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Bonnie Raitt Joins Little Feat for ‘Long Distance Call': Exclusive Premiere
Little Feat has extended its long history of collaborations with Bonnie Raitt on a new update of Muddy Waters' "Long Distance Call." UCR is exclusively premiering the track below. The song is from Sam's Place, the forthcoming all-blues Little Feat album featuring classic-era percussionist Sam Clayton on vocals for the...
Former Vikings QB Kirk Cousins Comments on Draft Day Drama
The Atlanta Falcons signed free agent Quarterback Kirk Cousins this offseason to be the face of the franchise for years to come, and to help the franchise win a Super Bowl. In late April, the Falcons in the eyes of many got further away from that Super Bowl victory by opting to add competition at Quarterback in the NFL Draft's first round.
Giant South Dakota Roadside Sculpture Attraction Opens Up
To some, the Porter Sculpture Park in South Dakota is an amazing roadside attraction. To others, it's a massive, bizarre, wonderment they drive by on the interstate I-90 heading to Wall Drug. Do You Know What Is Inside The Giant 60 Foot Tall Bull Head Off I-90 in South Dakota?
Michael McDonald Still Expects ‘Impostor Police’ at Any Moment
Michael McDonald said he still felt like an imposter, despite a decorated singing career spanning over five decades. The 72-year-old publishes his memoir, What A Fool Believes, on May 21 via Dey Street Books. It’s co-written by comedian and actor Paul Reiser, who became a friend after the pair started performing piano duets together.
Cher Will Accept Rock Hall Honor and She Has ‘Some Words to Say’
Cher has finally issued her first statements regarding the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, weeks after she was revealed as a 2024 inductee. ET caught up with the legendary singer as she walked the red carpet for the premiere of Bob Mackie: Naked Illusion, a new documentary on the famous fashion designer. Asked about the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cher was forthright.
MEOW: Cat Dad Remodels Entire Home For Beloved Felines
If you thought you were a cat lover, this guy may have you beat. His entire home is essentially centered around his cats. Catioguy, as he goes by on Instagram, designs and builds custom catios for felines in California. It's every cats dream to roam in and out of the house whenever they please, and catioguy made that a reality.
New Bruce Springsteen Documentary Coming to Disney+ and Hulu
Disney has announced Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band, a new documentary chronicling the group’s preparation for their 2023-2024 world tour. A press release announcing the project boasts that it will offer "the most in-depth look ever" at the creation of Springsteen's concerts. The documentary also promises to open “a new door to Springsteen’s creative process for fans around the world, sharing fly-on-the-wall footage of band rehearsals and special moments backstage - as well as hearing from Springsteen himself.”
Why Gas Prices This Summer May Sound Familiar to Cash-Strapped Drivers
The story of gas prices this summer will be all too familiar to drivers looking for relief. Gas prices have been fairly predictable so far in 2024. NerdWallet currently lists the average per gallon gas price as $3.642. That is just a 3-cent increase over April's average price. While that...
Sioux Falls High School Graduation Ceremonies Times/Locations
The weekend of pomp and circumstance is approaching in South Dakota. The Sioux Falls High School graduation ceremonies will take place this weekend, Sunday, May 19. The Class of 2024 will be presented by Lincoln High School, Jefferson High School, Roosevelt High School, and Washington High School all from the Sioux Falls Arena.
New Project Looks to Combat Speeding on Rural Minnesota Highways
After seeing traffic fatalities on highways jump by nearly 40 percent in the first four months of 2024, the Minnesota State Patrol is cracking down on speeding on rural roads. The patrol has launched the Rural Speed Reduction Project, which will see an increased presence of troopers on high-risk rural highways this spring and summer in the hopes of cutting back on the number of fatal crashes.
Check Out Precious New Baby Penguins At Sioux Falls Zoo
There has been a lot of excitement at the Great Plains Zoo in Sioux Falls. Not only are the zoo keepers getting ready for summertime weather with their animal friends, but also with new babies to add to the growing zoo family!. Besides new lions coming to the Great Plains...
Unbuckled Driver Killed, Another Hurt in Rural Minnesota Crash
Jeffers, MN (KROC-AM News)- One driver was killed and another was injured following a crash at a rural Minnesota intersection. Two vehicles were involved in the crash. The fatality happened shortly before 10:15 Monday morning. The State Patrol responded to the crash at the intersection of U.S. Hwy. 71 and...
Bruce Dickinson Was Beat Up by 15 Kids Every Night at School
Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson said he was the victim of beatings regularly during his teenage years. He attended a boarding school in England during the ‘60s, where bullying was rife and there was nowhere to hide after the day’s lessons had ended. “I was on my own...
Donald Fagen Still Regrets Not Being Replaced by Michael McDonald
Michael McDonald would have become the permanent lead vocalist with Steely Dan if Donald Fagen had got his way. Fagan confirmed that he’d tried to make McDonald’s ‘70s association a permanent fixture, and that he still regretted it never happened. McDonald delivered vocals and piano on tour...
Joe Elliott Says Online Imposters ‘Are Really Starting to Piss Me Off’
Joe Elliott released a short impassioned video after discovering that some Def Leppard fans had been scammed out of money by someone impersonating the singer online. The singer interrupted a demo recording session to plead with people to think carefully before assuming messages from out of the blue were real, and condemned the environment in which it’s happening more and more often.
This Is Nuts! Giant Peanut Mobile Coming To South Dakota
If you're a fan of the iconic Mr. Peanut of PLANTERS®, then you're in luck! The unbelievable NUTmobile is coming to a South Dakota town near you. The annual Bulls & BBQ Rodeo with Raise ‘em Rank returns to the Country Apple Orchard in Harrisburg for two competitive bull-riding shows on Friday, May 17th and Saturday, May 18th. It's a great event that showcases talented riders from across the Sioux Empire. These bull riders might even win some money if they are the best of the best.
FYI…The District Warns Sioux Falls Area of New Ticket Scams
There is no shortage of concerts coming to Sioux Falls and South Dakota concerts of the year. But some shows are getting plenty of attention for the wrong reasons. Late last week, The District in Sioux Falls alerted concert and eventgoers of new ticket and contest scams. Shows coming to...
Sebastian Bach Says There’s a ‘Good Chance’ of Skid Row Reunion
Sebastian Bach has renewed optimism regarding a reunion with his former band, Skid Row. The singer famously split from the group in 1996, with a profanity-laced tirade proving to be the final straw. Bach has previously expressed interest in a reunion, but has routinely been rebuffed by his former bandmates.
Dee Snider Tells Rock Hall to Induct Artists Before They’re Dead
Dee Snider didn't mince words on Saturday when he implored the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to induct artists while they're still alive to appreciate the honor. "Dear RNR Hall of Fame: There are bands who YOU KNOW are going to eventually be inducted because of their huge influence," the Twisted Sister frontman wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter. "How about NOT waiting until the entire band is DEAD?"
Pat Benatar Kicks Off 2024 Tour: Set List and Video
Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo kicked off their Funtastic 2024 Tour on Friday at the Thunder Valley Casino Resort in Lincoln, California. Their set included a myriad of classics like "Shadows of the Night," "You Better Run," "Love Is a Battlefield" and more. You can see the full set list...
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