Bryan Wawzenek is a freelance journalist who writes for Diffuser.fm and Ultimate Classic Rock. He learned more from a three-minute record than he ever learned in school. His mind is racing, as it always will. Don't start him talking, he could talk all night. The sunshine bores the daylights out of him. Don't touch him, he's a real live wire. Most things he worries about never happen anyway. But he's been smiling lately, thinking about the good things to come.
Bryan Wawzenek
2017’s Most Anticipated Albums
With the curtain dropping on 2016, we look forward to the music we expect to hear in the new year. These are the 30 Most-Anticipated Albums Coming in 2017.
35 Years Ago: Dead Kennedys Go Hard on ‘In God We Trust, Inc.’
Inspired by the D.C. hardcore scene, Dead Kennedys recorded their first (and only) EP, 'In God We Trust, Inc.' at a blistering pace.
30 Years Ago: Chris Isaak Keeps His Cool on Self-Titled Second Album
Chris Isaak preserved his smoky, retro-modern sound on his self-titled second album, released in December 1986.
40 Years Ago: Sex Pistols Swear on Live TV
The Sex Pistols unleashed a barrage of obscenities when they appeared on the U.K.'s 'Today' show in 1976. The punk band instantly became famous in Britain.
Alternative Rock’s 50 Greatest Debut Singles
You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression. We’re exploring the 50 greatest debut singles in alternative rock.
How Yes Found Their Classic Lineup on ‘Fragile’
Even casual fans can name the members who created their second studio LP from 1971.
The Tragic Story of Michael Hutchence’s Death
How a tumultuous affair, numerous legal battles, addictions and declining fame contributed to INXS star Michael Hutchence's death.
40 Years Ago: George Harrison Tries to Collect from Lorne Michaels
George Harrison appeared on 'Saturday Night Live' in 1976 with Paul Simon. In a sketch, he tried to collect the $3,000 Lorne Michaels had offered the Beatles.
Rock’s 30 Most Shocking Transformations
We’re taking a look at artists who made such an abrupt pivot with their music that even the most dedicated of fans were left scratching their heads.
30 Years Ago: The The Slams Imperialism on ‘Infected’
Matt Johnson went political with 1986's 'Infected.'
25 Years Ago: INXS Releases First Live Album ‘Live Baby Live’
In 1991, INXS simultaneously released its first live album, 'Live Baby Live' and a concert video shot during their sold-out show at Wembley Stadium.
10 Years Ago: Foo Fighters Go Acoustic for Their Live Album ‘Skin and Bones’
Dave Grohl and Foo Fighters took the acoustic route for their first-ever live album, 'Skin and Bones,' released in 2006.