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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Aerosmith Fans Can Relive the Sounds, but (Thankfully) Not the Smells, in New Concert Movie
For Aerosmith, the Donington Park locale of their upcoming concert film has always had a deeper meaning -- both because of its history and because of its stench.
Italian Pair Jailed After Claiming Credit for Doors, Paul McCartney and Queen Songs
There'll be jail time for a pair of Italian crooks who tried to swipe royalties for famous songs written by Paul McCartney, Queen and the Doors.
Animals Bassist Danny McCulloch Dies After Heart Attack
Danny McCulloch, who played bass for the Animals during their late '60s psychedelic period, has died of heart failure.
Tom Petty, U2, Pink Floyd, Metallica, Neil Young Fall on Grammy Night
The Grammy Awards are hailed as "music's biggest night," but it proved to be a big disappointment for classic-rock artists, instead.
Aerosmith Announce Two More Summer Shows
Aerosmith are ready to start rocking again, now that they've got their tell-all books out of the way.
Neil Young Slams Vinyl Sales As ‘Nothing but a Fashion Statement’
Flannel-clad Neil Young might come off as a throwback figure at times, but that doesn't translate into a passion for vinyl.
Lemmy Says Motorhead’s Grammy Nomination Is Sweet Revenge
Now past the point where he was admittedly close to death, frontman Lemmy Kilmister says a Grammy nomination for Motorhead's 'Heartbreaker' song validates his long journey back from a series of health-related setbacks.
Watch the Foo Fighters Cover Rush’s ‘Tom Sawyer’ and Other Classic Rock Favorites
The Foo Fighters rocked out to Rush's 'Tom Sawyer' during their performance at Rio de Janeiro's Maracana Stadium over the weekend.
Listen to ‘Crazy Train’ From Upcoming Randy Rhoads Tribute Album
An all-star lineup will remember one of rock's most memorable guitarists on the upcoming album 'Immortal Randy Rhoads: The Ultimate Tribute.'
Hall and Oates Concert Coming to U.S. Movie Theaters
A sold-out Hall and Oates concert from last summer in Dublin will be shown on the big screen next month.