Ultimate Classic Rock Staff

Known as "The Killer," he became one of rock 'n' roll's pioneers before controversy derailed everything.

You know that LP it seems like only you love? Let's talk about those.

You get only one shot at a first impression.

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

Certain trends emerge as you explore how rock's 100 biggest bands got their names.

You write what you know.

Bored with best-songs lists that are dominated by the same handful of bands? We've put an interesting twist on things.

Music credited to former singer Peter Gabriel is not part of the deal.

Guitarist says he'd been "investigating" the band's trademarks for years.

Former singer says they were to be featured on hats, T-shirts, jackets and other paraphernalia without his consent.