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Watch Krist Novoselic Guest With a Nirvana Tribute Band
The Portland, Oregon-based tribute band FooVana was joined by a special guest on Thursday evening at their show in Vancouver, Washington: original Nirvana bassist Krist Novoselic. "Get down here to Georgie's Garage and Grill! Show's about to start! Oh yeah that's right... Somebody else is here!!!" the band wrote on...
Iowa Dinosaur Discoveries and Other Prehistoric Finds
When you think of Iowa, you probably imagine vast fields of corn and soybeans, rolling hills, and charming small towns. However, Iowa’s prehistoric past is a completely different story—one where much of the state was underwater, and the landscape was populated by extraordinary creatures. Let's embark on a time-traveling adventure to explore the prehistoric animals that once called Iowa home, and uncover some surprising dino-mite facts along the way!
Study Warns: ‘Toxic Compounds’ Found in Sun-Exposed Plastic Bottles
Louisiana folks already have a hard time keeping cool in the summertime, and now we have to worry that our bottled water might be unsafe to drink. We have all forgotten our water bottles in the car on a hot summer day at some point. If you leave them in your car or in the sun long enough, you may have noticed that they have a strange chemical-like aftertaste. Scientists have been warning us that chemicals 'linked to hormonal imbalances' such as BPA can contaminate the liquid inside the bottle.
Deadly Listeria Outbreak Hits 12 States, Including Minnesota
Public health officials are frantically trying to locate the source of a listeria outbreak that has killed two people and sickened more than two dozen people across multiple states, including Minnesota. The Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting that 28 people have been hospitlozed after eating meats...
Did Jack White Secretly Release a New Album?
Jack White appears to have released a new album — but so far it's only appeared as an unlabeled LP in the bags of Third Man Records shoppers around the world. A post on White's subreddit tipped fans off to the new release, which follows a pair of 2022 albums, Fear of the Dawn and Entering Heaven Alive. The post included a picture of a record in a plain white sleeve, with a white label emblazoned with the words "No Name" in blue.
Hear Abbey Cone’s New Single ‘I Hate Springsteen’
Abbey Cone repeatedly claims to hate Bruce Springsteen on her newest single, but the truth is she's really just trying to convince herself she's not heartbroken. You can see the video for Cone's "I Hate Springsteen" below. The single's artwork finds her recreating the famous front cover from Springsteen's 1984 album Born in the U.S.A.
Less Crowded South Dakota Vacation Destinations
With the beauty of its 1.2 million acres, the Black Hills National Forest ranks as one of South Dakota's favorite places to visit, camp, hike, and vacation. Did you also know that the Black Hills is among the Top U.S. Destinations to Avoid Crowds? Hmmm, you can go ahead and scratch your head too. You won't be alone.
South Dakota Children’s Museum Celebrates A Lunar Life Liftoff
If you've ever wondered what life is like on the moon, you're not alone. If you're a parent who has tried to answer your kids' questions about the moon, you're not alone either. Now, you can both find some answers to those questions at the Children's Museum of South Dakota.
A Sioux Falls Favorite Is Taking These Treats to the Next Level
Just when you thought that a couple of your favorite summer staples couldn't get any better comes word that a local business that's made a name for itself in the world of ice cream over the past several years is upgrading a pair of classics. Stensland Family Farms is boozing...
Bruce Springsteen Is Now a Billionaire
Bruce Springsteen is now a billionaire. According to a “conservative” Forbes estimate, the Boss is worth $1.1 billion. Springsteen has had a lucrative last few years. In December of 2021, he sold both his masters to Sony Music and his publishing to Sony Music Publishing in a deal that earned him in the vicinity of $500 million.
Bob Newhart, Legendary TV Star, Dies at 94
One of television’s funniest stars has died. Bob Newhart, who was beloved for his central roles on two long-running and popular sitcoms, passed away on Thursday. He was 94 years old. His publicist told The Hollywood Reporter that Newhart “died at his Los Angeles home after a series of...
Packers TE, South Dakota Native Tucker Kraft Lands on Injured List
Tucker Kraft had a phenomenal rookie season with the Green Bay Packers, and it looks as though he's primed to build on it this Fall. Kraft has been dealing with a pec injury in the recent months, and he and others on the Packers roster appear set to start training camp on the PUP (physically unable to perform) list.
Microsoft Services Worldwide Go Dark In Widespread Outage
If your phone alarm woke you up just after Midnight due to a system failure at work you're not alone. I was awakened along with millions worldwide due to a widespread Microsoft outage. According to the Associated Press, the website DownDectector, which tracks user-reported internet outages, recorded growing outages in...
Prince Documentary ‘Dead in the Water’ After Multiple Disputes
A six-part documentary series about the life and times of Prince was described as “dead in the water” as the fallout of his 2016 death without a will continued. A handful of reasons were reported to be behind Netflix dropping the project, including a battle over editorial control with the divided heirs of the musician’s estate.
Britney Spears Tells Osbournes to ‘F–k Off’ In Long Response to Diss
Pop star Britney Spears is clapping back at Ozzy Osbourne and the Osbourne family after a recent discussion on TikTok videos on The Osbournes podcast resulted in a dig at her social media dance videos. In recent years, Spears has used her social media to share some of her dance...
ZZ Top Bassist Shares Biggest Regret About Viral Instrument
ZZ Top's Elwood Francis has become a key part of the band's live lineup, but he has one major regret about his performances. That would be having introduced the gigantic bright yellow 17-string bass guitar into the live shows and it gaining viral popularity as a result. Back in 2022,...
Deep Purple, ‘=1′: Album Review
Since signing a new record deal 11 years ago, Deep Purple has found new life in a career that seemed to have bottomed out at the turn of the century. The move coincided with the band's affiliation with veteran hard-rock producer Bob Ezrin, who's produced the band's past five albums, including 2020 highlight Whoosh! and =1, the 23rd LP of a six-decade run that now includes more than a dozen members among its ranks.
The Neil Young Song Inspired by Charles Manson
Before he was a convicted murderer, Charles Manson was an aspiring musician, who, at one point, rubbed shoulders with Neil Young. That was thanks to Dennis Wilson of the Beach Boys. Wilson and Manson had become friends in 1968, occasionally making music, hanging out with girls and experimenting with drugs, none of which would have raised too many eyebrows at that time, even if Manson appeared a bit more intense than other people around him.
20 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week (July 12-18, 2024)
The concert industry is alive and well, with 20 new rock and metal tours announced this past week. In addition, you'll also find a number of festivals, residencies and specialty shows for bands booked as well. This week, we saw new tour legs added for such name acts as The...
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