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Did Slaughter to Prevail Set a World Record For Biggest Wall of Death?
Did Slaughter to Prevail set the world record for the biggest "wall of death" ever?. That was the goal earlier this week leading up to the deathcore band's Thursday appearance at France's Hellfest. The Russian group promoted their lofty goal earlier in the week, rallying fans "to be a part of history."
Texans Are Tired Of Tipping
It's time to talk tipping in Texas because people are getting really tired of this huge tipping push lately! According to a fresh survey by Bankrate, a whopping 59% of Americans have a negative view on tipping, which is a significant drop from last year's 66%. Many folks feel businesses should pay employees better instead of relying on tips. Plus, those annoying pre-entered tip screens at your favorite coffee shop or food truck? Yeah, 34% of people can't stand them, and about 25% tip less when they pop up.
Every Rock + Metal Album That Went No. 1 in the ’90s
Here's a list of every rock and metal album that went No. 1 in the '90s. The decade saw a lot of change in heavy music, from the fizzling out of '80s hair metal and the rise of alternative rock and grunge, all the way to the nu-metal explosion near the end of the millennium.
A List of The 5 Most Stolen Vehicles In Texas!
We all know someone, that one person who always forgets to lock their vehicle. You may ask them OMG what is your deal? You're just asking for your car to get broken into! Then there are those of us that are so careful to check and double-check that our cars are locked before we go to bed at night.
The Tentative Song Titles from Soundgarden’s Unreleased Album With Chris Cornell
Here are the tentative song titles from Soundgarden's unreleased album, which they were working on before Chris Cornell's death in May of 2017. Cornell's widow, Vicky Cornell, initiated a legal battle in late 2019 when she filed a lawsuit against the remaining members of Soundgarden — Kim Thayil, Matt Cameron and Ben Shepherd — alleging that the tracks Cornell had been working on prior to his death were property of the singer only, and thus the property of his estate.
Discover The Hidden Oasis Of Wadley Barron Park In Midland
Ummmm I'm sorry, where have you been my whole life? Literally I have lived in this area my entire life and not too long ago realized that there is an area in Midland that if you stand in just the right spot, you wouldn't even know you were in Midland! I mean the picture I took speaks for itself.
There’s a Shrek Uber Surprising Tipsy Late-Night Riders
Anything that happens beyond 2 a.m. can seem like a fever dream after a late night of drinking at the bar. One rather unique Uber vehicle has some passengers questioning not how they got home, but WHAT exactly drove them there. How To Find The Shrek Uber. Most of my...
Check Out 6 Big Time Celebs From Small Town Texas
Good ol' Texas, known for its vast prairie land and bustling cities, has also been a breeding ground for some pretty remarkable talent. The Lone Star State's small towns and communities have produced several famous figures who have gone on to do some incredible things in the entertainment world. Only...
Pearl Jam Issue Statement on London Stadium Show Cancelation
Pearl Jam have issued a statement regarding the cancelation of their stadium show in London tomorrow (June 29). The grunge legends are in the midst of a world tour in support of their new album, Dark Matter. Pearl Jam wrapped the North American leg in late May and, at the...
Have You Driven Down The Most Haunted Road In Texas?
Tucked away in the Lone Star State is a stretch of road rumored to be the most haunted in Texas. This spooky site is none other than Bragg Road, also known as the Ghost Road of Hardin County. According to an article from The Detour Effect, this unpaved path has...
The Three Guitar Riffs Tom Morello Wishes He Wrote
Is a guitar legend, but there are still some riffs he wishes he wrote. Speaking with Guitar Interactive Magazine at Download Festival earlier this month, Morello was able to name three iconic riffs he wishes he wrote immediately off the top of his head. "Let's go with 'The Ocean' by...
How Many Speeding Tickets Sammy Hagar Got Before + After Writing ‘I Can’t Drive 55′
How many speeding tickets did Sammy Hagar get before and after writing "I Can't Drive 55"?. The difference in the totals is almost unbelievable, mainly because Hagar had racked up nearly three dozen such offenses before writing the 1984 single, which was bolstered by a music video that was in heavy rotation on TV.
The 13 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week (June 21-27, 2024)
Here are the 13 new rock and metal tours that were announced this past week (June 21-27), as well as some updates on festival lineups and other special events. Each week, Loudwire recaps the latest wave of tours, making it easier for you to keep up with all of the bands that will be hitting the road later this year and even in early 2025.
Geoff Tate Addresses Idea of Reuniting With Queensryche – ‘We Did Great Things’
We are living in the golden age of reunions and one high-profile one would certainly be the return of Geoff Tate in Queensryche. In a new interview, the singer addresses the likelihood of those chances and reflects on what the band was able to accomplish together before a messy 2012 split.
Billy Bob’s Texas is Rocking Fort Worth with Top Live Music in 2024!
While most would like to believe that "Billy Bob's" in Fort Worth is solely a major country music honky-tonk venue, think again, my friend! Billy Bob's brings in both the old and the new every year, catering to rockers of all ages. This year is no different. Look who is...
Interview: Scott Stevens Walks Through the Exies’ New EP, ‘Closure,’ Track-by-Track
The night before the Exies released their new EP, Closure, frontman Scott Stevens walked the Loudwire Nights audience through it, track-by-track. "These are six songs that all have meaning to them," Stevens told host Chuck Armstrong on Thursday night (June 27). "It's just crazy. I mean, I'm talking to the guys [in the band] and everybody's just kind of scratching their head a little bit. How did we get here?"
10 Restaurants Every Texan Should Try
I think most of us look for famous eateries when traveling. If a town has a famous restaurant, most of us are most likely to stop and try it out. I also think that deep down inside each one of us is some kind of foodie. If you are like me, I like to try to take in the cuisine of the area that I am in. I want to experience their culture.
Your Vote May Not Be Private Anymore in Texas
Whether you go to cast your vote for the upcoming general election in Killeen, Texas, or somewhere else across the Lone Star State, one of the principles of the American election process is that all citizens that are registered are allowed to cast their vote freely and anonymously, or so we all believed.
Ascension To No Longer Offer Healthcare Plans To Texas In 2025
Ascension, a major provider of health care, it set to no longer to provide healthcare plans to residents in Texas. Here's what is known at time of writing. Ascension No Longer Offering Plans In 2025 For Texas Residents. As reported by KUT News, Ascension recently alerted those in Texas their...
3 Texas Bakeries Are Now Best In America
You have probably heard me joke before about how I am not a steak and potatoes Texas guy, but rather a bread and potatoes man because who does not love carbs and plenty of starch? Honestly, there is not a greater scent in the world than an early morning venture into a bakery as the freshly finished loaves are being pulled, and the oven is still hot with the next batch of balled up goodness.
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