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
35 Years Ago: Nintendo Brings the NES to America
Distributors in the U.S. initially refused to carry the Japanese gaming system.
The ‘Fast Times at Ridgemont High’ House Is for Sale for $740,000
Home was used in movie's famous pool scene.
Jason Newsted Purchases Lakeside New York Home for $6.1 Million
Former Metallica bassist is the new owner of this three acre property.
Sex Pistols’ John Lydon Says Trump Is ‘Only Sensible Choice’
Johnny Rotten has made his presidential choice clear.
Van Halen Family Will Search 5150 Vaults for Unreleased Songs
Info comes from the band's longtime manager, Irving Azoff.
Alex Van Halen Releases First Comments Since Eddie’s Death
Drummer breaks silence with brief message.
Eddie Van Halen Collaborations: 13 Rare and Forgotten Guest Spots
"Beat It" got the most attention, but he also worked with a diverse array of artists, including Brian May, Roger Waters, Thomas Dolby and LL Cool J.
Eddie Van Halen Dead at 65
Guitarist dies after "a long and arduous" battle with cancer.
How the Thrilla in Manila Changed Boxing and Broadcasting Forever
One of the sport's most epic bouts also marked a turning point in the way fans watch fights.
Sammy Hagar Announces First-Ever Birthday Bash PPV
Annual celebration moving from Cabo San Lucas to Catalina Island due to coronavirus.
How Cleveland’s Balloonfest ‘86 Became a Public Disaster
What started as a charity event turned into a nightmare.
36 Rock Star Moments on ‘Family Guy’
The animated series has welcomed - and mocked - many of rock's biggest stars during its long television run.