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
Watch John Mulaney’s Steely Dan References Confuse ‘Fallon’ Crowd
'The Tonight Show' crowd didn't seem familiar with the band.
Tommy Shaw Says Damn Yankees ‘Wasn’t Meant to Be Forever’
He explains how Ted Nugent's "big personality" kept things "spicy" in the supergroup.
Ozzy Osbourne Wants a Black Sabbath Reunion at His Final Concert
Geezer Butler says the bandmates have discussed the idea.
Rick Springfield Details Teenage Suicide Attempt
Future star was only 16 when he tried to hang himself in his family home.
Flaming Lips Frontman Recalls ‘Amazing’ Joint With Paul McCartney
"I took a big puff of it, which I shouldn’t have done."
Guns N’ Roses Announce 2025 Tour Dates
The trek is officially called: Because What You Want and What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things.
Don Felder Details the ‘Fun Challenge’ of Playing With Joe Walsh
He says the Eagles bandmates "instinctually" knew how to trade riffs.
Tommy Shaw Confirms a New Styx Album Is on the Way
“Suddenly we got hot writing new stuff," he tells UCR.
Rick Springfield Says Critics ‘Battered’ Him Due to Acting Career
He also explains why he hated being lumped in with "teen idols."
Alex Van Halen Recalls Eddie’s Final Moments: ‘He Never Gave Up’
Drummer admits he still breaks down "uncontrollably" listening to his brother's music.