The ’80s Most Outrageous Rock Fashions
Dig out your hairspray and shoulder pads!
Green Day Rock ‘American Idiot’ + ‘Dookie’ Hits at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Green Day dug into their two best-known albums as they celebrated induction tonight into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Green Day Accept Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Honor With Eyes on the Future
Green Day talked about their indie roots, while accepting induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame tonight, but made clear they aren't done yet.
Tom Morello Pays Tribute to Paul Butterfield at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Tom Morello performed an incendiary version of the Paul Butterfield Band's "Born in Chicago," along with country star Zac Brown, at tonight's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.