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.

Monkees Co-Founder Michael Nesmith Dead at 78

He emerged from their pre-fab beginnings to become a musical pioneer in his own right.

The Most Underrated Song on Each LP by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards

On more than one occasion, the Rolling Stones were strengthened by the duo's time away.

30 Years Ago: Allman Brothers Band’s ‘Shades of Two Worlds’ Reaches Old Heights

They'd reestablished themselves with 1990's well-received 'Seven Turns,' but something was still missing.

The Most Underrated Song From Each Glenn Frey and Don Henley LP

Unlike solo output from other ex-members of huge bands, they didn't typically resort to wan attempts at recapturing former glories.

July 2021 New Music Releases

Record Store Day's second RSD Drops event of the year highlights the list.

Underrated George Harrison: The Most Overlooked Song From Each LP

Really, they all were.

Eric Clapton Sets Only 2021 North American Shows

His touring band will include Paul Carrack of Squeeze and Mike + the Mechanics.

20 Years Ago: Jeff Lynne Relaunches ELO With the Underrated ‘Zoom’

This lean, tune-focused LP was the one he should have put out as the group stalled at the turn of the '80s.

The Most Underrated Song From Each David Gilmour and Roger Waters LP

Their shared time together brought Pink Floyd's highest acclaim, but it never seemed to come easy.

Underrated Paul McCartney: The Most Overlooked Song From Each LP

With a discography stretching across 25 rock albums, there are still plenty of nooks and crannies to explore.

Top 10 Ringo Starr Songs Written by the Other Beatles

The best examples of how Fab Four bandmates helped animate their drummer's quirky personality.

June 2021 New Music Releases

There's very good news for fans of Styx – and the latest installment of RSD Drops, with a slew of exclusive and limited-edition finds.