Matt Wardlaw

In 1984, a young Matt Wardlaw visited KWES-FM in Odessa, Texas: a mobile home thathoused both the station’s studios and offices. Not only did the DJ send him home witha Sammy Hagar “I Can’t Drive 55” button, which Matt then wore proudly on hisMembers Only jacket, but the experience sparked a life-long love of radio.

Matt continued honing his enthusiasm for all things music, including by clockingcountless hours inside record stores and reading the latest rock magazines. Theseexperiences helped fuel dreams of that future life working in music – and informed hispassionate approach to radio.

Now, Matt Wardlaw can say he has been working in radio for more than three decades – a career that has included working at the legendary Cleveland rock and rollpowerhouse WMMS-FM. While working there, he also co-hosted a popular heavy metalshow, which gave him the chance to interview artists like Iron Maiden and RonnieJames Dio.

A member of the Ultimate Classic Rock staff since it launched in 2010, Matt has continued interviewing his rock and roll heroes – including memorable conversations with Aerosmith, AC/DC, Pat Benatar, the Black Crowes, Alice Cooper, Def Leppard, ELO, Heart, Sammy Hagar, KISS, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Metallica, Queen, REO Speedwagon, Van Halen, and ZZ Top.

Today, as the host of Ultimate Classic Rock’s radio show, Matt brings the world of UCR to you. Expect the latest news, interviews, and an endless supply of legendary rock music – to ensure that your days and nights will never be boring.

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