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.

Bon Jovi, the Cars, Dire Straits and the Moody Blues to Enter Rock Hall

The fans nailed it again, as the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announces its Class of 2018 honorees.

Charles Manson, Mass Murderer Who Twisted Beatles Lyrics, Is Dead

Charles Manson's death brings to a close a life defined by lawlessness, and framed by a deeply misguided obsession with the Beatles.

Paul Simon, Bonnie Raitt, James Taylor and Others to Play Texas Hurricane Benefit

An all-star lineup featuring Paul Simon, Bonnie Raitt, James Taylor and others is set to perform at a huge benefit for hurricane victims in Texas.

Here’s How Venues Are Working to Make Concerts Safer – And What You Can Do

Mass shootings at concerts in Las Vegas and Manchester, U.K., raise important questions about fan safety.

Don Henley Confirms That the Eagles Are Done

Don Henley is already considering his next solo move, which could be quite different from the recent country-focused 'Cass County.'

Simon and Garfunkel Featured in Bernie Sanders Ad, Ted Nugent Says President Obama and Hillary Clinton Should Be ‘Hung’

Two classic rock artists have become part of the day's political news cycle.