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10 Metalcore Bands Who Don’t (Or Barely) Use Clean Vocals
Ever since the early 2000s explosion, metalcore as a genre is often associated with the dual vocal approach of clean singing and heavier screams, something contemporary heavyweights such as I Prevail, Wage War and the Amity Affliction have maintained tradition with while also moving the genre into fresh new places.
Report: B1G Commissioner Warren Headed To NFL’s Bears
The NFL Network's Ian Rapoport is reporting on Thursday that Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren (pictured) is leaving his post and will become the new President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Football League's Chicago Bears. Warren has been the Big Ten commissioner since January of 2020. He was...
Alice Cooper Calls Jeff Beck Greatest Guitarist of All Time, Recalls Opening for Yardbirds When He Was 16
Alice Cooper is one of the many musicians in the rock 'n' roll world who've posted on social media to pay their respects to legendary guitarist Jeff Beck, who died on Tuesday (Jan. 10) at 78. In his post, Cooper called the late rocker the greatest guitarist of all time, and recalled opening for The Yardbirds when he was just 16.
David Draiman Wants to Smoke Weed With Justin Bieber – ‘I Challenge You to a Smoke-Off’
The phrase goes "When in Rome, do as the Romans do." and Disturbed frontman David Draiman is applying that philosophy on his trip to Amsterdam, a city notable for its legal stance on weed. In fact, the singer upon learning that fellow musician Justin Bieber was in the area, put out a challenge to the Biebs for a "smoke off."
Here Are 7 Factory Tours You Can Take Across Michigan
Have you ever wondered what goes into making some of your favorite things or what the behind-the-scenes process looks like?. Well, great news. There are several factory tours that you can take for free or at a very small charge across the state of Michigan. Whether it's candy, ice cream,...
Details On 911 Outage That Struck Michigan, Including Calhoun County
Details are beginning to surface, concerning a 911 communication meltdown that swept across Michigan Tuesday afternoon. Calhoun, Eaton, Hillsdale, Washtenaw, and as far north as Grand Traverse County, all reported the 911 outage that struck their systems. The state network was able to isolate the problem and get 911 back...
Johnny Depp Was Reportedly By Jeff Beck’s Bedside When Rock Legend Died
Actor and musician Johnny Depp was reportedly by guitar legend Jeff Beck's bedside when the rocker died on Tuesday (Jan. 10) at the age of 78 after suddenly contracting bacterial meningitis. According to PEOPLE, Depp (who spent time on the road with Beck last year in support of their collaborative...
New Brewery ‘Apoptosis’ Opening In Kalamazoo During Craft Beverage Week
Two things I learned while trying to brew my own beer in my dorm room in college:. First, when brewing beer, keep the room well-ventilated, and there's no hiding the smell of alcohol fermenting from your RAs. And Second... I suck at making beer. Two guys who apparently do NOT...
WATCH: Author of Kalamazoo Gals Book Plays Gibson For Jeff Beck In London
Not long ago a book was released about The Kalamazoo Gals, the ladies who built Gibson guitars during WW2. With the recent tragic loss of guitar legend Jeff Beck, I came across a video of the author sharing a special moment with Beck. John Thomas actually owns a Kalamazoo Gals...
A Look at Old Michigan Driver’s Licenses: 1916-1966
I took Driver’s Ed in high school. No fees, just a brake-happy driving instructor that ‘drove’ me crazy. If a student driver was coming up on a stop sign, the instructor would jam the brake. If the student attempted to park, the instructor would jam the brake. Sometimes this guy would slam the brake while the student was just plain driving down the street…and everyone in the front and back seats would always lurch forward…and this was before seat belts were required. One of the worst teachers I ever had. Of course, he was mainly our social studies teacher, wore thick glasses and couldn’t see well anyway. Oh yeah…perfect choice for a Driver’s Ed instructor.
Abandoned KMart Headquarters and Why It Was Left to Rot: Troy, Michigan
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you enter this property. By doing so you risk bodily harm and/or prosecution for trespassing on private property. This place is like a fort…heck, it’s even bigger than most forts! The old Kmart headquarters was even called “Fort Kresge” by employees and residents….it sits abandoned, sittin’ and sprawled across over 40 acres on Big Beaver Road in Troy.
Help Us Find Kathy Prevatte Who Went Missing in Kalamazoo Tuesday
UPDATE: The 64-year-old Kalamazoo woman who went missing earlier this week has been found and is safe. Family and friends are desperately trying to find Kathy Prevatte. She was last seen Tuesday afternoon around 5:30 p.m. as she left her house on foot. Nobody knows where she was headed and she hasn't been seen since. They have no leads on her whereabouts at this point.
Rockers Pay Tribute to Jeff Beck – Ozzy Osbourne, Jimmy Page, Tony Iommi + More
The rock 'n' roll community was hit with another tough loss today when Jeff Beck's family shared in a statement that the guitar legend had died at the age of 78. Fellow musicians have taken to social media to pay tribute to the late rocker, and express their admiration for his legacy.
Legendary Guitarist Jeff Beck Has Died at 78
The rock world has lost an immense talent as legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame guitarist Jeff Beck died Tuesday (Jan. 10) at the age of 78. The news was confirmed by Beck's publicist, who issued a statement that reads, "On behalf of his family, it is with deep and profound sadness that we share the news of Jeff Beck’s passing. After suddenly contracting bacterial meningitis, he peacefully passed away yesterday. His family ask for privacy while they process this tremendous loss."
You Can Rent Ace Frehley’s Scenic Former House on Airbnb Now – 7 Bathrooms!
If you've ever wanted to experience how rock stars live, this may be your chance. You can now rent Ace Frehley's scenic former house on Airbnb, which has a total of five bedrooms and seven bathrooms. Frehley lived in the 6400-square foot house, which is located in Wilton, Connecticut, from...
FAA System Outage Grounds ALL US Planes, What Does This Mean For The Kalamazoo Area?
More than 8,000 US flights have been delayed today due to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) outages. The FAA has a system known as NOTAM, which stands for Notice to Air Missions, which allows the FAA to communicate with pilots about their surroundings and what that could mean for air safety.
Is Blake Corum’s Return The Key To A University Of Michigan Championship?
Earlier this week, the University of Michigan football team received some of the best news they could ask for after dropping its College Football Playoff game against the TCU Horned Frogs. This is news that could give them hopes of returning to the biggest stage in College Football. U of...
Don’t Be Mad That Kelly Clarkson Covering Blink-182 on Her Own TV Show Rules
Everything classic is coming back around again in 2023. Take for instance, onetime American Idol winner and early 2000s darling Kelly Clarkson using her daytime talk show platform to revisit some of her favorite songs on her Kellyoke segment. This week, Clarkson showed off her pop-punk prowess taking on the Blink-182 classic, "All the Small Things," which will be back in the spotlight once again when Tom DeLonge reunites with his Blink-182 brothers on their highly anticipated reunion tour this year.
Have You Heard Of Snow Fleas? Yes They Are A Thing In Michigan
I thought fleas went away when the cold and snow comes along but I was wrong, there is something called snow fleas and they are found right here in Michigan. I think at this point we all know what fleas are and like mosquitos, they go away in the winter months to return to be a pain in our and our pets' lives in the spring.
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