Michael Gallucci is the managing editor at Ultimate Classic Rock. His previous gigs include editor-of-chief at Diffuser.fm, managing editor of Cleveland Scene and writing about music and movies for All Music Guide, American Songwriter, the A.V. Club, Paste, ScreenCrush, Spin, the Village Voice and other publications and websites. @mgallucci
Michael Gallucci
Jimi Hendrix, Tom Petty and More Classic Rockers Highlight Record Store Day 2016
Dozens of classic-rock releases are on tap this year for the annual Record Store Day, including albums and singles by Tom Petty, Jimi Hendrix, Cheap Trick and David Bowie.
Randy Meisner on Psych Hold Following Wife’s Death
Randy Meisner has been place on a psych hold following his wife's death over the weekend.
35 Years Ago: The Beatles Collect Singles and More on ‘Past Masters’
It’s just as historic and important as any of their other albums.
50 Years Ago: Original Byrds Get Back Together for One More LP
Before this point, the band had pretty much become a vehicle for Roger McGuinn's solo recordings.
How the Mothers of Invention’s ‘We’re Only in It for the Money’ Took on ‘Sgt. Pepper’
Everything from orchestral notes gracing the music to the mocking cover art turned the Beatles on their heads.
Guns N’ Roses Tap Alice in Chains for Opening Slot on Reunion Shows
Guns N' Roses have picked the opening band for their first two highly anticipated reunion shows next month.
1976’s Best Rock Albums
Even though punk was right around the corner, classic sounds still dominated the year.
How Pink Floyd Went Supernova With ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’
This 1973 epic changed the way people made and listened to albums.
Top 10 George Harrison Songs
There's a lot to celebrate about the most neglected Beatle.
The Who Albums Ranked Worst to Best
With all of the compilations the Who have released over the years, it's easy to forget that their studio output boils down to a mere 11 albums.
40 Years Ago: Journey’s ‘Frontiers’ Signals the Beginning of the End
Expectations were high when they stepped into a California studio to record a follow up to 1981's 'Escape.'
Top 10 J. Geils Band Songs
They were one of the best bar bands in America before "Centerfold" made them ubiquitous MTV stars.