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.
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Release Date and Formats Revealed for Beatles Expanded ‘Sgt. Pepper’ Reissue
An expanded six-disc Super Deluxe Edition of the Beatles' 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' is in the offing.
Liverpool Plans Three-Week Celebration of the Beatles’ ‘Sgt. Pepper’
The Beatles' hometown festival comes complete with a separate multi-media event tied to each of the 13 songs on 'Sgt. Pepper.'
Bob Dylan Won’t Be Attending Nobel Prize Ceremony
This ends a lengthy period of confusion about Bob Dylan's response to one of writing's most prestigious awards.
Top 10 Leonard Cohen Songs
Leonard Cohen's legacy goes beyond the numerous covers of his songs, and the seemingly endless soundtrack appearances.
Watch Paul McCartney Take the Mannequin Challenge, With ‘Black Beatles’ Playing
Paul McCartney included the new Top 10 single by Rae Sremmurd in a mannequin challenge video.
Abbey Road Console Used by the Beatles Goes Up for Sale
Named REDD.37 after its design team in EMI's Record Engineering Development Department, the desk was used by the Beatles through the making of 'Let It Be.'
Graham Nash Opens Up About Rift With David Crosby, but Won’t Rule Out Reunion
Graham Nash said a series of things led to his recent estrangement from longtime musical partner David Crosby, one that has essentially ended Crosby, Stills & Nash.
The Beatles’ ‘Revolver’ Turns 50
The Beatles' groundbreaking seventh studio album, Revolver, turns 50 years old this week.
Paul McCartney Discovered the Meaning of Life but Can’t Figure Out His Notes
The only thing worse than not knowing the meaning of life, as Paul McCartney can tell you, is knowing but being unable to decipher your own transcription.
Paul McCartney Teases Involvement in ‘Classic Rock Coachella’
It appears Paul McCartney has confirmed his participation in a huge mega-concert reportedly slated for later this fall.
Paul McCartney Quietly Issued a Remix to a ‘Band on the Run’ Deep Cut
Paul McCartney apparently released a very limited edition 12-inch remix of the final song from 'Band on the Run,' with no fanfare.
Paul McCartney Announces New Solo Compilation, ‘Pure McCartney’
Paul McCartney has made official his plans to release an updated solo career-spanning compilation – but there's a twist.
David Crosby Discusses the Origins of His Feud With Graham Nash
David Crosby has provided insight into a simmering feud with Graham Nash that boiled over publicly earlier this month, pointing to Nash's autobiography as a sticking point.
Sony to Buy Michael Jackson’s Publishing Company, Including Beatles Catalog
Michael Jackson outbid Paul McCartney for ATV Music in 1985, paying more than $40 million and fracturing their relationship.
Don Henley Confirms That the Eagles Are Done
Don Henley is already considering his next solo move, which could be quite different from the recent country-focused 'Cass County.'
Allan Rouse, Modern-Day ‘Gatekeeper’ for the Beatles, Dies
Beatles engineer and archivist Allan Rouse, who played a key role in the band's 'BBC,' 'Anthology' and CD reissue series, has passed after a lengthy illness.