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.
Nick DeRiso
Roger Waters Calls Bono an ‘Enormous S—‘ After Israel Tribute
U2 dedicated 'Pride (In the Name of Love)' to victims of a music festival attack by Hamas.
March 2024 New Music Releases
Heavy metal fans will have reason to rejoin next month.
’80s No. 1 Rock Songs From Worst to Best
So much about the era is retold by these smash hits.
10 Worst Paul McCartney Albums
With more than 35 related studio releases, there were bound to be a few stumbles.
20 Protest Songs That Changed History
Some are so catchy that listeners might miss their hard truths.
February 2024 New Music Releases
Look for an update of a Paul McCartney favorite and solo turns by two of hard rock's best-known guitarists.
55 Years Ago: Creedence Comes Into Their Own With ‘Bayou Country’
This isn't the band's biggest or most popular album, but it may be their most important.
Can You Guess the Rock Band From Just One Lyric?
Let's see how many iconic lyrics you know by heart.
50 Years Ago: Yes’ Hot Streak Ends With ‘Tales From Topographic Oceans’
Coming off 1972's classic 'Close to the Edge,' it seemed as if they could do no wrong.
2024 New Music Releases
The coming year promises some heavy sounds.