Michael Gallucci is the managing editor at Ultimate Classic Rock. His previous gigs include editor-of-chief at Diffuser.fm, managing editor of Cleveland Scene and writing about music and movies for All Music Guide, American Songwriter, the A.V. Club, Paste, ScreenCrush, Spin, the Village Voice and other publications and websites. @mgallucci
Michael Gallucci
Dweezil Zappa Issues Statement Regarding Frank Zappa Family Trust Battle
Nearly two weeks after Ahmet Zappa penned an open letter to his brother Dweezil regarding the latter's use of music by their late father, Frank Zappa, Dweezil has issued a statement.
1968’s Best Rock Albums
All these years later, they still inspire artists and fans.
Van Morrison to Release 1973 Live Recordings on ‘It’s Too Late to Stop Now … Volumes II, III, IV and DVD’
Van Morrison will release a new live set from the concerts that spawned his classic 1974 concert album 'It's Too Late to Stop Now.'
1966’s Best Rock Albums
In a way, 1965 was the nascent start of the classic-rock era, that moment when the rock 'n' roll single yielded its power to the album format. But 1966 is when it all started to make sense.
Allman Brothers Band Albums Ranked Worst to Best
The group's long, complicated history isn't always an easy one to navigate.
Why ‘The Final Cut’ Marked Roger Waters’ End With Pink Floyd
An abandoned soundtrack to 'The Wall' became the last straw between the increasingly controlling Roger Waters and his bandmates.
Neil Peart Publishing New Book About Rush’s Final Tour
Neil Peart will publish a book about Rush's R40 tour, rumored to be the band's last-ever one of this size, later this year.
Guns N’ Roses Tap Alice in Chains for Opening Slot on Reunion Shows
Guns N' Roses have picked the opening band for their first two highly anticipated reunion shows next month.
1976’s Best Rock Albums
Even though punk was right around the corner, classic sounds still dominated the year.
The Story of Pink Floyd’s ‘Dark Side of the Moon’
Pink Floyd's era-defining 'The Dark Side of the Moon' was released in March 1973.
The Who Albums Ranked Worst to Best
With all of the compilations the Who have released over the years, it's easy to forget that their studio output boils down to a mere 11 albums.
Ian Gillan Comments on Deep Purple’s Decision to Perform With Current Lineup at Rock Hall Induction
Deep Purple singer Ian Gillan has issued a statement regarding the band's decision to perform with only the current lineup when it's inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in April .