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The Scientific Reason You Make a ‘Stank Face’ at Wicked Guitar Riffs
Why, if something as a guitar riff can be so enjoyable, do we make what's known as the "stank face" in response to hearing something so initially impactful and impressive? As it turns out, on top of the many theories about the history of the "stank face," there's also a bit of science behind it.
Yakima Council Unanimously Approves Vicki Baker as New City Manager
Yakima's Vicki Baker has been named as the new Yakima City Manager. The longtime Yakima resident was chosen by the Yakima City Council as the new leader of Yakima through a series of interviews. THE COUNCIL WAS UNANIMOUS IN VOTING FOR BAKER. The council on Tuesday voted 7-0 to install...
What Is the ‘Rhino’ Piercing + Why Is It Trending?
What is the "rhino" piercing and why is it trending?. To coincide with the nu-metal revival that's taken place over the last few years, it appears that facial piercings are experiencing an increase in popularity as well. The rhino piercing is the latest that's gone viral — according to Wethrift,...
Setlist + Video – Limp Bizkit Kick Off ‘Loserville’ Summer Tour
Limp Bizkit officially kicked off their Loserville summer tour last night (July 16), treating the Somerset, Wisconsin crowd to a 15-song set loaded with classics and a pair of covers. The trek also features special guests Bones, Eddy Baker & Xavier Wulf, N8NOFACE and Corey Feldman, with Riff Raff serving...
Interview: Lamb of God’s Randy Blythe Discusses New Book + Why He Doesn’t Really Care About Celebrating Anniversaries
"I'm about out of things to say about a record we did 20 years ago. I have nothing really new to say and a lot of those memories are hazy." Randy Blythe minced no words when he hung out on Loudwire Nights Tuesday (July 16) to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Lamb of God's album, Ashes of the Wake.
Tennessee Cemetery Has a Creepy Mountain Dew Headstone
While Mountain Dew has not met its untimely death, it has still being immortalized on a headstone located in a Tennessee cemetery. It's even got a working bottle opener attached to it, too. Why Is There A Mountain Dew Headstone?. No, it isn't there to mark the grave of the...
The 2 spiders you NEED to avoid in Washington
Do you like spiders? Your answer is probably "no", possibly "__ no" (fill in the blank with your favorite expletive.) That's a pretty normal response. In fact, arachnophobia - the fear of spiders - is one of the most common animal-specific phobias, affecting about 3-6% of the general population. Warning:...
Metallica Album Becomes Fourth Ever to Reach Historic Chart Record
Metallica's 1991 self-titled album has become the fourth studio release ever to reach a historic chart record. The album, affectionately known as The Black Album, has officially spent a total of 750 weeks on the Billboard 200. It's the fourth record in history to spend that amount of time on the chart, following Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon (1973), the Bob Marley and The Wailers compilation album Legend (1984) and Journey's Greatest Hits (1988).
National Pizza Chain Saved From Bankruptcy After Quietly Closing 44 Locations
While some cities now have one less pizza option, others can celebrate one of their favorites that will be sticking around for a little longer. It's been a struggle for several recognizable chain restaurants in 2024. And the list keeps growing. So far, the year has brought us reports of...
2 Of The Nation’s Most Charming Towns Are In Washington!
You want to get away from all the drama. Whether it’s the hustle and bustle of the big city or your neighbors. You long for a place that reminds you of the simpler times. Where can you go? Someplace like Mayberry from the Andy Griffith Show, but you know… with Wi-Fi.
Nile Valley Days Turns 50! Join the Party at Jim Sprick Community Park
Nile Valley Days is set for this coming weekend, July 20-21 and it's an important year. It's the 50th anniversary of the event held at Jim Sprick Community Park on Chinook pass. LOTS OF FREE FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY. The weekend is packed with fun family activities. You'll find...
Red Light Fiascos: Yakima Police Identify Top 3 Intersections
Over the last 2 years Yakima Police have investigated hundreds of vehicle crashes in what the department calls "red light violations." Now they've named the top three intersections where most of the crashes are happening. WHEN YOU SEE A YELLOW LIGHT TO YOU STOP OR SPEED UP?. Officers say many...
Have You Explored the Rainbow Rails Here in Washington State?
Have You Explored the Rainbow Rails Here in Washington State?. My wife and I love a good road trip and we just discovered another unusual sight you should check out. How Do I Find The Rainbow Rails Near Olympia Washington?. If you live on the west side of Washington, you...
Lady Deadpool Debuts in New ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Trailer
The latest Deadpool & Wolverine trailer makes it look like the film features a multiverse of madness (minus Doctor Strange). Although the new clip is short, and provides only fleeting glimpses of them, it does pretty much confirm that you are going to get to see some version of the Deadpool Corps in the film. The Deadpool Corps, for those who don’t obsessively follow Marvel Comics, is a whole team comprised of alternate versions of the O.G. Deadpool. In addition to him, there was also Dogpool (who’s been featured prominently in other trailers for the film), Headpool (which was the severed zombie head of Deadpool from the Marvel Zombies universe), Kidpool, and Lady Deadpool — AKA Wanda Wilson, a Deadpool of yet another alternate timeline.
Tenacious D’s Kyle Gass Reportedly Dropped by Talent Agency After Trump Comment
Tenacious D's Kyle Gass has reportedly been dropped by his talent agency following his controversial onstage remarks about the attempted assassination of U.S. Presidential candidate Donald Trump. Both TMZ and The Hollywood Reporter have independently claimed to have been learned that Michael Greene of Greene & Associates Talent Agency is...
‘Horizon: An American Saga’ Digital Movie! Enter To Win!
Very few films can blend suspense, action, drama, and the heart of America with an epic score to create something truly awe-inspiring!. You now have an opportunity to win this fantastic digital movie!. Enter To Win Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1. "Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter...
Hot Wings Was Humiliated By A Single Word
Few moments on this show are better than when we get to laugh at one of the show members in a state of embarrassment. We all make mistakes, it's part of being human. However, when a mistake happens due to being brazenly overconfident in your abilities and, much like Icarus, you come crashing down to Earth in spectacular fashion, it becomes something you never forget.
Kat Von D Shares New Disco Goth Song ‘Illusion,’ Announces Second Album
Kat Von D just shared a new disco goth song titled "Illusion" and announced her second full-length studio album My Side of the Mountain. The tattoo artist and makeup guru fully shifted her career at the start of the decade to focus on music, and shared her debut album Love Made Me Do It in August of 2021.
Rejoice! Halloween and Fall Items are Starting to Appear on Store Shelves
Even though we're suffering through the hottest days of summer right now, there's a beacon of hope -- a light at the end of the tunnel, if you will. A sign knowing that something cool is upon us sooner than later. Fall is coming. I mean, of course it's coming...
August 2024 New Music Releases
Two prog rock masters return to record-store shelves and streaming services. August 2024's new music releases also include a celebrated moment from Woodstock and a rare solo album from one of the co-founders of the Rolling Stones. Jon Anderson is releasing his first album of original songs with the Band...
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