Nick DeRiso

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.

Rolling Stones, Pearl Jam and Black Crowes Earn Grammy Nods

Beatles were also nominated for Record of the Year and Best Rock Performance.

Yes, That Hair Was Purposely Left in the Beatles’ ‘Let It Be’

Remastered film includes a potentially annoying moment while they perform "Across the Universe."

Brian Eno Has Added Wild Pigs to a David Bowie Song

Listen to "Get Real," the new song "feat. nature."

How R.E.M. Threw Out the Rule Book Then Became Superstars With ‘Out of Time’

Gutsy and creatively free, 'Out of Time' did things other R.E.M. albums hadn't.

How R.E.M. Drew to a Close With ‘Collapse Into Now’

Instead of falling apart amid the usual rock-band squabbles, they left on their own terms.

Why the Coronavirus Is Now Threatening Concerts and Festivals

As worry grows over large gatherings, could COVID-19 lead to cancellation of rock's biggest season?

Soundgarden Claim Songs in Dispute With Chris Cornell’s Widow

Their motion to dismiss was filed Monday in response to a legal action brought against the band in December.

Ivan Kral, Early Blondie Member Who Became Famed Songwriter, Dies

His home movies also formed the basis for 1976's 'The Blank Generation,' a seminal document of the New York City scene.

Nine Inch Nails, Depeche Mode Celebrate Hall of Fame Inductions

They're joining the Doobie Brothers, T-Rex, Whitney Houston and the Notorious B.I.G. in this year's class.

Frank Zappa Hologram World Tour Dates Announced

Shows will include new music from the late rocker, as well as former bandmates.