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Why Pete Townshend Never Liked the ‘Quadrophenia’ Movie
Pete Townshend says he’d never been happy with the 1979 movie version of Quadrophenia. The Who guitarist explained that was one of the reasons why he’d developed a ballet version of the storyline, which was first exposed via the 1973 album. “I was never happy with the film,”...
Phil X Struggled With Impostor Syndrome After Joining Bon Jovi
Bon Jovi guitarist Phil X discussed his struggle with impostor syndrome after replacing Richie Sambora in the band. The Canadian guitarist, once a member of Triumph, stood in for Sambora for a few shows in 2011. Jon Bon Jovi called him back when Sambora suddenly quit the band two years later. X has been in place ever since, becoming an official member in 2016.
Texarkana’s Live Music Scene – The Last Weekend of June, ’24
Summer is here...... and a brand new month kicks off on Monday. As always, there is great live music all over the area to celebrate this last weekend of June. Let's see who's playing around town in Texarkana's Live Music Scene for the weekend of June 27 - 29. 324...
Top 15 ’80s Aerosmith Songs
Tracking Aerosmith's career trajectory from the beginning to the end of the '80s reveals one of the most remarkable comebacks in rock history. The band was washed-up and left for dead at the turn of the decade, with Joe Perry having quit in 1979 and Brad Whitford following suit in 1981. Drugs and dysfunction had hobbled the one-mighty rockers, and they watched their album sales plummet as a new crop of bands rose up to usurp them.
Texarkana’s Newest Coffee House and Eatery is Now Open
Texarkana is now home to Keller Coffee Co. and Eatery located at 3809 East 9th Street (HWY 82 East) adjacent to 82 Eats. Keller Coffee Co. is family-owned and operated by Tracy and Shanda Jones who already have a location on Highway 71 North in Ashdown and are excited about opening this new location in Texarkana, Arkansas.
Celebrate America at SummerFest + Fireworks Show in Atlanta
The Fourth of July lands on Thursday this year but the City of Atlanta, Texas will be celebrating a little earlier this Saturday, June 29, 2024. The Atlanta Area Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the City of Atlanta, Texas, and Genisis Primecare is proud to present SummerFest and Fireworks Show. Wear your Red, White, and Blue and join in the fun of celebrating America's Independence from 6 PM to 9 PM at 606 St. Louise Street.
Summer Stadium Rock Contest Winner Announced
Wow to see this concert live will be a fantastic experience. Recently we had the chance to give someone a concert trip of a lifetime. To see Def Leppard's 'Summer Stadium Rock' tour this August in San Antonio. Talk about a great lineup with Def Leppard, Journey, and Steve Miller...
Summer Time Blood Donations Urgently Needed in Texarkana
LifeShare Blood Center is calling all blood donors to make giving blood a part of their summer plans. The need for blood donations is critical during the summer, particularly in July, when there is a historically higher demand for blood products. In a recent study by the Pew Research Center...
Bill Wyman Announces New Album, ‘Drive My Car’
Bill Wyman has announced the release of a new album. Drive My Car marks his first album in nine years and the ninth solo album by the Rolling Stones' former bassist. The album, which is due on Aug. 9, features 10 songs, with two additional tracks on the CD and digital versions. In addition to covers of Bob Dylan's "Thunder on the Mountain," Taj Mahal's "Light Rain" and John Prine's "Ain't Hurtin' Nobody," Drive My Car includes five songs written or cowritten by Wyman.
Pete Townshend Recalls ‘Criminal’ Managers Stealing From the Who
Pete Townshend said the Who didn’t make money from most of their albums as a result of theft by their managers, especially during their first eight years of making records. The guitarist also recalled one of his final meetings with Jimi Hendrix, when they talked about being the victims of illegal activities.
How Aerosmith’s ‘Head First’ Became the First Music Download
When Aerosmith released "Head First" as a free digital download on June 27, 1994, the fledgling technology team at the band's label, Geffen, just wanted to prove that it could be done. But it was an important moment in the developing landscape of the World Wide Web which ultimately helped...
Illness Forces Neil Young to Take ‘Big Unplanned Break’ From Tour
Neil Young and Crazy Horse announced a “big unplanned break” and indefinitely postponed the remaining dates of their Love Earth tour. The move came after the band had to call off a show in Chicago on May 23, a few hours before it was to begin. Two more concerts were called off later that week, with illness given as the reason.
What it Means if You See a McDonald’s With Turquoise Arches Instead of Yellow
The McDonald's logo remains one of the most recognizable not only among fast food restaurants, but all brand names. The chain's trademark "golden arches" lets fast food-seekers know what they're going to get. But what happens if those arches are no longer golden?. Where Is There a McDonald's With Turquoise...
No Fireworks In Texarkana City Limits & Other Laws to Remember
The Fourth of July is almost here which means you might start hearing a few fireworks pop off in your neighborhood. Did you know that that is against the law in the Texarkana city limits?. The First Responders in Texarkana are sending out an important reminder about firework safety and...
Ugh, Deer Flies! I Just Discovered a Stupidly Easy Way to Outsmart Them
If your neighborhood is anything like mine, there's a specific two-week period in the summer when the temperature is steamy, the breeze is non-existent, and it happens. This happened precisely two days ago, just after a pretty bad thunderstorm. I walked out, inhaled the gloopy air, and a deer fly landed on me and bit HARD. It was waiting for me.
Here we go Again the Saharan Dust Returns to Texas
Get ready Texas here we go again! The Saharan dust is headed to the Lone Star State. It happens about this time every year, the traveling dust makes its long 5,000 + mile journey from Northwest Africa to the Caribbean Sea, to the Texas Gulf Coast, and other parts of the United States.
Cool Down Under Arkansas’ Tallest Most Stunning Waterfall
Did you know that the tallest waterfall between the Rocky and Appalachian mountains is right here in Arkansas? Southern Living just named the 17 Arkansas Waterfalls to Explore in the Natural State and Hemmed-in Hollow-Falls made the list. Hemmed-In-Hollow-Falls. Now that summer has arrived many will be taking to the...
Tattooing Arkansas’ Youth Becomes (Mostly) Illegal July 1, 2024
New laws in the Great State of Arkansas go into effect on Monday, July 1, 2024, including new starting wages for State employees, new cyber security rules and insurance plans for government offices, plus new rules for permanent body artists and minimum age requirement increases for body art in the state.
Here’s How to Pick The Perfect Watermelon in Arkansas
One of the best treats in the summer in Arkansas is fresh watermelon. Do you know how to pick out the best, sweetest, juiciest watermelon? I found some great easy tips that will help you pick the perfect watermelon every time. These tips will help you whether you are at...
Eagles Add Four More Concerts to Farewell Tour
Eagles have extended their recently confirmed residency at the immersive Sphere in Las Vegas. They'll now appear for a total of 16 concerts over eight weekends in September through December. An updated list of dates at the state-of-the-art facility is below. General on-sale for the four new weekend concerts begins...
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