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Eagles Dazzle in Sphere Debut: Pictures, Videos, Set List
The Eagles delivered a stunning, career-spanning performance during the opening night of their residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas on Sept. 20. Unlike other artists who’ve set up shop at the Sphere – such as U2, Phish and Dead & Company – Eagles haven’t historically been known for their onstage visuals. Instead, the Don Henley-led group has a long earned reputation of letting their music do the talking, leaning on their impressive catalog of material to wow audiences. Thus, when the Eagles initially announced their ten-weekend residency at the Sphere, many wondered how the group would utilize the venue’s state of the art capabilities. On opening night, the band answered such questions in resounding fashion, featuring a dazzling array of visual effects to enhance their formidable set list.
Eagles Honor J.D. Souther During Sphere Debut
The Eagles paid tribute to J.D. Souther during their Sphere debut performance on Friday night, honoring the songwriter and collaborator prior to their rendition of "Heartache Tonight." "I would be remiss if I didn't acknowledge a couple of people," Don Henley declared during the show, first mentioning Jimmy Buffett before...
Want to Get Married At Taco Bell? Here’s What Your Ceremony Will Look Like
Is your love for Mexican pizzas and chalupa only match by the love you have for your partner?. If so, it might be time to consider making it official with a Taco Bell wedding ceremony. What Is A Taco Bell Wedding Ceremony?. There have been a few unofficial wedding ceremonies...
How Michael Schenker Got ‘Hardcore Fans’ Axl Rose and Slash on New LP
Michael Schenker achieved a rare feat on his star-studded new album, My Years With UFO: He lured Axl Rose into the studio to record a guest vocal on an updated version of UFO's "Love to Love." In fact, Schenker tells UCR, he didn't even have to ask Rose to participate...
Did You Notice the Name of the Yakima Celebrity in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice?
My auto correct wants me to delete the extra word, but the movie is called Beetlejuice Beetlejuice!. I finally got to watch the original movie that came out back in the late 90s, can you believe it took me so long to see it?. My 13-year-old daughter, Willow, told me...
Is a New Burgerville Location Bound for Washington?
Is your mouth watering yet, because mine sure is! I've heard a rumor that Burgerville is looking to open up a new location in Washington State!. You can find out all kinds of stuff by snooping around on LinkedIn, which is how I first saw the Burgerville news. Washington currently...
How Foreigner’s Lost Lou Gramm Song Was Finally Completed
Foreigner has released the first new song with Lou Gramm in three decades – and no one is more pleased than the singer. "Turning Back the Time" was part of demo sessions held with Mick Jones for a potential follow-up to 1994's Mr. Moonlight that never happened. "I had given up on those songs that were unfinished. I'd given up because we didn't talk anymore after that," Gramm tells UCR. "I thought we were in our golden era – almost."
Yakima Weighs Future of Trolley Tracks Amid 6th Avenue Rebuild
Yakima's trolley railroad is in the spotlight as officials try to save the trolley tracks to Selah. The city of Yakima is in the process of rebuilding 6th Avenue and wants to hear from Yakima residents on whether the railroad tracks along the avenue should also be rebuilt. Yakima Deputy Mayor Matt Brown says it's all about the cost.
Revisiting Stevie Nicks’ 1983 ‘Saturday Night Live’ Performance
On Oct. 12, Stevie Nicks will finally return to Saturday Night Live, over 40 years since her only other appearance on the show on Dec. 10, 1983. This year, she'll serve as the musical guest while pop star Ariana Grande plays the role of host. What songs Nicks will perform...
Lucky Ticket Worth $4.2 Million Sold in Washington Lottery
Buying lottery tickets seems like a huge waste of money to me, yet I still find myself buying them. **. I keep hoping to strike it rich and become a multi-millionaire and maybe one day I will, just like someone in Washington who bought a winning Lotto ticket last week worth over FOUR MILLION DOLLARS!
Grazing Heaven: 22 New Snacks at Central WA State Fair
If you’re a fan of fried food, the Central Washington State Fair is the place to be when it opens at noon on Friday at Yakima’s State Fair Park. For decades, fair food has been a main attraction for many attendees, prompting fair officials to ensure a vast selection of culinary delights.
Jackson Browne Albums Ranked Worst to Best
When it comes to Los Angeles-based singer-songwriters of the '70s, none paints a more concise and vivid portrait of the era than Jackson Browne. Born in Germany, and raised in L.A., Browne made his name as a songwriter while still a teenager in the '60s, penning songs that were covered by artists as diverse as Nico and the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Gregg Allman and Tom Rush.
Hear Axl Rose Cover UFO’s ‘Love to Love’ With Michael Schenker
Axl Rose covers the UFO song “Love to Love” with the band’s former guitarist Michael Schenker. The Guns N’ Roses singer is one of a series of guests – including bandmate Slash – who appears on My Years With UFO. The LP finds Schenker...
Eric Clapton Announces New Album, ‘Meanwhile’
Eric Clapton has announced a new album. Meanwhile will be released first in digital form on Oct. 4 before coming to CD and vinyl on Jan. 24, 2025. The album includes 14 songs, eight collected from singles Clapton has released over the past few years, such as the LP's opening track "Pompous Fool" and "Heart of a Child." You can see the track listing for Meanwhile below.
What Does a Star on a Washington Home Mean? Beyond Decoration…
People choose to decorate their homes with all kinds of items, have you seen a star?. Stars on homes in Washington can mean many things. Often stars are seen on the exterior of a house in various colors, sizes, and materials. The most common form is the barn star, which goes way back to the 18th and 19th centuries. The stars were painted directly onto barns. Later, the stars became handcrafted from metal or wood. The Pennsylvania Dutch, Amish, Mennonites, and Lutherans were the first to make the stars a popular symbol.
Deep Space Radio Signal Just Reached Earth, But Who Sent It?
In what one industry website calls an "astonishing discovery," a deep space radio signal has reached Earth after 8 billion years. Earth.com says the "mysterious and powerful burst or radio waves" spent billions of years traveling before reaching Earth. The website believe it is one of the most powerful radio signals ever captured due to its distance and energy.
Uriah Heep Announces Farewell Tour
British rock legends Uriah Heep have announced their farewell tour. In a video message to fans, Mick Box, the band’s last surviving original member, revealed the news. “Who can believe next year is 55 years since the band started, and that's just so amazing. I know many of you have been with us since the beginning, and we do thank you for that. It means the world to us,” the rocker said in part. "Unfortunately, we have made the decision to wind down touring the whole world next year under the title of 'Magician's Farewell'. In fact, The Magician's Farewell.”
Terrace Heights Residents to Vote on Yakima Annexation Proposal
It's now up to the residents of an area in Terrace Heights on whether they want to be annexed into the city of Yakima. The Yakima City Council voted 5-2 on Tuesday in favor of annexing the land that includes Terrace Heights Drive to State Route 24 which would include Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences and Sportsman State Park. It's now in the hands of property owners. In order for the annexation to go forward 60% of the property owners in the proposed area need to sign a petition.
Yakima Valley Faces Surge in Gang-Related Crime as Summer Ends
As summer comes to a close, the Yakima Valley is grappling with an ongoing battle against gang-related crime. While the public often hears about high-profile incidents such as homicides and drive-by shootings, local law enforcement encounters gang activity on a daily basis. THE LATEST SHOOTING TOOK THE LIFE OF A...
What’s the Voter Registration Deadline for the 2024 General Election?
Every state has a different deadline to register to vote in the upcoming general election on Nov. 5. Some states even allow for same-day registration on Election Day. Of course, you'll want to make sure your home state is on the list before you head to the polls. There's even...
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