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.
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Science Proves Sting Has an Unusual Reaction to Music
A scientific study of Sting's brain found he made surprising musical connections, among them the deeper similarities between an Argentine tango and the Beatles.
Woodstock Promoters Want Republicans With Similar Logo to Share Their Values
Woodstock's co-producers say they've noticed the similarity between the logos for their 1969 festival and the Republican National Convention – and they'd like to see organizers go one step further.
Is Jack White Finally Going to Become a Space DJ?
A new teaser clip from Third Man Records might be confirmation of Jack White's long-held plans to play a vinyl record in orbit.
Muse Cancel Date in Turkey After Attempted Military Coup
Muse were set to play in Istanbul before armed forces attempted to overthrow the country's democratically elected leader.
Beastie Boys’ Mike D to Launch Beats 1 Radio Show
Mike D promises to play music from across a broad spectrum, while bringing in artists like Slaves – with whom the rapper has recorded recently.
Red Hot Chili Peppers Guitarist Weary of ‘Absurd’ Comparisons With John Frusciante
Comparisons with John Frusciante are perhaps inevitable. But that doesn't mean current Red Hot Chili Peppers' guitarist Josh Klinghoffer is taking them in stride.
Hollywood Vampires Tour Will Continue, Joe Perry’s Status Still Unclear
Alice Cooper has confirmed that the Hollywood Vampires tour will continue, though there is still no new information on the condition of an ailing Joe Perry.
Alleged Chris Cornell Stalker Arrested Outside Louisville Concert
Venues along Chris Cornell's on-going solo tour had been warned to be on the look out for Jessica Robbins.
Watch St. Vincent Perform In a Toilet Costume
The good news for St. Vincent drummer Matt Johnson was that the boss performed at a benefit concert for his ailing son. But there was weird news, too.
Something Cool Apparently Happens When David Bowie’s ‘Blackstar’ Is Exposed to Sunlight
Some industrious fans have reportedly discovered one more parting gift from David Bowie.