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.

2023 New Music Releases

Metallica's surprise lockdown-recorded LP and a huge tour got the new year off to a fast start.

How 100 of Rock’s Biggest Acts Got Their Names

Certain trends emerge as you explore how rock's 100 biggest bands got their names.

Lineups Announced for Foo Fighters’ Taylor Hawkins Tribute Shows

Members of Rush, Queen, the Police, Pretenders and others will join Dave Grohl.

Artists Who Should Be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

As another group marches in, let's pause for a moment to recognize the many artists who've yet to be recognized.

72 Musicians Who Are Totally Lying About Their Names

Their names are forever etched in our collective musical memory – or are they?

Bands With No Original Members

Not everybody can be U2.

April 2021 New Music Releases

Spring has sprung – at least in the aisles of your local record shop.

March 2021 New Music Releases

Neil Young looks back, while members of the Beatles, Kiss and Iron Maiden offer new sounds.

35 Years Ago: Space Shuttle Challenger Breaks Apart on Live TV

We've been told that a nation watched in horror as the space shuttle exploded. But that's not exactly what happened.

February 2021 New Music Releases

This month quickly picks up steam before culminating with a signature last Friday overstuffed with new sounds.

Tanya Roberts Confirmed Dead at 65 After False Initial Report

Roberts' death was confirmed following an earlier incorrect report.

2021 New Music Releases

Time off the road amid the pandemic apparently gave rockers plenty of space to complete studio recordings.