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Patrick Carney Says the Black Keys ‘Got F—ed’
Patrick Carney of the Black Keys says his band "got fucked," a reference to the recent news that their North American tour was canceled and they split from their management. Carney, who has not made a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, in close to a year, posted a message about the circumstances: "We got fucked. I'll let you all know how so it doesn't happen to you. Stay tuned."
How Pearl Jam Ripped Off John Paul Jones for ‘Better Man’
A lot of pieces had to fall into place for Pearl Jam to release their classic track “Better Man.”. In a recent conversation with Rick Beato, producer Brendan O’Brien detailed how the song came together. “I made a comment early on… really the first day on the job,”...
Duff McKagan Still Insists ‘Simpsons’ Beer Was Named After Him
Duff McKagan continues to insist that he inspired The Simpsons’ Duff Beer. “So I was Duff, the King of Beers,” the Guns N’ Roses bassist explained to Stereogum. “But this is 1988, 1989 and our management, I remember they called me and said some arthouse-like cartoon wants to use your name as the beer, like a college arthouse cartoon. There weren’t any adult cartoons at this point.”
Top 20 Hard Rock and Metal Albums of 1989
Staring down the barrel of a new decade, many rockers found themselves at a crossroads in 1989: They could continue making the type of music that launched them to stardom, or they could stay ahead of the curve and adapt to the changing tides. As our list of Top 20...
Timeless South Dakota Spot Voted ‘Best Date Night’ Restaurant
There's always something special about date nights no matter if you have been dating someone for just a month or for years. Date nights are opportunities to grow closer to your partner and to simply enjoy each other. There are numerous date night restaurants around the Sioux Empire. But what...
Alanis Morissette and Joan Jett Launch Tour: Set List, Video
Alanis Morissette launched her Triple Moon Tour on Sunday night in Phoenix, with Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, plus Morgan Wade as support. Both Morissette and Jett performed several of their best-known numbers: "Hand in Pocket," "Head Over Feet" and "You Oughta Know" for Morissette, plus "Cherry Bomb," I Love Rock 'n' Roll" and "Bad Reputation" from Jett.
One Of Oldest Restaurants In World Is In This Small Iowa Town!
One of the world's oldest bar and restaurants is in this Iowa town with under 100 residents. Breitbach's Country Dining and bar has been located in Balltown, Iowa for over 150 years. Balltown is a small town with a population of 79 located just north of Dubuque, Iowa in the...
Bon Jovi Plays Surprise Nashville Club Show: Video, Set List
Bon Jovi played a surprise five-song set in Nashville on Friday, June 7. The intimate performance celebrated the grand opening of JBJ’s, the new rooftop bar and restaurant owned by Jon Bon Jovi. It also came on the day Bon Jovi released their sixteenth studio album, Forever. The show...
Loons Keep Coming Back To This Man-Made Minnesota Nest 20 Years Later
Do you remember Larry Backlund? You may not remember him by name, but if you love watching loons you might remember him from the loon cam. Larry said he didn't have a clue what he was doing when he built the nest many years ago, but loons were kind enough to actually come and use it, and it started a craze for loons lovers everywhere.
Watch New Vikings Players Get Hilariously Confused About Minnesota Slang
We have some unique slang here in Minnesota and it's always funny to see people struggle to figure out what in the world we're saying. Some people who had this experience recently are some new players for the Minnesota Vikings. Top Minnesota Slang. There are quite a few words and...
These Are The 8 Deadliest Animals In All Of Minnesota!
Along with all of the beauty that Minnesota has to offer you do have to be careful and aware that there are things in nature that can hurt or even kill you. Minnesota has amazing towns, wonderful lakes, beautiful hiking and biking trails, and lots of resorts and camping options.
Duff McKagan’s Abandoned 1999 Solo LP Left Him ‘F—ing Pissed’
Duff McKagan admits he was “fucking pissed” when his record label forced him to abandon his 1999 solo album. The LP, titled Beautiful Disease, would have been McKagan’s second solo effort. The entire thing was recorded and ready to hit store shelves, but a massive merger put the kibosh on those plans.
Here’s What Roger Daltrey Is ‘F—ing Sick’ of Other Artists Doing
The Who’s Roger Daltrey has spotted a trend among most major artists, and he doesn’t like it one bit. During a recent conversation with Billboard, the legendary rocker condemned acts who publicly share their set lists. “Too many people reveal songs,” Daltrey declared. “There’s no surprises left with...
Rock Pseudonyms: 16 Stars Who Also Worked Under Fictional Names
There's a number of reasons why an artist might choose to work under a pseudonym. For one thing, it's a relatively simple way to avoid contractual or legal conflicts, as well as drama between competing record labels. Elton John, for example, used the pseudonym Rockaday Johnnie for his contributions to one of Jackson Browne's songs, "Redneck Friend," because at that point, he didn't yet have a permit to work in America.
Niko Moon to Play The District in Sioux Falls
Just announced Niko Moon is coming back to Sioux Falls! When Niko Moon shows up, you know that a party is coming close behind! See Nico Moon with his 'These Are The Days-The Tour Friday, October 25th at The District in Sioux Falls. Joining Moon is special Guest Sophia Scott.
How Minnesota Almost Started A Nuclear Armageddon
It's pretty scary to think about how close we've been to the end of civilization. It's happened multiple times during the Cold War. Some were false alarms, human error, and even UFOs (yes there are stories about that, too). Minnesota actually had missile silos during the Cold War. The Minuteman...
Pete Townshend Feels Like a Substitute in the Who
Pete Townshend is feeling more like a substitute musician in the Who these days. "It’s a group of musicians that Roger [Daltrey] has chosen," the guitarist told Mojo in May [via rockcelebrities.net]. "I have not chosen any of the musicians I tour with – not even [drummer] Zak [Starkey]. When Roger brings me onstage I am filling the shoes of a guy called Frank Simes, who Roger tours with solo, and who is a guitar player and musical director."
Watch the Rolling Stones Add Two More Tour Debuts in Atlanta
The Rolling Stones tour debuts at their show in Atlanta, Georgia on Friday night, both from the 1972 album Exile on Main St. Mick Jagger and company chose "Sweet Virginia" from the shortlist of fan-chosen options, which this time included "Rocks Off," "Wild Horses" and "Let It Bleed." Later, after Keith Richards' usual stint on lead vocals for "Tell Me Straight" and "Little T&A," the guitarist stayed at the mic for the night's second debut, "Happy."
Jon Bon Jovi Confirms He Can’t Tour in Support of New Album
Bon Jovi recently released a new album, Forever, but it's unlikely the band will tour in support of it on account of Jon Bon Jovi's ongoing vocal recovery. Back in 2022, the singer underwent a procedure called vocal cord medialization to help his voice regain proper function, but the healing process has been slow.
Wanna Propose at Target Field? Here’s What It’ll Cost You
Ballpark proposals: groan. Sure, it's sweet if you two bonded over a mutual love of baseball (if it's a mutual love of the Twins then you're both masochists...romance!). Risking humiliation in front of thousands of people who are definitely not there to see you (but will absolutely cheer if she slaps you and walks away...humans are trash) can be romantic...and spendy.
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