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
Five Reasons Warren Zevon Should Be in the Rock Hall of Fame
After nearly three decades of eligibility, the late singer-songwriter earned his first nomination in 2023.
Bob Dylan: ‘Fragments: Time Out of Mind Sessions (1996-1997): The Bootleg Series Vol. 17′: Album Review
Comeback record gets dissected over five discs and 60 tracks, revealing birth of late-career masterpiece.
Iggy Pop, ‘Every Loser': Album Review
Punk godfather reclaims his crown, with a little help from some friends.
The Beach Boys, ‘Sail on Sailor – 1972′: Album Review
They were in a struggle between the old and the new, between moving forward and looking back.
Bruce Springsteen, ‘Only the Strong Survive': Album Review
Rock legend dips into the soul songbook for covers LP.
Beatles, ‘Revolver Special Edition (Super Deluxe)': Album Review
Band's most revolutionary work gets remixed and expanded for new box set.
How the Rolling Stones Survived the ’80s
By the time this decade was drawing to a close, they were barely left standing.
Red Hot Chili Peppers, ‘Return of the Dream Canteen': Album Review
Their second album of 2022 is not as good as the first one.
Todd Rundgren, ‘Space Force': Album Review
Studio wizard teams up with Sparks, the Roots, Rivers Cuomo and others for collaborative semi-concept LP.
20 Years Ago: Bruce Springsteen Gets the Band Back Together on ‘The Rising’
The Boss' first album in 18 years with the E Street Band also surveyed hope and heartbreak in the aftermath of 9/11.
Journey, ‘Freedom': Album Review
Veteran band's first album in 11 years stays on course.
Def Leppard, ‘Diamond Star Halos': Album Review
First album in seven years from glam-metal vets pulls thematic inspiration from their favorite artists.