Matthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
Matthew Wilkening
Prince Barks Up the Wrong Tree With ‘Lisa': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
This was neither Prince's first nor last attempt at seducing somebody with his music. But this time out, he had absolutely no chance – and he knew it.
Cage the Elephant Help Rescue Lollapalooza’s Somewhat Jinxed Opening Day
There were some hiccups on the first day of Lollapalooza 2017, but Cage the Elephant could have carried the day all by themselves.
Prince Declares Himself ‘The Purple Yoda': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Despite being the 77th track on a nine-song album that wasn't even released in America, the Force was strong with 'Laydown."
Prince Deliberately Bucks Trends With ‘Thieves in the Temple': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Prince may have made a sequel to his hit film 'Purple Rain,' but the first single from 'Graffiti Bridge' made it clear he had no plans to repeat himself musically.
Prince (Sort Of) Introduces the New Power Generation With ‘Daddy Pop': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Most bands would be daunted by the prospect of replacing the Revolution in Prince's life. Luckily, the New Power Generation were not most bands.
Prince Invites 30,000 Friends to the World’s Funkiest Soundcheck: 365 Prince Songs in a Year
It can be tough to get your sound levels right in the opening moments of a festival show. Luckily, Prince had just the right song for the occasion.
‘American Valhalla’ Co-Director Captures Iggy Pop and Josh Homme’s Collaboration: ‘All The Stars Were Aligned’
'American Valhalla' director Andreas Neumann explains how a one-day photo shoot evolved into a year-long journey documenting Iggy Pop and Joshua Homme's 'Post Pop Depression.'
Prince Buries a True Treasure With ‘Beginning Endlessly': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
"Beginning Endlessly" was buried on a Prince album that wasn't even released in the United States. You should really track it down.
‘Days of Wild’ Heralds a Prince Renaissance: 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Prince was always very clear that his 1993 name change wasn't an attempt to escape his record contract, but rather an opportunity for creative rebirth.
Prince’s ‘The Dance Electric’ Highlights His Competitive Brotherhood with Andre Cymone: 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Andre Cymone and his family welcomed Prince into their home at a young age. But like many brothers, their relationship could get quite competitive.