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
Devin Townsend Unveils ‘Retinal Circus’ Release Details
Former Strapping Young Lad frontman Devin Townsend has revealed details of a CD/DVD release with his current band, The Devin Townsend Project.
X Japan’s Yoshiki Goes Classical for Intimate Los Angeles Performance
Yoshiki, leader and co-founder of X Japan, unveiled his new project ‘Yoshiki Classical’ at a sold-out performance at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles. As the title suggests, this endeavor sees the typically hard-rocking Yoshiki delving into the world of classical music and the result is quite impressive.
Puscifer Unveil Release Plans for ‘What Is…’ DVD + Remix Album
Puscifer, the side project of Tool’s Maynard James Keenan, are readying a handful of releases in the next few months. Among them, a new DVD titled 'What Is…,' is set to arrive on Nov. 26.
KISS Purchase a New Arena Football Expansion Team
KISS have always been a merchandising juggernaut, but now the band is tackling a brand new endeavor: football. Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley are part of an ownership group that’s bringing a new expansion team to the Arena Football League. The name of that team? The L.A. KISS.
Nirvana Reveal ‘In Utero’ 20th Anniversary Reissue Bonus Material
The track listing for the 20th anniversary reissue of Nirvana’s ‘In Utero’ has been revealed and as expected, it is packed. The 70-song, three-disc release is loaded with bonus content, including 40 previously unreleased demos, B-sides and never-before-heard instrumentals.
Smile Empty Soul Return with New Album ‘Chemicals’ + Tour Dates
Veteran rock trio Smile Empty Soul have revealed the track list and album art (seen at left) for their new disc, ‘Chemicals’, along with their upcoming tour dates. This will mark the group’s sixth studio album and their first on their own label imprint, Two Disciples Entertainment.
Brandon Boyd’s Sons of the Sea Project Unveils Track List + Release Date
With Incubus on hiatus, lead singer Brandon Boyd has released the track listing and street date for his new project, Sons of the Sea. This marks the second time Boyd has ventured outside of Incubus, with ‘The Wild Trapeze’ being his previous solo effort.