Matthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
Matthew Wilkening
‘1999’ Turns 35: 10 Facts About Prince’s Joyous Apocalyptic Masterpiece
Over the years, no single song – with the undeniable exception of "Purple Rain" – has done more to introduce or define Prince to the world than "1999."
(SPOILERS) Elton John’s Hysterical, Foul-Mouthed ‘Kingsmen: The Golden Circle’ Role Revealed
Wondering whether to go see Elton John in 'Kingsmen: The Golden Circle'? The most appropriate answer we can give you is, "F---, yes."
Repeat After Me: ‘Cream’ is Not a Sex Song: 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Prince wrote many sex songs. Despite its potentially suggestive title and oversexed video, "Cream" was not one of them.
Hear U2’s New Single ‘You’re The Best Thing About Me’
U2 has released the second song – and first official single – from their upcoming and long-awaited album 'Songs of Experience.'
Rick-Grohling: The Foo Fighters and Rick Astley Perform ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ Together
The Foo Fighters invited Rick Astley onstage in Tokyo to perform his 1987 smash "Never Gonna Give You Up"
Coldplay, Liam Gallagher Team Up on Oasis’ ‘Live Forever’ at One Love Manchester
Coldplay performed one Oasis classic with Liam Gallagher, and sang another to Ariana Grande at the One Love Manchester benefit concert.
Foo Fighters’ New ‘Run’ Single and Video Stages a Nursing Home Riot
The Foo Fighters have surprise-released a storming new song entitled "Run," which comes complete with another of their trademark high-concept video clips.
Chris Cornell’s Funeral Features Eulogies From Soundgarden, Pearl Jam Members
Chris Cornell's ashes were laid to rest May 26 during a private ceremony attended by his family, friends, bandmates and peers.
Chris Cornell’s Wife Vicky Shares Open Letter to Her Husband: ‘I’m Sorry You Were Alone’
Vicky Karayiannis, the wife of Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell, has written an open letter to her late husband, who died last week after a concert in Detroit.
Prince Practices Addition by Subtraction With ‘When Doves Cry': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
When Prince released "When Doves Cry," pretty much the whole music world rejoiced. Except maybe one person.