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.
Nick DeRiso
’80s No. 1 Rock Songs From Worst to Best
So much about the era is retold by these smash hits.
10 Worst Paul McCartney Albums
With more than 35 related studio releases, there were bound to be a few stumbles.
20 Protest Songs That Changed History
Some are so catchy that listeners might miss their hard truths.
February 2024 New Music Releases
Look for an update of a Paul McCartney favorite and solo turns by two of hard rock's best-known guitarists.
The Worst Classic Rock Songs
No one is immune.
55 Years Ago: Creedence Comes Into Their Own With ‘Bayou Country’
This isn't the band's biggest or most popular album, but it may be their most important.
1969’s Best Rock Albums
This decade closed on a foreboding note, and our countdown often reflects that.
How Two Songs Propelled Bachman-Turner Overdrive’s ‘BTO II’
This second album contained the classics "Takin' Care of Business" and "Let It Ride."
The Biggest No. 1 Rock Songs of the ’60s
This decade wasn't always as revolutionary as you might think.
20 Years Ago: Peter Criss Leaves Kiss for the Last Time
For all of their disagreements, he says he emerged in a far more stable financial place.
The 22 Most Successful Musicians Who Retired Too Early
From the outside looking in, this may seem like the best job in the world – but the pressures are many.
Why Elvis Costello Got Banned From ‘Saturday Night Live’
He gave shape to his own budding career with this rebellious move.