Corey Irwin is a writer and editor for Ultimate Classic Rock. He’s spent more than 15 years working in radio, including stints in Los Angeles and San Francisco. In addition to UCR, he has written for Diffuser, Ultimate Prince and Music Connection Magazine
Corey Irwin
Why MTV Launched With a Video ‘Nobody Wanted’
"Video Killed the Radio Star" was the first clip aired on the network, but that's not how some executives wanted it to go.
Music Firm Now Owns Nearly Half of Prince’s Estate
Three siblings have sold their shares, but the singer's remaining heirs swear they'll "never sell out."
Anthony Kiedis Selling ‘Truly Beautiful’ Hawaiian Home for $10M
Pros: Oceanfront views, ample natural light and an expansive chef’s kitchen. Cons: It was built on an ancient burial ground.
When Chevy Chase and John Belushi Brought Their Feud Onto ‘SNL’
The fierce rivals briefly buried the hatchet during an episode's opening sketch.
When John Mellencamp Got a Surprise Phone Call From Billy Joel
“You never forget something like that.”
40 Years Ago: ‘Donkey Kong’ Saves Nintendo From Failure
Company was in the midst of financial crisis before the game became a worldwide hit.
Why Sinead O’Connor Gets Emotional Over ‘Nothing Compares 2 U’
One line in particular brought the singer to tears.
The ‘Cannonball Run’ is Real, and COVID Helped Set a New Record
With traffic at an all-time low, cross country racers hit the road in 2020.
Colin Hay Covers Beatles, Kinks, Faces and More on New Album
Listen to title track from former Men at Work frontman's ‘I Just Don’t Know What to Do With Myself.’
Eric Clapton Feels ‘Ostracized’ By Friends Over His COVID Views
“My phone doesn’t ring very often,” the guitarist admits.