Corey Irwin is a writer and editor for Ultimate Classic Rock. He’s spent more than 15 years working in radio, including stints in Los Angeles and San Francisco. In addition to UCR, he has written for Diffuser, Ultimate Prince and Music Connection Magazine
Corey Irwin
Sinead O’Connor Dead at 56
Irish singer had struggled with mental health issues throughout her career.
Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Gary Rossington on the Mend, Tour Will Resume
The guitarist has been recovering from recent heart surgery.
30 Band Names Taken From Classic Rock Songs
Sometimes the best inspiration comes from another artist's work.
Watch: Gibson Under Fire for Destroying Hundreds of New Guitars
A viral video shows hundreds of unsold instruments being crushed. Some say they should have been given away.
Woodstock 50 Has Been Canceled
After months of conflict, the troubled festival finally pulls the plug.
Sharon Osbourne Calls Former Ozzy Bassist a ‘Sad Old F—‘
Rocker's wife didn't mince words when discussing Bob Daisley.
Peter Frampton Kicks Off Farewell Tour: Set List and Videos
The rock legend mixed classic tracks with cover songs during his career-spanning set.
George Thorogood Announces 45th-Anniversary Tour Dates
The 'Good to Be Bad: 45 Years of Rock' tour kicks off later this month.
New Book Details Rockers’ Wildest Gigs: Read Exclusive Zakk Wylde Excerpt
Guitarist recalls a "legendary" party performance in the new book 'No Encore! Musicians Reveal Their Weirdest, Wildest, Most Embarrassing Gigs.'
How Tom Petty Mourned Vinyl’s Demise on ‘Full Moon Fever”s Hidden Track
The rocker's short message was a tongue-in-cheek criticism of the transition to CDs.
Rock Hall of Fame 2020 Forecast: Who’s Newly Eligible, Who Gets In
Next year's possible inductees includes exciting newcomers along with long-snubbed artists.
Eric Clapton Through the Years: 1964-2019 Photos
A look at the legendary guitarist over the course of his long career in music.