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How Stone Temple Pilots Came Back Strong With ‘Purple’
Stone Temple Pilots met the music industry head-on as their debut album, 1992's Core, sold millions and millions of copies. As bassist and songwriter Robert DeLeo tells UCR, "I don't think we were really prepared for that." His '90s contemporary, Live vocalist Ed Kowalczyk, felt similarly as you'll read in...
Dennis DeYoung Just Found Out The Cars Hated Styx
Dennis DeYoung has only just discovered that the Cars hated Styx. He was responding to a 2006 interview republished online by Classic Rock last month, which it seems he’s never encountered before. In the article, the late Ric Ocasek spoke of the Cars’ early days: “We opened for about...
Why Dave Navarro Didn’t Listen to Jane’s Addiction Without Him
Dave Navarro had mixed feelings over staying home while Jane’s Addiction toured without him. In fact, he didn't even check out any of those shows. The band hit the road in 2022 and 2023 while Navarro was dealing with long COVD, hiring Troy Van Leeuwen from Queens of the Stone Age for one leg and then former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer for the other.
Jack Russell, Great White’s Founding Singer, Dead at 63
Jack Russell, original vocalist for the glam metal act Great White, has died at the age of 63. The singer’s passing was confirmed via a message posted to his Facebook page. "With tremendous sadness, we announce the loss of our beloved Jack Patrick Russell — father, husband, cousin, uncle, and friend,” the post began before noting that the rocker “passed peacefully” in the presence of his family. "Jack is loved and remembered for his sense of humor, exceptional zest for life, and unshakeable contribution to rock and roll where his legacy will forever thrive.”
Why McDonald’s Collector’s Cups Are Way Different (and Better) in Canada
McDonald's in Canada just hits different. Not only do they have tastier McFlurry flavors and a wider selection of McNugget sauces, but they also now have better collector's cups. What Are McDonald's Collector's Cups?. At one time, collectable cups were a staple of McDonald's promotions. Dating as far back as...
Beastie Boys Recall ‘Totally Absurd’ Tour With Madonna
Beastie Boys members Adam “Ad Rock” Horovitz and Michael “Mike D” Diamond have reflected upon their unique experience opening for Madonna. It was 1985 and both acts were in the early stages of their respective careers. Madonna had released her self-titled debut album in 1983 and followed it with 1984’s Like a Virgin. Beastie Boys, meanwhile, had yet to release their first studio LP, but the trio had earned substantial buzz in the New York music scene.
Exhausted Teachers Show Before and After First Day of School Looks in Viral Videos
It's a lot of work to get kids ready for the first day of school. First, you have to secure all of their required supplies and maybe even some new clothes for the year. Then, you have to deal with a different schedule while getting them out the door at a reasonable time.
Urban Thistle Farm in Casper Hosting Community Work Days Aug. 16-17
After breaking ground in June 2024, the Urban Thistle Farm & Market is ready to start building the infrastructure of their vision. The former North Casper Elementary School site is a 4-acre property that has sat empty for nearly 10 years–"holding the promise of a bright future quietly in its emptiness" stated the owners, Casper Housing Authority (CHA), who purchased the property from the Natrona County School District.
Killers Dust off Rarities in Residency Opener: Set List, Videos
The Killers launched their residency at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas on Wednesday and revived a few long-abandoned rarities for the occasion. It was a homecoming for the band, which was founded in Sin City in 2001. The residency, which runs through Sept. 1, is also a 20th anniversary celebration for the Killers’ breakthrough debut album, Hot Fuss.
Get Ready: Friends of the Natrona County Public Library Book Sale Set for September
It is time to mark those calendars as the fall 2024 "Friends of the Natrona County Public Library" book sale is just a little over a month away. The official Natrona County Library Facebook shared a post that read:. Are you guys ready for the next book sale? Check out...
Casper Rec Center gym closes Friday–Sunday
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Recreation Center’s gymnasium will be closed Friday through Sunday due to a private rental, according to a press release. The cardio room, strength training room and locker rooms will still be available. The Recreation Center is pleased to host the Nittany Lions Legends...
8 TV Shows You Totally Forgot Existed
Nostalgia has a funny way of playing tricks on your mind. It's like when you try to recall the lyrics to a song that you thought meant a lot to you. You're sure you know them by heart, but they vanish. Then you hear the chorus and it all comes rushing at you like a steam engine.
Greg Kihn, ‘Jeopardy’ Singer and Songwriter, Dies at 75
Greg Kihn, the Baltimore-born singer, songwriter and guitarist best known for the hit "Jeopard," has died. He was 75. According to a post on his website, Kihn died on Aug. 13 after struggling with Alzheimer's disease. "Beyond the world of music and radio, Greg was renowned as a great storyteller...
Sunny skies, warming temps forecast for Casper through the weekend
CASPER, Wyo. — A warmer day with fewer thunderstorms has been forecast for central Wyoming today. High pressure is building over the region, meaning summertime temps and clear skies for days in Casper, according to the National Weather Service in Riverton. Casper can expect a high of 81 today...
Climber visiting Wyoming falls to death at Lake Point Climbing Area
CASPER, Wyo. — A climber at Lake Point Climbing Area fell to their death Wednesday, Aug. 14, according to the Washakie County Sheriff’s Office. The climber, who was from out of the country and visiting Wyoming, fell about 50 feet and passed away shortly after falling, the sheriff’s office reported.
Jane’s Addiction Thrills Sold-Out L.A. Crowd: Set List, Photos and Video
Jane's Addiction continued their recently-launched North American tour on Tuesday with a sold-out performance at Inglewood, California's YouTube Theater alongside fellow '80s alt-rockers Love and Rockets. You can see the set list, video and UCR's exclusive photos from the performance below. After opening with the title track off the 1997...
Natrona County Arrest Log (8/14/24 – 8/15/24)
This log may not reflect all arrests for this time period. For example, police will not release any information about juvenile arrests. State law prohibits any official from identifying a person accused of a sex crime until the defendant is arraigned in district court. Everyone listed here is presumed innocent...
15 Woodstock Artists Look Back at the Historic Festival
Even five and a half decades after it happened, Woodstock still looms large in the minds of a lot of people, both performers and attendees. The three-day festival began on Aug. 15, 1969, featuring over 150 musicians playing to hundreds of thousands of people. Even those not present at the event could feel its power from miles away. Joni Mitchell, who did not appear at the festival, would write a song about it which CSNY turned into a hit — "Said I'm going down to Yasgur's Farm / Gonna join in a rock 'n' roll band / Got to get back to the land / Set my soul free."
Kenny Wayne Shepherd Dispels ‘Misconceptions’ of Eddie Van Halen
Kenny Wayne Shepherd believes Eddie Van Halen was far different than how he was portrayed in the media. Shepherd had a long history with the late guitar god, having toured with Van Halen on two separate occasions. “We toured with them back in the ‘90s when it was Van Halen...
New Film Starring John Lennon and Yoko Ono Coming to Theaters
In 1972, daytime TV talk show The Mike Douglas Show got a pair of new hosts for the week: John Lennon and Yoko Ono. Now, a new documentary titled Daytime Revolution, will chronicle that moment in pop culture history. Directed by Erik Nelson, the film will hit more than 50 theaters across the country on what would have been Lennon's 84th birthday, Oct. 9.
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