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Squeeze Sets Summer 2024 Dates For U.S. Return
Squeeze's Summer 2024 North American Tour will kick off in August in Oregon, marking their first stateside dates since concluding last year's run with the Psychedelic Furs. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 3, 2024, at 10 a.m. local time. Boy George of Culture Club will switch out as headliners on select stops. A complete list of announced venues and cities is below.
Joe Satriani and Steve Vai Have ‘Crazy Ideas’ for Upcoming Album: Interview
It only took Joe Satriani and Steve Vai five decades to hit the studio together, but the guitar virtuosos are making up for lost time. They recently released "The Sea of Emotion, Pt. 1" and are prepping a full collaborative album. Although fans may have to wait a bit before that record materializes, there's been plenty happening in the meantime. The pair first reunited earlier this year with fellow six-string wizard Eric Johnson to revisit the initial G3 outing that saw the trio team up in 1996. The ongoing Satch / Vai tour quickly followed.
Walmart Abandons Key Service That Could Leave Some Customers Scrambling
Walmart is ready to shutdown a service offered in at least six states after reports showed a lack of profit. Walmart stores of all sizes are just about everywhere across the U.S. In a 2023 report, the company touted that 90 percent of the population lives within 10 miles of a Walmart.
John Wetton’s Widow Responds to Fan Complaints Over Reformed Asia
John Wetton's widow has fired back at fans with complaints about Asia's newly rebuilt lineup. Co-founder Geoff Downes introduced the new members in advance of a multi-act summer tour. Wetton died in 2017, while original guitarist Steve Howe and drummer Carl Palmer are busy with other projects. "It would be...
Have You Seen This Iowa Man Visiting Every Pizza Ranch?
One Iowa man named Jason Halkias is on a journey only pizza lovers can imagine. Jason is on a mission to visit every Pizza Ranch in the nation. He just marked his 150th visit to a Pizza Ranch in Sioux Falls, South Dakota!. Jason Halkias went to see the West...
Kepler’s 9th Inning RBI Single Gives Minnesota Twins Win 8th Straight Over White Sox
Carlos Santana belted his fourth home run of the season on a two-run shot in the 2nd inning to get the night started in Chicago where the Minnesota Twins riding a seven-game winning streak would tie the game. There would be empty frames until the 9th inning when Byron Buxton...
Road Dogs: Rock’s 40 Longest Active Touring Streaks
Anyone who underestimates the work ethic of rock stars needs to look at our list of the 40 Longest Active Touring Streaks. Each of the artists highlighted has spent decades on the road, delivering their music to audiences of fans around the world. Maintaining a streak of annual performances isn’t...
Have You Seen All Of Minnesota’s License Plate Options? [GALLERY]
The State of Minnesota has rolled out several new license plate options for 2024. Most of the plates became available on January 1st, including a very popular blackout plate similar to the one seen in Iowa. Here is a look at all the new options for customizing your ride this...
30 Rockers Who Toured in 1984 and Are Touring Again in 2024
It's been a long time since rock and roll was a young person's game. If you need proof check out this list of famous musicians who were on tour way back in 1984, and are still out there doing their thing 40 years later in 2024. In most cases we've also got live video footage from the 1984 shows.
How Have the Rolling Stones’ Set Lists Changed Over 60 Years?
The Rolling Stones will kick off their ’24 Hackney Diamonds tour on Sunday at Houston’s NRG Stadium, extending their reign as classic rock’s biggest touring juggernaut. In their 60-plus-year career, the Stones have played more than 2,100 concerts and remained one of the most coveted live acts in the business. They’ve sold hundreds of millions of records and racked up dozens of hits over the past six decades. Couple that with a new album, last year’s Hackney Diamonds, and it’s anyone’s guess what the Stones will play on their new trek.
‘Fall Guy’ Film Will Be Powered by Classic Rock Favorites
Ryan Gosling's upcoming Fall Guy film is apparently going to feature a jukebox of classic rock songs. Preview material has already included AC/DC, Journey, Bon Jovi, Phil Collins and now Kiss. In the movie, Gosling revives stuntman Colt Seavers from '80s-era TV show opposite fellow Oscar nominee Emily Blunt, who...
Ozzy Osbourne Says Motorhead ‘Should Definitely Be In’ Rock Hall
As Ozzy Osbourne basks in the glow of being selected for a second induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, he’s throwing his support behind another long-overlooked act. “Motorhead have to be [inducted],” he tells Rolling Stone. “They should definitely be in.”. Osbourne then proceeded...
Listen to Richie Sambora’s First Solo Single in 11 Years ‘I Pray’
Richie Sambora has released “I Pray,” his first solo single in 11 years. The tune opens with a chugging synth line and propulsive backbeat. As the vocals begin, the former Bon Jovi guitarist is pondering daily life’s challenges. “It’s called life / Yeah, I’m feeling full of holes / All my yeses turned to nos / You can see right through me” Sambora sings on the opening lines, his voice full of power and emotion. The rocker then notes how life can feel like a “cruel, cruel joke” for everyone, “no matter what god you’re talking to.”
Watch Unseen Film of Rolling Stones on ‘Glimmer Twins’ Vacation
Producers of an upcoming documentary about '60s muse Anita Pallenberg released previously unseen film of the actress and model on vacation with the Rolling Stones' Mick Jagger and Keith Richards in 1967. The ocean cruise is notable for including the moment Jagger came up with the title "Glimmer Twins" for...
Sammy Hagar Recalls ‘Brutal’ Van Halen Tour With Broken Tailbone
Sammy Hagar says he sustained a “brutal” injury on the opening night of a Van Halen tour, leading to weeks of agony because the shows had to go on. It was the first of 28 performances under the Monsters of Rock banner in 1988, with Metallica, Scorpions, Dokken and Kingdom Come along for the ride. Hagar admitted that he wasn’t yet familiar with the brand-new stage arrangement.
Rolling Stones Announce Openers for ’24 Hackney Diamonds Tour
The Rolling Stones have announced the opening acts for their '24 Hackney Diamonds tour, which kicks off in Houston on April 28. The band will play more than 20 shows across the U.S. through July 17. Most dates will feature exclusive opening acts, though a few artists will perform at more than one concert on the tour.
South Dakota State’s Will Kyle III Announces Transfer Destination
William Kyle III has been a dominant presence for the SDSU Men's Basketball program over the past few seasons, and recently opted to enter the transfer portal. On Wednesday, he found his way out of the portal, and announced the new program he'd be continuing his college career with. Kyle...
Stunning! One Of Minnesota’s Largest Tulip Gardens Is Coming Into Full Bloom
One of the most vibrant signs of spring in Minnesota is tulips blooming in gardens across the state. Growing up, I can remember the beautiful multi-colored perennials bursting open in the flower beds along the edge of my childhood home in Central Minnesota being one of my favorite signs of the season.
Where Can You Find Minnesota’s Biggest Tree? The Answer May Surprise You
Minnesota may be the Land of Ten Thousand Lakes, but it's also home to some of the most trees in the United States. According to the National Forest Service, there are over 125 million trees spread out throughout the state. If you're taking a stroll through a Minnesota forest, you're...
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