Nick DeRiso is UCR's assistant managing editor, and author of 'Journey: Worlds Apart.' He has been named columnist of the year five times by the Associated Press, Louisiana Press Association, and Louisiana Sports Writers Association, and previously oversaw a daily newspaper section that was named Top 10 in the nation by the AP.
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Guns N’ Roses Reunion Put Slash’s Solo Career on Back Burner
Slash issued 2014’s 'World on Fire' with Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators before talk turned to a long-awaited tour with Guns N' Roses.
Peter Gabriel Combines and Expands Previously Released Live DVDs
Peter Gabriel is revisiting a raft of live material for release in DVD, Blu-ray and digital formats.
Ozzy Osbourne Sued by ‘Crazy Train’ Co-Writer
Bob Daisley has been tangling with Ozzy Osbourne for some time over royalties and credit.
Watch Sammy Hagar Belt Out ‘I Can’t Drive 55′ With Kenny Chesney
Kenny Chesney has been a regular guest at Sammy Hagar's birthday bash, and even wrote a chart-topping country hit while hanging out by the former Van Halen frontman's pool.
Pat Benatar’s Life With Neil Giraldo Is Being Turned Into a Broadway Musical
Neil Giraldo was Pat Benatar's lead guitarist as she shot to fame, and they fell in love along the way.
Dee Snider’s Granddaughter Was Born on a Los Angeles Freeway
Dee Snider's newest grandchild apparently couldn't wait to meet the Twisted Sister frontman.
Bon Jovi Confirm Release Date for Lead Single From ‘This House Is Not for Sale’
Jon Bon Jovi says the group took an old-school approach to their 14th album together.
Axl Rose Laughs Off Onstage Mishap at Guns N’ Roses Show
"Stop," Axl Rose said, during a performance of "November Rain" in Houston. "What the f--- was that?"
Fleetwood Mac’s New Album Is Apparently Being Held Up by Stevie Nicks
It all comes down to Stevie Nicks.
Slash Has Recorded a New Version of Elton John’s ‘Rocket Man’
Slash updated the 1972 hit in honor of a stuntman's attempt to complete Evel Knievel's jump across Idaho's Snake River Canyon.
The Beatles’ ‘Revolver’ Turns 50
The Beatles' groundbreaking seventh studio album, Revolver, turns 50 years old this week.
30 Years Ago: Sting Finds His Groove With a New Band on ‘Bring on the Night’
Restless in the Police, Sting did something that came naturally: He shook things up.