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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Gene Simmons Says Prince’s Death Was ‘Pathetic’
For Gene Simmons, not all music legend deaths are the same.
Hollywood Vampires Set For Summer Tour
Have the stakes and garlic handy, because the Hollywood Vampires are going on tour this summer.
Foo Fighters Deny Break Up Rumors; Taylor Hawkins Confirms Indefinite Hiatus
Foo Fighters have taken an extended break before: They were off the road from 2008 through 2011.
Dave Grohl Says David Bowie Once Told Him to ‘F— Off’
Dave Grohl and David Bowie had a good working relationship, but that didn't mean everything always clicked.
Metallica Will Stream Their Pre-Super Bowl Concert for Free
Like most people, you probably don't have tickets to Metallica's sold-out pre-Super Bowl concert in San Francisco. But, never fear, there's still a way to watch.
‘That Metal Show’ Won’t Return to VH1 Classic
'That Metal Show' is looking for a new home after an eight-year run on VH1 Classic.
In a Final Interview, Lemmy Says He ‘Could Haunt’ Us
Maybe his absence won't be for that long, after all.
Mikkey Dee: ‘Motorhead is Over, Of Course’
Even as Motorhead drummer Mikkey Dee comes to terms with the sudden passing of Lemmy Kilmister, another difficult decision has already been made.
Lemmy’s 30 Most Historic Moments
There are plenty of musical highlights, but just as many times when he broke the mold far from the lighted stage.
Green Day Rock ‘American Idiot’ + ‘Dookie’ Hits at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Green Day dug into their two best-known albums as they celebrated induction tonight into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.