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Popular Texas Steakhouse Now Has Zero Locations Left In Texas
Imagine being a popular nationwide steakhouse that is headquartered right here in the beef state of Texas, and yet your empire does not include a single one of your own restaurant chains anywhere within the massively wide borders of our quarter of a million square miles of Lone Star State. On paper the equation of a steak focused restaurant with their home office in the Dallas and Fort Worth metro should have new walls going up more frequently than you find a Starbucks in the state of Washington.
Nine Inch Nails Just Launched the Most Overdue Merch Collab
Move over Korn and Adidas, Nine Inch Nails have just announced the most overdue merch collab, teaming with Dr. Martens on a new line of merch. What Does Dr. Martens and Nine Inch Nails Have Planned?. According to a new video tease shared on Dr. Martens website and socials, the...
Queen’s Brian May Recalls Freddie Mercury’s Attitude Before His Death
Queen's Brian May recalled Freddie Mercury's attitude right before his death during a new conversation with Sammy Hagar for AXS TV. During a clip shared on YouTube, May spoke about Queen's decision to break up the band after the frontman's death in 1991. "We'd always said, 'If one of us...
Kerry King Reveals Biggest Regret Over Beastie Boys ‘No Sleep Till Brooklyn’ Collab
Slayer guitarist Kerry King has shared his biggest regret when it comes to having made a cameo on the Beastie Boys' hit single and video for "No Sleep Till Brooklyn." The song appeared on the Beasties' breakout Licensed to Ill album, with the video becoming a popular clip on MTV with King even making a guest turn there to play his solo.
The 10 Best Emo-Prog Bands of All Time
Here are the 10 best emo-prog bands of all time. By now, just about every kind of music that can exist does exist; from jazz rap and Witch house to crunkcore and Simpsonwave, it’s all been done to some extent. It should come as no surprise, then, that dozens of acts have merged emo and progressive rock over the last 25 years.
Testament’s Chuck Billy Has Spoken to Jamey Jasta About Collaborating on Solo Album
Though Testament just released remastered versions of their first two albums and are working on a new record, singer Chuck Billy has reiterated his desire to do a solo album at some point, and he's actually spoken to a hardcore icon about the possibility of collaborating or producing. Billy told...
Tony Hawk Tells Keanu Reeves Who His Favorite Band Is
Tony Hawk has finally revealed his favorite band of all time and they never even made it onto the soundtrack of one of his video games. The music from a series of video games bearing the name of the legendary skateboarder also served as sort of a daily soundtrack for those who spent countless hours trying to land complicated tricks.
Everything We Know About Donald Trump Rally Shooting Victims
Two people are reportedly dead and another person critically injured after the apparent shooting at the Donald Trump campaign rally. The horrific shooting took place at 6:13 PM on Saturday (July 13) while Trump was campaigning in Butler, Pennsylvania. According to new reports, the alleged shooter was killed in addition to at least one attendee in the crowd.
Donald Trump Bloodied During Rally Shooting: REPORT
Former President Donald Trump was left bloodied during a campaign rally during an apparent shooting. On Saturday (July 13) at 6:13 PM, at least seven popping noises reverberated at the campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Secret Service agents were seen tackling and covering Trump who was at his podium speaking when the popping noises took place and he immediately grabbed his ear almost instantaneously after the popping sounds were made. Trump was photographed bloodied on his ear, cheek and teeth.
Can You Legally Bury a Dog in Your Backyard in Texas?
As many know, losing a pet is like saying goodbye to a family member, and many folks think about burying their furry friend in the backyard as a way to keep them close by. If you're living in Texas and wondering if it's okay to do this, let's talk about what the rules say in simple terms.
Do You Know These 10 Famous Abilene Christian University Alumni?
Many reasons attract folks to Abilene. Jobs, Dyess Air Force Base, the people, the nightlife, I could go on and on. Abilene keeps growing. New businesses and stores, even new districts in town. But what about the universities in Abilene? Are they a draw to this area? You better believe...
Really, Haunted Buildings in Abilene: Which Ones Are They?
Abilene's Haunted Landmarks: Discover the Spooky Secrets!. Many of us know the eerie tales of Fort Phantom Hill near Abilene, haunted by Native American soldiers who once guarded the Clear Fork of the Brazos. For the record, I do not believe in ghosts, but did you know that many of Abilene's historic landmarks are believed to be haunted?
Update on the Killing Fields of Texas: A Man Was Wrongly Accused
The Lone Star State has produced some of the most notorious serial killers in American history. Among the many horrific crimes, the Texas Killing Fields stand out for their grim notoriety. This article delves into the lives and crimes of infamous individuals linked to this macabre location, shedding light on a dark chapter of Texas history.
Tim Montana Says He Felt Like an Alien in Country Music + Can’t Wait For Fans to Hear His Rock Album, ‘Savage’
Ever since the first time Tim Montana was a special guest on Loudwire Nights, he was crystal clear on his love for rock and roll. Yes, he cut his teeth in the country world in Nashville for a decade and grew as a songwriter in ways he could have never imagined, but at the root of everything he did was always a burning love for rock.
Beware of Riding in Truck Beds in the Big Country: It’s the Law
In West Texas, riding in the back of a pickup truck may seem like a fun idea, but it's important to know that it's illegal and carries strict penalties. Texas law mandates that all passengers inside a vehicle, regardless of age, must be properly restrained by a seatbelt or an appropriate car seat. Specifically, passengers aged 17 and under are prohibited from riding in an open pickup truck bed, an open flatbed truck, or an open flatbed trailer.
Eminem Settles Beef With Limp Bizkit + MGK in New Song ‘Guilty Conscience 2′
Eminem settled his beef with Limp Bizkit and mgk in the new song "Guilty Conscience 2," which appears on his brand new album The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce). The record just came out today (July 12), and is apparently supposed to mark the metaphorical death of his alter ego Slim Shady. He initially released a song titled "Guilty Conscience" back on his 1999 second album The Slim Shady LP, and now, he has a "Guilty Conscience 2."
Beware These Poisonous Plants Are Growing Here in the Big Country
About three weeks ago and after that three-day-rain, I noticed my yard that is 2½ acres full of new weeds. Many had cute little flowers on them in every color in the rainbow. What a beautiful blanket of color in my yard, I thought to myself. As I tried...
How an Industrial Legend Wound Up on the Artwork for a Nirvana Single
Former Fear Factory vocalist Burton C. Bell has not one, but two ties to Nirvana history. As some fans already know, Bell was one of the kids in the chaotic pep rally for the "Smells Like Teen Spirt" video. However, the industrial legend reveals a second tie to Nirvana that even precedes that breakout moment for the Kurt Cobain-led group. He's on the artwork for the 7" single of "Sliver" / "Dive."
Texas State Inspection for Your Car is OVER as of 2025
Soon, people in Longview and Tyler, Texas, will no longer be required to get an annual state inspection on their non-commercial vehicles. You may be excited to hear that in 2025, you will no longer be required to have your non-commercial car or truck inspected every year. However, that doesn't mean you won't still have to pay a fee. But still, it does save us all a bit of time.
Is Nu-Metalcore a Thing Now? New Band Uncured Are Making It One
It looks like we can add nu-metalcore to the long, long list of metal subgenres as New Jersey's Uncured are the self-professed purveyors of this hybrid style. Sure, we've heard of nu-core before, but Uncured are here to contend they have a completely new take on a complementary blend of heaviness.
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