Ultimate Classic Rock Staff

When Ray Davies Was Shot in the Leg in New Orleans
Like many British rockers of his generation, the Kinks frontman has a big crush on America.

Motorhead’s Lemmy Kilmister Dies at Age 70
Motorhead confirmed Lemmy's death, saying their frontman passed "after a short battle with an extremely aggressive cancer."

Van Halen Albums Ranked Worst to Best
We count down each of Van Halen's 12 studio albums in order of excellence.

Motley Crue Albums Ranked Worst to Best
They've had more than their share of highs and lows, and that goes for the discography, too.

The Day Jimi Hendrix Died
His passing followed a difficult chapter in the guitarist's life and career.

U2 Albums Ranked Worst to Best
U2 don't inspire weak reactions in people. There are passionate U2 fans, and passionate U2 haters, and very little in between.

UPDATED: Story Is a Hoax – Ted Nugent and Kid Rock Have Not Teamed Up to Record ‘Kiss My Rebel Ass’
Ted Nugent and Kid Rock have reportedly teamed up to record a song in support of the Confederate flag.

Top 20 American Bands
Our only criteria: Each of these groups must be unique to this country – with a sound and an attitude that could have only happened in the U.S.