Michael Gallucci is the managing editor at Ultimate Classic Rock. His previous gigs include editor-of-chief at Diffuser.fm, managing editor of Cleveland Scene and writing about music and movies for All Music Guide, American Songwriter, the A.V. Club, Paste, ScreenCrush, Spin, the Village Voice and other publications and websites. @mgallucci
Michael Gallucci
Reissue Roundup: Spring Sets From David Bowie, Rush and More
Archival releases included radio sessions, live shows, remasters and other goodies from the vaults.
When Bob Dylan Stumbled All Over the Messy ‘Self Portrait’
Was his 10th album a joke? A rare misfire? A self-indulgent grab bag? Yes, and it still is.
Bucky Baxter, Bob Dylan’s Pedal-Steel Guitarist, Dies at 65
Veteran also worked with Steve Earle, R.E.M. and others over the years.
Top 15 Giant-Monster Movies
From oversized animals to huge insects to a massive, people-eating blob, a look at the best films starring big-ass creatures.
How ‘The Long and Winding Road’ Served as the Beatles’ Requiem
This final classic-era single arrived three days after the release of the group's last album.
Frank Zappa’s ‘The Mothers 1970′ Collects Unreleased Tracks
Four-disc box will collect 70 songs for 50th anniversary of band lineup.
Grateful Dead Announce 50th-Anniversary ‘Workingman’s Dead’
They also released a live version of "Casey Jones" from Feb. 21, 1971, at the Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, N.Y.
When ‘King Kong vs. Godzilla’ Bridged Giant-Monster History
Two movie titans squared off in 1962 movie, paving path for rebooted franchise.
40 Years Ago: Blondie Hit No. 1 With ‘Call Me’
Band hooks up with disco maestro Giorgio Moroder and makes the biggest song of its career.
How Paul McCartney Went Totally Solo With ‘Coming Up’
Studio version was released as a single, but a live version on the B-side reached No. 1.