Ultimate Classic Rock Staff

For many classic rockers, touring is more enjoyable — and profitable — than making records.

They occasionally end up becoming bigger hits and personal favorites.

Why the long wait?

It was a star-studded night in Los Angeles.

Becoming a successful artist is difficult. Remaining on top forever is downright impossible.

With spooky season upon us, now is the perfect time to consider some of rock's most terror-inducing tracks.

This was no easy task, if only because the period boasted such sheer diversity.

Were synths helpful or harmful – and which tour would you time-travel to attend?

You get only one shot at a first impression.

It was a decade of excess ... and some great songs.