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Classic Rock launched in 1998 and rapidly established itself as a dedicated voice for rock music fans in the UK and beyond. Its 13 issues a year cover rock music from the 1960s to the present day. The magazine has built a loyal international readership by celebrating the artists, albums and stories that shaped the history of rock and continue to influence the genre today. Classic Rock delivers in-depth features, exclusive interviews and detailed retrospectives covering legendary bands, iconic musicians and pivotal moments in rock history. Its editorial approach combines knowledgeable criticism with passionate storytelling, offering readers insight into the cultural impact and creative process behind classic and modern rock music. The magazine frequently explores subgenres including hard rock, progressive rock, blues rock and heavy metal. In addition to long-form journalism, each issue includes album reviews, reissue coverage and news from the rock world, alongside high-quality photography and striking artwork. Available on PressReader, Classic Rock magazine balances nostalgia with contemporary relevance, positioning itself as an authoritative and engaging voice within rock music journalism.
In a totally unexpected move that tugged the heartstrings of all fans of hard rock, and widened the eyes of Deep Purple fans in particular, as this issue went to press Ritchie Blackmore joined Deep Purple on stage for the first time in more than...
New albums from Europe, Anthrax, Audrey Horne, The Meffs, Roger Taylor, The Strokes, Peter Hammill, Ricky Warwick, Dinosaur Jr, Bob Catley, The Strokes… Reissues from Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow, David Bowie, King Crimson, Jethro Tull, Bernie...
After writing The Final Countdown, life became a whirlwind of fame, money and everything else that came with a monster 80s hit. But the Europe frontman has survived it all intact. Joey Tempest has been many things in his 62 years. An athletic,...
Blackmore guests with Deep Purple, Ozzfest to return, and Back To The Beginning film in the pipeline; Glenn Hughes retires from the stage; The Kinks to reunite? Welcome back Triggerfinger and Zan/Cody. Say hello to Getdown Services and...
Rival Sons' guitarist on the records, artists and gigs that are of lasting significance to him. Scott Holiday is a child of the desert. A beachdweller these days, he grew up in sight of California’s Mariana mountain range, on the edge of...
Prosthetic arms, royal honours and a final curtain call with Ozzy: Mr Black Sabbath looks back at his band's stormy history and forward to his latest solo adventure. It’s a glorious summer’s day in rural England, and there’s a party of...
