Ultimate Classic Rock Staff

From inspirations to collaborations to that time a cop let him out of a speeding ticket just for being an awesome guitarist.

Getting it right the first time can be a blessing and a curse.

From instrumental noise to religious themes, the most ludicrous, messy, weird and wild concept LPs ever made.

Many have shared their thoughts on possible induction.

There's a lot riding on the Peace Out trek.

This list is on fire.

Slipknot singer compared the track to being shot at: "It's that bad."

Their best work is nothing short of rock 'n' roll gospel.

The good, the bad and the ugly from Van Hagar.

Thousands of fans gathered in the streets to pay tribute to the late singer.