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The Five Best 2020s Thrash Albums, Chosen by Chained Saint
These are the five best thrash albums of the 2020s, according to newcomers Chained Saint. So far, it's been a great decade for thrash and we're not even halfway through it yet! Whether it's veteran bands or newer ones, there's no denying this has been one of the best eras for the beloved metal subgenre.
Sip & Savor: Prosser Beer and Whiskey Festival Returns August 24!
Beer and Whiskey lovers are invited to a big event in Prosser on Saturday, August 24. It's the 2024 Prosser Beer and Whiskey Festival, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Prosser Wine and Food Park on Lee Road. GOOD BEVERAGES, LIVE MUSIC AND FOOD FOR YOU. Thousands of people...
Retreat/Rimrock Fire 95% Contained; Bohoskey Fire Cause
After nearly two months of relentless firefighting, local firefighters are finally able to breathe a sigh of relief as the Retreat/Rimrock and Lodgepole fires near full containment. The Retreat/Rimrock fire is now 95% contained, having scorched 45,601 acres, while the Lodgepole fire has been contained at 39 acres within its established perimeter.
New Megadeth Guitarist Teemu Mantysaari Shares Timeline for Next Album Release
New Megadeth guitarist Teemu Mantysaari shared a rough timeline for the band's next album release. Mantysaari was initially revealed as a fill-in for Kiko Loureiro last September, but it appears that he's in the band for the long haul now. During a conversation wit John The Metal Mailman, the guitarist confirmed that he's been an official member of the thrash group since last November, and discussed their plans for the follow-up to 2022's The Sick... The Dying... And the Dead!.
The Most UNHINGED Moments in Rock + Metal
Who doesn't love a truly unhinged meltdown? Well we've got some supremely unhinged moments in rock and metal that left people buzzing when they were complete. Some of these moments include truly epic rants, like the times that Iron Maiden's Blaze Bayley and Cannibal Corpse's Corpsegrinder were ready to throw down over audience interference in their shows. Corpsegrinder even told the audience, "You don't have to worry about security. I'm my own security. I'll beat you fucking to death and throw you in the sewers."
Ronnie Radke Finds New Way to Troll Falling In Reverse Haters
Falling in Reverse's Ronnie Radke has found a new way to troll his haters, actually working them into the band's live shows. When the group returned to the stage to kick off their latest tour leg on Sunday (Aug. 18), Radke incorporated some of the TikTok clips of haters into the video screen behind him as he performed a portion of the song "Game Over."
WTF Is College Rock? – 10 Songs That Defined the Pre-Grunge Alternative Era
Here are 10 songs that defined the "college rock" era. Before alternative rock was everywhere in the '90s, you had to hunt to find the up-and-coming bands and more often than not, the journey led you to college radio stations! So for the longest time, before "alternative" became a thing, college rock led you to the left of the dial in pursuit of cool rock music that most mainstream stations were overlooking.
Photos – System of a Down + Deftones Play to 50,000 Fans in San Francisco
System of a Down and Deftones performed at San Francisco's Golden Gate Park, alongside The Mars Volta, Viagra Boys and VOWWS and we have dozens of photos from the event that drew more than 50,000 fans. The concert also marked a first of its kind moment for the historic venue...
How ‘Alien: Romulus’ Connects to All the Other ‘Alien’ Movies
Alien: Romulus was clearly made by people who love the Alien franchise. The film is set between the events of Alien and Aliens. It directly references events and people from Alien as well as its prequel, Prometheus. And it contains all sorts of subtler Easter eggs from throughout the entire franchise, even from less-popular entries like Alien: Resurrection.
Everything New on Disney+ in September 2024
The first Marvel TV series since the start of 2024 premieres in September on Disney+ — and it’s also spinoff of one of Marvel’s most popular shows to date. Agatha All Along stars Kathryn Hahn reprising her role from WandaVision as the scheming witch Agatha Harkness. The show premieres in September with two episodes, followed by new installments weekly. The show runs for nine episodes.
The Three ‘Saturday Night Live’ Stars Who Played Phil Donahue
Phil Donahue was more than a trailblazing talk show host, he was also a mainstay of Saturday Night Live. Donahue was one of the few non-political celebrities to be impersonated by three different SNL cast members. The first was Joe Piscopo, who embodied the host during a sketch that aired...
Navigating Washington’s Riskiest Roads, Which is the Deadliest?
Another road is making the list of Washington's deadliest routes. Have you ever driven on a road that your not familiar with? Personally, I get nervous when I'm driving on unfamiliar roads. Throw in some rain, snow, or fog, and I might pull over. Usually, I make plans to travel during the day, so I can at least see what's ahead of me.
These Are Free Beer and Hot Wings’ Biggest Fears
Do you remember when you were a kid and you had your parents check under the bed for monsters or had them leave a light on just in case? People have fears that they might not be able to explain why they're afraid of, while others have very very valid fears.
How Rare Is a Super Blue Moon? Be Prepared To Wait a Bit For the Next One
A brightly-lit super blue moon is ready to takeover the sky the next several nights. And while you may have multiple chances to see it this time, you next opportunity isn't coming anytime soon. What Is A Super Blue Moon?. A super blue moon is actually two somewhat rare events...
VOTE: Better Limp Bizkit Album – ‘Significant Other’ vs. ‘Three Dollar Bill, Y’All’
Which is the better Limp Bizkit album - Significant Other or Three Dollar Bill, Y'All?. This week on Loudwire Nights, you get to have your say as this Limp Bizkit battle takes center stage in Chuck's Fight Club. Limp Bizkit got their start with 1997's Three Dollar Bill, Y'All, quickly...
Blink-182 Announce Sequel Album ‘One More Time…Part-2′ With Eight New Songs
Just under a year after the release of One More Time..., Blink-182 have announced a sequel album titled One More Time...Part-2, and it has eight brand new songs. In a post on social media, the band revealed the details for the new set of tracks and shared that one of them, titled "All in My Head," will be out this Friday (Aug. 23).
First Look at Spirit Halloween in WA 2024 [PHOTOS]
Around this time of year, when the summer days aren't nearly as warm as they are, you start to get a hint of that autumn air when you walk outside, you start to feel need need for pumpkin spice -- you know Halloween is just around the corner and with Halloween comes the tradition of pop-up Spirit Halloween stores.
Ex-Bad Wolves Singer Tommy Vext to Sub In for Veteran Band’s Tour
Former Bad Wolves frontman Tommy Vext has landed a new gig, taking on vocals for Ill Nino during the band's upcoming European tour. Though no explanation was offered, Ill Nino's current vocalist Marcos Leal will reportedly not be performing with the group on their upcoming dates, which begin Aug. 28 in Poznan, Poland. The shows will be part of the band's "25 Years of Latin Metal" tour. Dates currently run through Sept. 22 and ticketing can be found through the band's website.
Seize the Dining Deal with 50%-Off Certificates to C & S Coffeehouse Bistro in Terrace Heights
Our ever-popular Seize the Dining Deal continues on with a great one with the Terrace Heights Bistro at C&S Coffeehouse. C&S Coffeehouse and bistro in Terrace Heights had amazing drinks and wonderful sandwiches. You can take advantage of 50% savings on certificates this Friday morning at 6 a.m. First, let's...
The Best Fries in WA? 3 Locations Where You Can Try For Yourself
This scenic brewery has been named the best fries in Washington state. I would wager that this ongoing topic is subjective; what makes the best tasting fries to you might be disgusting to me!. It seems that one place in Washington State in particular has built up a great reputation...
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