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Dream Theater Unveil 2025 North American 40th Anniversary Tour Dates
Dream Theater have just announced the North American leg of their 40th anniversary tour, set for 2025. It's their first trek through the U.S. and Canada with drummer Mike Portnoy since 2010. In fall 2023, the progressive metal legends announced the return of their co-founding drummer, alongside plans to work...
Refused Announce 2025 Farewell Tour Dates, Tribute Album + More
The members of Refused have announced their plans to call it a career, but not without a farewell run of tour dates and a celebration of their most beloved album, The Shape of Punk to Come. Drummer David Sandstrom revealed that the group had initially planned to announce their farewell...
Here’s 5 Strange World Records That Put the Lone Star on the Map
Everything's bigger in Texas, and the Guinness World Records set by Texans are no exception. From amazing feats of strength to quirky talents that'll make you grin, the Lone Star State has made the record books in unique and unforgettable ways. KXAN in Austin has an article that got me...
Check Out This Traffic Stop By Texas DPS Leading to Big Drug Bust
DPS Traffic Stop Leads to Major Drug Seizure in Carson County. In a significant drug bust, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) seized over 16 pounds of suspected cocaine and nearly two pounds of suspected fentanyl during a routine traffic stop in Carson County. The incident occurred this past Friday, September 6, around 5:00 p.m., when a DPS Trooper pulled over a 2025 Chevrolet Malibu traveling east on I-40 near Conway for a routine traffic violation.
Superstitions Texans Believe From Bad Luck Friday the 13th & More
Exploring Generational Superstitions In All Texas Cultures. I grew up in and around a robust Latin culture. My mother's family migrated to the United States in the late 1890s, so they brought with them many of their culture's beliefs as well. Many of those beliefs were what a lot of us know today as, "superstitions," many of which were rooted in their culture and or faith.
Items Sitting in Your Texas House Worth Lots of Money
While I can’t say for certain, I would say that almost every home in Texas has some clutter and things laying around that have been there for a while. These items have probably been in our homes for years, likely collecting dust at this point but they are things we have owned for a while and don’t feel like throwing away quite yet. But you might not realize some of these items could really be worth lots of money.
10 Unforgettable Tool Moments
In this week's Loud List, we present you with 10 unforgettable Tool moments. Last week's video compilation featured some of the most memorable moments of Linkin Park's career in honor of their reunion, but this week's is all about one of the most beloved metal bands to come out of the '90s rock scene — Tool.
How a Stray Dog Became A Texas Town’s Viral Pursuit
In Port Lavaca, Texas, a stray dog named Cheeto has become an unlikely local celebrity. Known for his distinctive Cheeto container helmet and astonishing speed, Cheeto has captivated the hearts of this small community. STRAY DOG CREATES CONCERN THROUGHOUT RURAL TOWN. The curious case of Cheeto began when a stray...
50 Biggest Sports Stadiums in the U.S. You Have to Visit at Least Once
You can have the largest TV in your neighborhood and a fridge full of snacks, but it will never top seeing a game at one of these stadiums. We looked at every sports stadium in the U.S. to find out which ones pack in the most people. The results might be rather surprising to someone who doesn't follow college sports.
James Earl Jones, Beloved ‘Star Wars’ and ‘Lion King’ Star, Dies at 93
One of the towering presences in movies, television, and theater — not to mention one of the most distinctive voices of the 20th century — has died. James Earl Jones passed away on Monday morning at his home in New York. He was 93 years old. His death was confirmed by Deadline. They did not list a cause of death.
VOTE: Better 21st Century Frontman – Corey Taylor vs. Maynard James Keenan
Who is the 21st Century's best frontman - Corey Taylor or Maynard James Keenan? Both have had success across multiple projects since the start of 2001. This is the debate for this week's Chuck's Fight Club on Loudwire Nights. It's hard to argue that there's been anymore more prolific since...
The Darkness Get Taylor Swift Viral Moment at U.S. Open, Justin Hawkins Responds
The Darkness are having a moment thanks to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce showcasing their love of the band's hit 2003 single "I Believe in a Thing Called Love" while attending the U.S. Open tennis tournament over the weekend. Swift and Kelce attended the tennis tournament in New York when...
Unspoken Rules For Driving in West Texas
West Texas is unique in many ways. If you have been in the area long enough to experience a West Texas sunset, then you know the beauty is unmatched. The land is flat here so you can see a stretch of road as far as the eye can see. Another unique experience is driving in the Permian Basin and surrounding areas.
Here’s How You Could Win Tickets to the Southern Drag Boat Races Spring Creek Finals
It's off to the races at Spring Creek Marina in San Angelo, Texas Sep. 27-29, and we want you to be there. Here's how you could score free passes. Win Tickets to the Southern Drag Boat Races Spring Creek Finals. We've got general admission and VIP passes to give away.
The Most Haunted WalMart In America is in Texas And It Has A Chilling History
Galveston is one of the top tourist destinations in Texas. If you've ever been to Galveston, you know there is a lot to do and see. And like many other Texas cities, there is a lot of history to explore as well. And there is one spot in Galveston that...
Silent Planet Singer Slams Ronnie Radke Over Social Media Posts, Singer Fires Back
Silent Planet singer Garrett Russell slammed Falling in Reverse's Ronnie Radke on social media recently over some of the frontman's posts, and an exchange has since ensued between the two. The dialogue started after an individual wrote a post on X that reads, "Ronnie Radke has so many twitter users'...
Interview: Page Hamilton Says Helmet Knew They Were Making Unique Music in Their Early Days
When Page Hamilton joined Loudwire Nights as the show's special guest (Sept. 5), he spent a lot of time reflecting on the early days of Helmet's career. He was quick to agree with host Chuck Armstrong that in those days, Helmet were starting to make music that they hadn't really heard before.
5 Famous People Born in Midland/Odessa Texas!!!
Being from West Texas you feel like you are in a bubble. To understand how it is out here you would have to spend a good amount of time out here. With that being said everything and everyone is at a constant movement out here. Being that there is so much in and out traffic out here, the locals may get lost in translation.
State Fair of Texas Greeter Big Tex Was Once an East Texas Santa
Fair season is under way across East Texas and across the state. One fair that many are looking forward to attending is the State Fair of Texas in Dallas. There will be the usual rides and games and food. There will be the big game between Texas and Oklahoma in the Cotton Bowl. We will also be greeted by Big Tex with his signature "Howdy y'all." What's cool about Big Tex is that his start begin in East Texas and he wasn't a cowboy.
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