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Top 35 Harmonica Songs
Where would rock 'n' roll music be without the harmonica?. An incredibly versatile instrument, the harmonica has appeared across the history of rock music, from folk to R&B to blues. You've got Bob Dylan, for example, who arrived on the folk scene in the '60s with a harp strapped around...
Is It Legal To Top-Slice Your Hot Dog Bun?
Grill your sausage, put it in a bun, slather with mustard, and viola. You've made a hot dog. Whoa, rewind to the part of the bun. Did it go in sideways, or did it drop down through the top?. Those bread-holders have been discussed by historians for generations as some...
Michael Anthony Watched Ozzy Osbourne Light Bill Ward on Fire
Michael Anthony has detailed a memorable – and bizarre – early touring experience, when he watched Ozzy Osbourne light his Black Sabbath bandmate Bill Ward on fire. It was 1978 when Van Halen, then one of rock’s fastest rising acts, was touring with Black Sabbath. “We had the best time opening up for Black Sabbath,” Anthony recalled during a recent conversation with Sirius XM’s Eddie Trunk. “We came out like gangbusters every night.”
Crafty Dad Makes Spot-On Replica Gun Safe For Kids’ Nerf Weapons
A dad is being celebrated on social media for his crafty attempt to keep his kids organized and safe. A gun safe can not only keep your firearms safe, but also your family and others safe from your firearms. Gun safes are heavy-duty storage options for firearms. In order for...
Most Offbeat Town Names in South Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota
The task of naming a city or town can be quite daunting. Whatever the final choice is becomes a permanent mark on the map, so you'd better make sure that you pick out a moniker that will stand the test of time. For the most part, the roughly 2,100 places...
Fiji Says Water Is Safe To Drink After FDA Recall
If your family is like mine, you keep a pack of water bottles in an easy-to-reach spot by the door. This way, whether you're going to work or enjoying some summer activities, you can quickly grab a bottle of water on your way out. Fiji, a popular water brand, says...
Hall of Famer Amber Cunningham Returns To Coach At USD
VERMILLION, S.D.—South Dakota women’s basketball coach Carrie Eighmey is pleased to announce the hiring of Amber (Hegge) Cunningham as an assistant coach for the Coyotes. “I couldn’t be more excited about the addition of Amber to our staff,” said Eighmey. “Amber is a decorated alum, Hall of Famer, and fan favorite of this storied Coyote program. She will take great pride in helping us build on the foundation and success that’s already been achieved over the years. Amber is an incredible coach on the floor with a brilliant basketball mind. She will be extremely valuable in our recruiting efforts as she has been recruiting this region for the past several years. I think Yote fans everywhere will be excited to have Amber coming home!”
Diamond in the Rough; Sioux Falls Polishes Benson Rd with New Interchange
As Sioux Falls celebrates the near completion of its pioneering 41st Street diverging diamond interchange, anticipation builds for the upcoming transformation on Benson Road with the city's second DDI. The project which started in 2023 is moving along quickly. The City estimates that the project will be substantially completed this...
Expert: Alien ‘Beings’ Used ‘Cloaking Device’ in Las Vegas Neighborhood [WATCH]
A video that supposedly shows aliens from a crashed UFO in the backyard of a Las Vegas home is now being claimed as proof they are using a "cloaking device" to move among us. Nearly a year ago, Angel Kenmore shared a video on YouTube where he told the story about hearing a crash while working on a car with his brother.
13 North American Amusement Parks Growing the Most in Popularity
Heart-pounding thrill rides, tasty treats, unique attractions—who doesn't love a trip to an amusement park? In fact, our universal (pun intended) love for amusement parks stretches back much further than you might expect: all the way to 1583. That's when the world's oldest amusement park, Bakken, opened in Denmark.
Three Shot and Killed in Centerville, Suspect Arrested
A Centerville man is in custody after allegedly killing three people in the small South Dakota town Monday night (May 27). 64-year old Jay Ostrem has been charged with three counts of First Degree Murder in connection with the shooting deaths of three people in a Centerville residence at about 10:00 PM.
The 10 Ways You’ll Probably Die in South Dakota
Chances are that if you're reading this, you are alive. If you are, in fact, NOT alive, chances are you died from one of South Dakota's top 10 causes of death. True crime fans may be disappointed with the list of the top 10 causes of death in South Dakota because they are not all that flashy. They are all the usual suspects for people living today. We got cancer, heart disease, and COVID-19 leading the list of killers.
Sioux Falls Trucker Hauls for Rolling Stones Tour
May 13th was a typical Monday for Truck Driver Danny Harris of Sioux Falls. Monday is the day a lot of truckers learn of their upcoming scheduled loads for the week. Danny's dispatcher told him he needed to be in Seattle Washington on Thursday, May 16th, for a BIG MOVE! Dan was to report to Lumen Field in Seattle, where the Seattle Seahawks of the NFL play.
Why Randy Bachman Is Selling His ‘American Woman’ Guitar
Randy Bachman was having severe back pain. His doctor told him that the solution was to stop playing guitar. The main offender was the 1959 Les Paul Standard he’d used to write and record “American Woman” with the Guess Who. “That’s not going to happen,” he immediately...
W.A.S.P. to Play Their First Album in Full on 2024 Fall Tour
W.A.S.P. will celebrate the 40th anniversary of their self-titled debut by performing the album in full and in order on their fall 2024 Album ONE Alive tour. The 39-city tour will kick off Oct. 26 in San Luis Obispo and conclude Dec. 14 in Los Angeles. Death Angel and Unto Others will support W.A.S.P. on all dates, except as noted below. Ticket presales begin on May 29th at 10 a.m. local time, you can get more information at WASPnation.com.
Dead and Company Add Six More Shows to Sphere Residency
Dead & Company have added six more shows to their 2024 residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas. They'll now play concerts on Aug. 1, 2, 3, 8, 9 and 10. You can view a complete list of show dates – with the newly added ones in bold — below.
Watch Kiss’ Tommy Thayer Perform on the Wild Things’ New Song
Kiss guitarist Tommy Thayer joins the Wild Things in the video for their new song "Breaking Madonna." The guitarist performs alongside the up-and-coming UK band on top of a tour bus driving down through West Hollywood. You can see the video below. "It was a thrill to rock 'Breaking Madonna'...
Jane’s Addiction Announces 2024 Tour
The original members of Jane's Addiction have announced a 2024 tour, marking the first time all four members have played together in 14 years. The band will start the co-headlining tour with fellow 1980s alternative-rock band Love & Rockets on Aug. 9 in Las Vegas and conclude the run on Sept. 29 in St. Louis.
South Dakota Town Is Home To The States Oldest Hamburger Shop
For nearly a century, this beloved hamburger establishment in South Dakota has been delighting patrons with its iconic burgers. Nick's Hamburger Shop in Brookings where you can "Buy 'em by the bag" is South Dakota's Oldest Hamburger Restaurant. Nick's website states, “On South Dakota State University’s Hobo Day Nov. 2,...
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