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
Sublime’s New Singer Jakob Nowell Has Some Surprising Metal Influences
Jakob Nowell names three heavy-hitters as his biggest influences.
Why Jon Bon Jovi Is ‘Not in Contact’ With Richie Sambora Despite Documentary
Bon Jovi's singer and classic-era guitarist still don't talk.
Shinedown’s Brent Smith Names His Grunge Mount Rushmore
Who does — and doesn't — make the cut may surprise you.
30 Rock + Metal Stars Who Died Before 30
Music history is littered with lives that were cut short.
Matt Skiba’s Only Regret From His Time in Blink-182
Skiba opens up in a new podcast episode.
Sinead O’Connor Dead at 56
Irish singer had struggled with mental health issues throughout her career.
Ozzy Osbourne and Bonnie Raitt Lead Classic Rock Grammy Winners
Stewart Copeland, Willie Nelson and Edgar Winter were also among the winners.
Foo Fighters Albums Ranked Worst to Best
A look back at everything from the one-man-band debut to their sprawling chart-topping classics.
Rock Feuds: Axl Rose vs. Kurt Cobain
The music legends had a bad relationship.
Taylor Hawkins, Drummer for Foo Fighters, Dead at 50
Band announced the tragic news via social media.
50 Albums Turning 50 in 2022
These LPs offer a little bit of everything, including career highlights, failed experiments, debut efforts and fond farewells.
Grammy Awards Postponed for Second Year Due to Omicron
The Recording Academy and CBS have pushed back the awards show once again.