Michael Gallucci

Michael Gallucci is the managing editor at Ultimate Classic Rock. His previous gigs include editor-of-chief at Diffuser.fm, managing editor of Cleveland Scene and writing about music and movies for All Music Guide, American Songwriter, the A.V. Club, Paste, ScreenCrush, Spin, the Village Voice and other publications and websites. @mgallucci

Beatles, ‘Let It Be Special Edition (Super Deluxe)': Album Review

Six discs document the messy making of the band's last-released LP.

All 27 James Bond Movies Ranked Worst to Best

From Connery to Craig, with everything in between (yes, those two films too), a look at 007's highs and lows.

‘No Time to Die': Movie Review

Daniel Craig suits up one final time as 007.

How the Beatles Created Their Biggest Hit, ‘Hey Jude’

Single was also the longest to reach No. 1 at the time.

50 Years Ago: ‘Escape From the Planet of the Apes’ Explores New World

Third movie in series brings simian heroes to 1973 Earth, and begins completing saga's circle.

Top 25 Soul Albums of the ’70s

There's more to the decade than Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder, but those legends are well represented.

Poco’s Rusty Young Dies at 75

Band cofounder was the only constant member in its 50-plus-year career.

45 Years Ago: Marvin Gaye Stirs Up a Storm on ‘I Want You’

Soul legend returned after three-year break with a complicated and controversial set of songs that helped ignite a genre.

How the Byrds Launched a New Chapter With ‘Eight Miles High’

Inspired by John Coltrane, the folk rockers turn a page that helps change course of music history.

5 Reasons Carole King Should Be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

She's already been inducted with ex-husband and onetime creative partner Gerry Goffin for songwriting, but she deserves to be in for her own achievements, too.

John Belushi Movies Ranked Worst to Best

Late comedian had a short career, but he made the most of his screen time.

Paul McCartney, ‘McCartney III': Album Review

Following 2018's ambitious 'Egypt Station,' legend strips back and goes totally solo for third one-man-band record.