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Dave Grohl Dons a Suit + Tie for Wimbledon + Internet Reacts
Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl took in some of the action at Wimbledon, but the internet had plenty of reaction to the singer's attire for the occasion. Grohl, most often seen in more comfortable clothing, was styling in a suit and tie, slicked back hair and glasses. The Wimbledon account...
TikToker Can’t Identify Celebrity at Airport; She Responds ‘It’s Me’
In the most 2024 thing that ever 2024ed, TikToker Richmond Staunton Keeling (@richmondkeeling) captured the moment when, while waiting parked at arrivals at the airport, he saw numerous people walking up to the woman standing in front of his vehicle and asking her for photos. Not knowing who this person...
Therapist Reveals What We Can Learn from Tool’s ‘Pneuma’
What can we learn about the Tool song "Pneuma" from a licensed therapist?. Taylor Palmby has become a YouTube sensation for her work with the HeartSupport organization, offering her analysis of certain heavy bands' music and videos and she's previously been featured on this site breaking down the works of Slipknot. But for this latest video, she's taken on the task of analyzing another of rock's revered bands, Tool. In fact, she's giving us some insight into the group's Fear Inoculum favorite, "Pneuma."
Robert Trujillo Explains What Made Cliff Burton + Jason Newsted Special
In a new interview, Robert Trujillo explained what made Metallica's previous bassists, the late Cliff Burton and Jason Newsted, special. Trujillo joined Metallica in early 2003 after the departure of Newsted two years prior. Thus, he's played on their last three releases — Death Magnetic (2008), Hardwired... To Self-Destruct (2016) and last year's 72 Seasons.
The Five Best Albums to Introduce You to Pirate Metal, Chosen by Visions of Atlantis’ Michele Guaitoli
Ahoy, matey! Here be the five best albums to introduce ye to pirate metal, as chosen by masters of the highs seas, Visions of Atlantis co-vocalist Michele Guaitoli. Pirate metal is a subgenre of metal that has a rather obvious theme. It's niche, but rich in what has to offer — the thrill of adventure, the allure of fantasy and, simply, fun!
This Massive Restaurant In Texas Seats 2,800 People
We've heard it many times before. Things are bigger in Texas. But what I've recently discovered takes "big" to a new level. Billed as the biggest restaurant in Texas, The Oasis on Lake Travis in Austin is a multi-tiered, half-inside/half-outside Tex-Mex dining experience. I bet you've never seen a place quite like this.
Ticketmaster Hacked – What Victims of Data Breach Should Know
Ticketmaster officially confirmed that their system has been hacked, so here's what victims of the recent data breach should know. Fans on social media shared screenshots of an email they received from the company alerting them of the "data security incident." The email contained various subheadings regarding what happened, what information was involved, what they've done about it and what fans should do.
Bring Me the Horizon Break Out Corpse Paint Look for Festival
Chameleonic rockers Bring Me the Horizon continue to keep it fresh, adopting a corpse paint look for their recent performance at the Tuska Festival in Finland over the weekend. Given that the band were performing in Finland, the home country of many extreme metal outfits, the corpse paint look seemed...
Possessing These 5 Unusual Items In Texas Is Illegal
They say everything's bigger in Texas. This might include the list of unusual items you're not allowed to own. The Lone Star State has its peculiar bans that might surprise you. Concealed wire cutters, for example, are a no-no to carry in Texas. The law firm Arnold & Itkin lists...
Serj Tankian Reveals What System of a Down Lyric ‘Sacred Silence + Sleep’ Means
As a guest on Soul Boom, the podcast hosted by actor Rainn Wilson (The Office), Serj Tankian explains the System of a Down lyric "sacred silence and sleep" means. The podcast is centered around life, meaning and spirituality, as well as "idiocy," as Wilson says in the show opener. Tankian,...
Why Fewer People are Buying Grills to Barbecue at Home
Not as many people are interested in buying a grill for their home according to a new report on a recent decline in sales. But that doesn't mean there are fewer people cooking on their patio this summer. Barbecue Industry Trends. A recent article published by CNN looked at trends...
See the Beauty of Oaxaca at a Fun Fundraising Event in Abilene
First, let me share the way to say "Oaxaca" as it is pronounced: "wah-HAH-kah." This is a beautiful state in Mexico that should be on your bucket list. However, you will not need to travel to Mexico to experience its beauty, culture, landscape, and the home of Festival Guelaguetza in July, and Dia de los Muertos in October.
Thrash Legends Name-Checked in New Stephen King Book (Again!)
Thrash legends Anthrax were name-checked in a new Stephen King book, and it's not the first time the iconic author has referenced them in his works. According to a social media post by Scott Ian, Anthrax are mentioned in a new collection of short stories the author released in May under the title You Like It Darker. The story that contains the band reference is titled "Finn."
Better Bar Song – Metallica’s ‘Whiskey in the Jar’ vs. AC/DC’s ‘Have a Drink on Me’ – Chuck’s Fight Club
It's time to raise a toast, but will you do so to Metallica's "Whiskey in the Jar" or AC/DC's "Have a Drink on Me"? That's right, we've got two great bar songs and you have to pick one to toast to as part of Chuck's Fight Club on Loudwire Nights this week.
When Kids Tear Up the Mosh Pit
You have to love it when you see the experience of the mosh pit being passed down to kids of a younger generation. It's all the more special when the more experienced moshers look out for the youngsters. In this Loud List compilation, we showcase some of the wonderful communal and generational spirit of moshing with some touching moments for those who enjoy bumping into others at shows.
Lies the Internet Told About KISS
We're here to debunk some lies the internet told about KISS. If you've ever seen our Wikipedia: Fact or Fiction? series on YouTube, then you know how many things written on the internet about different musical artists tend to be false — especially because anyone can edit a Wikipedia page.
Gentlemen Settle Dispute by Swinging Skateboards in Texas
Texas Showdown: Skateboards Become Unlikely Weapons in Heated Dispute. The video at the bottom of this article was recorded in Seguin, Texas, a small city just east of San Antonio. We will be breaking down this cinematic masterpiece without any context whatsoever. Lets Get Ready to Rumble. The video opens...
Ugly Lawsuit Filed Against Dallas Cowboys QB Has Been Dismissed
The Dallas Cowboys QB And Former NFL Man Of The Year Was Facing A Very Ugly Situation In Court. Dak Prescott has been known as one of the few athletes that stay out of legal trouble throughout his career but he recently had to deal with a headline grabbing sexual assault case the Pro-Bowler vehemently denied.
McDonald’s Says These Menu Items Are Going Away and Never Coming Back
We regret to inform you may never see some of your McDonald's favorites again. The fast food chain recently revealed it has no plans to bring back some of its previous menu items. Why McDonald's Is Dropping Menu Items?. McDonald's a fairly predictable menu no matter what location you stop...
‘Punky Brewster’ Actress Shares Heartfelt Tribute to Ex-Boyfriend Shifty Shellshock
Actress Soleil Moon Frye, best known as the titular child star of TV's Punky Brewster, has posted a touching tribute to late Crazy Town singer, Shifty Shellshock, who died last week at the age of 49. The pair reportedly dated for a year between 2021 and 2022. The actress said...
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