Mountain View, CA

Los Angeles County, CA

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Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

Los Angeles, CA

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Jose and Aurora Rodriguez founded La Serenata in 1985 in Boyle Heights. That was a pivotal era in L.A.’s Mexican food community, and Jose Rodriguez's culinary pursuits led him to become a pioneer in rejecting the “combination plate” standard laden with soggy tacos and burritos.

This Pioneering Mexican Restaurant Was One of the First in L.A. to Reject ‘Combination Plates’ In 1985. Now, They Are Struggling to Stay Open

Kalamazoo, MI

Kalamazoo, MI noise rock/post-hardcore vets God Bullies were initially around between 1986 and 1995, and they released four albums for Amphetamine Reptile and one for Alternative Tentacles, and gigged with the likes of Melvins, Helmet and Cows. After breaking up, vocalist “Father” Mike Hard went on to lead Thrall, Hand Over Head, and other bands, and now he re-activated God Bullies with a new lineup for their first album in 30 years, As Above, So Below. It’s good timing with the new Jesus Lizard album on the way as well, and new single/opening track “I Am Mighty” picks up right where God Bullies left off, bringing that classic AmRep sound right into the 2020s.

Noise rock vets God Bullies prep first album in 30 years (watch a new video)

New York City, NY

The co-founder of Coney Island’s Siren Music Festival (which was last held in 2010), Diane Perini, is bringing a new festival to Brooklyn that she says was “created to fill the significant gap for independent music in New York City’s fall cultural calendar” left by the likes of the now-defunct CMJ. The inaugural United Sounds happens on October 25 and 26 at Pioneer Works (which is about to reopen after eight months of renovations), and the lineup includes Blonde Redhead, The Dismemberment Plan, Sunflower Bean, Les Savy Fav, Model/Actriz, Man Man, Monobloc, Peel Dream Magazine, and more to be announced. Tickets go on sale Friday, September 6 at 10 AM ET.

Dismemberment Plan, Blonde Redhead, Les Savy Fav, Model/Actriz, more playing new NYC fest United Sounds

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Hailey and Justin Bieber have turned over a new leaf in their life as they have just welcomed their first baby boy named Jack. The internet has erupted with excitement as the husband and wife share the news with the world. Congratulations and good wishes have been berating the couple since the announcement. In this article, we are going to explore the journey that led to this magnificent event and the exploration that was embarked on along the way because Justin just had a new baby, and this one doesn’t come with a chorus.

Hailey and Justin Bieber Welcome Their First Child: Meet Baby Jack!

After posting a mysterious teaser, TV on the Radio have now made a big announcement. They’re celebrating the 20th anniversary of their 2004 debut album Desperate Youth, Bloodthirsty Babes with an expanded reissue, and they announced their first shows in over five years: four nights at NYC’s Webster Hall, three nights at LA’s El Rey Theatre, and three nights at London’s Islington Assembly Hall.

TV on the Radio announce first shows in 5+ years & 'Desperate Youth, Bloodthirsty Babes' reissue

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced an adorably tiny dog named Cha Cha who is looking for her forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue explains that she is 5 to 6 months old, and "our best guess on breed is chi/frenchie mix". Cha Cha may be small in size, but she's bursting with personality and love to give. This pint-sized pup is eagerly awaiting her chance to find her forever home, with her arrival in Massachusetts scheduled for Monday, August 26th.

Meet The Tiny 8lb Puppy Looking For Love

Pipe-eye, the solo project of King Gizzard’s Cook Craig, will release his fourth album Pipe-defy on October 18 via p(doom) records. He made it with his KG bandmates Joe Walker, who produced and mixed, and Michael Cavanagh (drums). “I intentionally wanted to go for a much more ‘hi-fi’ sound for this album, which Joey nailed,” Cook says. “It was definitely a departure from previous Pip-eye sh*t which was always on the ‘lo-fi’ side.”

King Gizzard's Cook Craig preps new album as Pipe-eye (listen to "Lords Of Lithium")

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

Could you and your family use an adorable companion that will bring you love and joy for years and years? These six cats are adoptable right now from local Kansas City shelters. Just click on the link provided with each to get in touch with their shelters.

Six wonderful cats to adopt this Labor Day weekend

Longrunning minimal wave duo Xeno & Oaklander have announced Via Negativa (in the doorway light), their first album in three years, which will be out November 15 via Dais. The album was named for and inspired by “the study of what not to do, a negative image of a positive, the other side, the other: ‘Via Negativa (in the doorway light).'”

Xeno & Oaklander announce new LP and NYC show, share "Via Negativa (in the doorway light)"

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, quotes and commentary in this article are from interviews conducted by the author with those mentioned.]. The multi-Emmy-nominated actress and political advocate Elizabeth Montgomery (who died of cancer in 1981) was upset upon learning that Jonathan White, the son of her Bewitched co-star David White (who died of a heart attack in 1990), had perished in the horrific Pan-Am incident over Lockerbie in 1988.

