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The Most Dangerous Job In Michigan Goes Unnoticed
I recently wrote an article about how every year 50 people are allowed to go to the very top of the Mackinac Bridge to see the world from the top of the Mighty Mac. These lucky few are brought up the service elevator and climb the remaining distance to reach the top of the bridge.
Paramore’s Hayley Williams Pays Tribute to Freddie Mercury Live With Triumphant Callback
Having the opportunity to play London's Wembley Stadium, 's Hayley Williams used the stage to pay musical tribute to Queen's Freddie Mercury with an epic callback. The band were performing during one of Taylor Swift's Eras tour stops when Williams decided to have a little fun. Stepping out onto a runway leading out to the audience, Williams told the crowd, "I've got one minute to try something and I need you to help me."
National Radio Day: Why Radio Is Still Important
Happy National Radio Day! Radio has been a source of entertainment since the early 1900s, and while radio as a medium has been supplanted by new forms of technology (as highlighted by The Buggles), radio can still be plenty entertaining and still serves essential functions in the community. AKA quality,...
Never Touch a Dog Wearing a Red Collar in Michigan
We get it; it's nearly impossible to walk by a dog without wanting to shower it with affection and pet it. However, not every dog owner wants you touching their furry friends, and sometimes the dog feels the same way. Did you know that the color of a dog’s collar...
Average Time Spent in Walmart and Target: Are You Above Average?
Ever get accused of spending TOO much time shopping at Walmart or Target?. A recent report has revealed how much time the average shopper spends wandering the aisles of some of the biggest names in retail. Average Time People Spend In Some Stores Decreasing. If you feel like you're spending...
Rabies Infested-Bat found in Genesee County
Bats are an interesting mammal. They sleep all night, hanging upside-down. They squeal and most people don't care for them, especially if they get into your home or garage. To me, they're nothing more than rats with wings with razor sharp teeth. The Genesee County Health Department has confirmed the...
King of ’99, Fred Durst, Lands Cameo in New Movie From Ex-‘SNL’ Star
The king of 1999, Limp Bizkit's Fred Durst, is set to make an appearance in a new comedy-horror film set at the turn of the century titled Y2K. The movie comes from writer-director and former Saturday Night Live cast member Kyle Mooney, who also has a supporting role in the film.
The Five Best 2020s Thrash Albums, Chosen by Chained Saint
These are the five best thrash albums of the 2020s, according to newcomers Chained Saint. So far, it's been a great decade for thrash and we're not even halfway through it yet! Whether it's veteran bands or newer ones, there's no denying this has been one of the best eras for the beloved metal subgenre.
New Megadeth Guitarist Teemu Mantysaari Shares Timeline for Next Album Release
New Megadeth guitarist Teemu Mantysaari shared a rough timeline for the band's next album release. Mantysaari was initially revealed as a fill-in for Kiko Loureiro last September, but it appears that he's in the band for the long haul now. During a conversation wit John The Metal Mailman, the guitarist confirmed that he's been an official member of the thrash group since last November, and discussed their plans for the follow-up to 2022's The Sick... The Dying... And the Dead!.
The Most UNHINGED Moments in Rock + Metal
Who doesn't love a truly unhinged meltdown? Well we've got some supremely unhinged moments in rock and metal that left people buzzing when they were complete. Some of these moments include truly epic rants, like the times that Iron Maiden's Blaze Bayley and Cannibal Corpse's Corpsegrinder were ready to throw down over audience interference in their shows. Corpsegrinder even told the audience, "You don't have to worry about security. I'm my own security. I'll beat you fucking to death and throw you in the sewers."
Ronnie Radke Finds New Way to Troll Falling In Reverse Haters
Falling in Reverse's Ronnie Radke has found a new way to troll his haters, actually working them into the band's live shows. When the group returned to the stage to kick off their latest tour leg on Sunday (Aug. 18), Radke incorporated some of the TikTok clips of haters into the video screen behind him as he performed a portion of the song "Game Over."
WTF Is College Rock? – 10 Songs That Defined the Pre-Grunge Alternative Era
Here are 10 songs that defined the "college rock" era. Before alternative rock was everywhere in the '90s, you had to hunt to find the up-and-coming bands and more often than not, the journey led you to college radio stations! So for the longest time, before "alternative" became a thing, college rock led you to the left of the dial in pursuit of cool rock music that most mainstream stations were overlooking.
Photos – System of a Down + Deftones Play to 50,000 Fans in San Francisco
System of a Down and Deftones performed at San Francisco's Golden Gate Park, alongside The Mars Volta, Viagra Boys and VOWWS and we have dozens of photos from the event that drew more than 50,000 fans. The concert also marked a first of its kind moment for the historic venue...
Actress Left Hollywood for New Life In Michigan and Loves It
Hollywood character actress with 70 Movies and TV Shows to her credit is now a Michigander. Here's why. Heather Matarazzo may not be a household name, but there's no doubt you've seen her multiple times either on the big screen or on one of your favorite TV shows. It's hard to miss Matarazzo as she played Lilly in The Princess Diaries and was also in blockbuster movies like The Devil's Advocate, Welcome to the Dollhouse, and Scream. Not to mention Matarazzo's appearances on TV shows like Grey's Anatomy, Now and Again, and The L Word. Heather Matarazzo's resume is beyond impressive. Impressive, but not easy. In 2017, the Matarazzo told the Guardian that she just wanted to create and pay the rent.
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