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.

Bob Dylan Played Two Songs for the First Time in Five Years

One was a track he'd furiously struggled to complete.

Kevin Cronin Says He’ll ‘Always Hold Out Hope’ for REO Speedwagon

He's set to return for a handful of previously scheduled shows after the group suddenly imploded.

How REO Speedwagon Came to an Emotional End

Two longtime members were sidelined with different ailments before their sudden retirement.

REO Speedwagon Will Stop Touring Amid ‘Irreconcilable Differences’

Frontman Kevin Cronin had become the last remaining touring member from their classic era.

Watch David Gilmour’s First Live Performance in Four Years

He joined daughter Romany Gilmour at a tiny pub to perform a Pink Floyd classic.

Top 20 Pink Floyd Solo Songs

With a similar ebb and flow, they might have completed the band's next great double album.

Top 20 Eagles Solo Songs

Some moments were quite surprising for fans who liked them better in Old West outfits.

Listen to Neil Young’s Previously Unreleased Version of ‘Thrasher’

It's from the San Francisco residency in May 1978 that was partially featured on 'Rust Never Sleeps.'

The Iggy Pop Tour With ‘Only Drugs and Booze’ Backstage

His motto for the drug-fueled trek was reportedly No Blow, No Show.

David Gilmour Backtracks on Playing Pink Floyd Songs in Concert

As their feud continued, he didn't seem interested in returning to Roger Waters-era material.