Liz Montgomery Was "Furious" 'Bewitched' Co-Star David White Lost Son in 1988 Pan-Am/Lockerbie Crash

Las Vegas, NV

Las Vegas’ Punk Rock Bowling will return for its 25th anniversary in 2025 from May 23-26. Mark Stern, who co-founded the fest with his brother Shawn in 1999, is also back as festival booker. The fest’s updated About Us reads, “What started as a small gathering of friends has become a punk rock pilgrimage, and the brother’s expertise guiding this festival over two and half decades will be instrumental in crafting an unforgettable lineup for this momentous occasion.” When the 2024 edition wrapped up, the organizers wrote:

Punk Rock Bowling announces 25th anniversary edition, founder Mark Stern is back

Cambridge, MA

Jersey City, NJ

Jack White will continue his No Name tour with three just-announced Northeast shows happening early next week: Jersey City’s White Eagle Hall on September 9, New Haven’s Toad’s Place on September 10 and Cambridge, MA’s The Sinclair on September 11. Tickets go on sale for Third Man Vault members on Friday, September 6 at 12 PM with the general on-sale starting one hour later at 1 PM.

Jack White announces intimate NJ, CT & MA shows happening next week

Brooklyn, NY

Phil Elverum has announced a new Mount Eerie album, Night Palace, due November 1 via his own P.W. Elverum & Sun label (pre-order). It’s the first Mount Eerie release since the 2019 Mount Eerie & Julie Doiron album Lost Wisdom pt. 2, the first non-collaborative Mount Eerie album since 2018’s Now Only, and Phil Elverum’s first album since The Microphones‘ 2020 album Microphones In 2020.

Mount Eerie announces new album 'Night Palace' & LA/NYC shows, shares 2 songs

Lollapalooza has announced the lineup for its 2025 South American editions, happening in Chile (Parque Bicentenario de Cerrillos on March 21, 22, and 23), Argentina (Buenos Aires’ Hipódromo de San Isidro on March 21, 22, and 23), and Brasil (São Paulo’s Autódromo de Interlagos on March 28, 29, and 30). Olivia Rodrigo, Justin Timberlake, Alanis Morissette, and Tool are among the headliners, and the fests will be Olivia and Tool’s debut South American performances.

Lollapalooza South America 2025 lineups (Olivia Rodrigo, Justin Timberlake, Tool, Alanis Morissette, more)

Indio, CA

Coachella’s country cousin Stagecoach has announced the lineup for its 2025 edition, which goes down April 25-27 at Indio, CA’s Empire Polo Club grounds. This year’s headliners are Zach Bryan, Jelly Roll, and Luke Combs, and other highlights include Lana Del Rey (who made a surprise appearance at this year’s edition after headlining Coachella a week earlier, and who says she’s releasing a country album this year), Sturgill Simpson, Nelly (celebrating 25 years of Country Grammar), Sierra Ferrell, Shaboozey, Sammy Hagar, Carly Pearce, Whiskey Myers, Ashley McBryde, Midland, Brothers Osborne, Goo Goo Dolls, Nikki Lane, 49 Winchester, Tommy James and the Shondells, Flatland Cavalry, Brent Cobb, and more.

Stagecoach 2025 lineup: Lana Del Rey, Zach Bryan, Sturgill, Creed, Backstreet Boys & more

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a beautiful dog named Rocky who is looking for his forever home. This 3-year-old, 27lb pomeranian/husky mix is described as being "an energetic, sweet boy who is friendly with people and other dogs." Rocky's unique blend of pomeranian and husky genetics has resulted in a charming personality and stunning appearance. With his soft coat and expressive eyes, he's sure to capture the hearts of potential adopters.

Meet The Energetic & Sweet Boy Looking For Love

The Innocence Mission have announced their 13th album, Midwinter Swimmers, which will be out November 29 via Therese / Bella Union. It’s their first since 2020’s great See You Tomorrow. The first single is gorgeous “This Thread Is A Green Street” which Karen Peris says is “a sort...

The Innocence Mission announce new album, share "This Thread Is A Green Street"

After selling out the entirety of their 2025 UK reunion tour, Oasis have once again added a couple more shows to the run. There are two new Wembley Stadium dates, on September 27 and 28, bringing them to a total of seven shows at the venue, which is the largest venue in the UK. See their updated dates below.

Oasis add 2 more Wembley Stadium shows to 2025 reunion tour

The Dillinger Escape Plan have been playing a very select few reunion shows with original vocalist Dimitri Minakakis to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their 1999 debut album Calculating Infinity, and they’ve just added a Philly date with an amazing Philly-heavy lineup. It goes down on November 23 at Franklin Music Hall and it features Pissed Jeans (who made a big return this year with their killer new album Half-Divorced), reunited Massachusetts tech-death-grinders The Red Chord, queer grindcore collective HIRS, and grungy indie rockers Rid of Me.

The Dillinger Escape Plan announce Philly show with Pissed Jeans, The Red Chord & more

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Sade, Jeff Tweedy, Julien Baker, André 3000 & more contribute to new Red Hot comp 'TRAИƧA'

TRAИƧA is the latest compilation from the Red Hot organization, who promote public health and diversity through equal access to care. Billed as their most ambition...

Sade, Jeff Tweedy, Julien Baker, André 3000 & more contribute to new Red Hot comp 'TRAИƧA'

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