After a quarter of a century playing guitar with symphonic black metal band Dimmu Borgir, guitarist Tom Rune Andersen Orre (a.k.a. Galder) announced that he was making his exit from the group. Revealing his decision through an Instagram post yesterday, Galder said he’d already played his final show with the band.

Galder Parts Ways with Dimmu Borgir After 25 Years

Eddie, along with his brother Alex, formed the band Van Halen, catapulting to fame with their electrifying performances and revolutionary sound. Eddie's groundbreaking guitar skills redefined the rock genre. 2 / 7. Van Halen. Debut Album 'Van Halen'(1978):. The self-titled debut album showcased Eddie's virtuoso guitar work, featuring the iconic...

Eddie Van Halen: What Was The Rockstar's Cause Of Death?

Kylesa went on indefinite hiatus back in 2016, and they just announced that they’ll return to the stage in 2025! Their reunion will begin at Roadburn 2025, followed by “a limited number of special shows” that celebrate the band’s 25th anniversary. “We have so much more to tell you about over the coming months & we can’t wait to see you out there,” they say. The note is signed by co-singer/guitarists Phillip Cope and Laura Pleasants. No word yet on who else will be in the band’s lineup at the reunion shows.

Kylesa are back, announce Roadburn & promising more 2025 reunion shows

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

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Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Rock music has a rich history of bands that started from humble beginnings and rose to international stardom. Over the years, fans have debated endlessly about the peak periods of their favorite groups. Often, it’s argued that several bands had a raw, unrefined energy in their early days that somehow got lost in the sheen of fame and fortune. Here are five classic rock bands that many believe were at their best before mainstream success polished their rough edges.

5 Classic Rock Bands That Were Better Before They Got Famous

One of the most beloved Hollywood stars in the history of television, in particular, was actress Frances Bavier, who died in 1989 at age 85. The likable actress became best known for her compassionate and nurturing role as Aunt Bee on The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-1968).

Beloved 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Frances Bavier ("Aunt Bee"): A Look Back at Her Life and Career

Dark Funeral and Ghost Bath will hit the road together this October, with two Dark Funeral-only dates tacked on for this November. Get those dates below and get your tickets here. "We strike while the iron is hot! Our tour in the United States expands beyond the previously announced dates...

DARK FUNERAL & GHOST BATH Announce US Tour Dates

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Jacksonville Today

A permanent marker will be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting nearly a year ago at a Dollar General store in the New Town community. City Council approved the marker 17-0 on Tuesday night.

Marker will honor victims of racist Dollar General shooting

San Francisco, CA

System Of A Down played the Golden Gate Park Polo Field in San Francisco, CA on August 17 alongside Deftones, The Mars Volta, Viagra Boys, and Vowws. If you missed it, you can stream System Of A Down's full show above thanks to the Victims Of A Down YouTube channel. The show featured a handful of songs System Of A Down hasn't played in a few years, as well as rarities like "DAM" from their first demo tape.

Watch SYSTEM OF A DOWN's Full Show From Golden Gate Park Over The Weekend

Looks like Kylesa is teasing a comeback. The band originally posted they had signed with Mythos Management two months ago, saying: "Pleased to announce that we are working w Mythos Management on some uniquely cool projects for the future and on ways to preserve our past — excited to share more on it moving forward …"

KYLESA Appears To Be Teasing A Reunion

100 Demons bassist Erik Barrett has sadly passed away. News of Barrett's death comes from vocalist Peter Morcey, who posted the following memorial on Instagram. We extend our deepest condolences to Barrett's friends and family at this time. "When I received the news yesterday it felt as if all time...

100 DEMONS Bassist ERIK BARRETT Has Died

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

Flint, MI

Static-X will celebrate 25 years of their 1999 debut album Wisconsin Death Trip on September 20 and 21 at the Machine Shop in Flint, MI. Both shows will feature Dope and Ventana as the openers, with the Friday tickets available here and Saturday tickets available here. "Check this out! Static-X...

STATIC-X To Play Two Wisconsin Death Trip Shows This September

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In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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Earlier this month, a 32-year-old local man was arrested on two charges after the Douglas Police Department alleged he was in possession of 28 tablets, all classified as Schedule II controlled substances.

Douglas Man Arrested for Possession of 28 Schedule II Tablets

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	Beabadoobee has reached a dizzying new high in her career after securing her first-ever U.K. Official No. 1 album with This Is How Tomorrow Moves. Travis Barker Teases That New Blink-182 Music Is 'Mixed and Mastered'




	The Filipino-British artist, known offstage as Beatrice Laus, saw her third studio album debut at the top of the U.K. Official Albums Chart, published Friday, Aug. 16, marking a major breakthrough in her music journey.




	The achievement builds on her earlier chart successes, where her debut album Fake It Flowers landed at No. 8 in 2020, and Beatopia climbed to No. 4 in 2022.




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Beabadoobee Dominates U.K. Charts with Her First-Ever No. 1 Album

Deep Purple is a pioneering British rock band formed in 1968, renowned for their influential contributions to hard rock and heavy metal. The band is best known for their powerful sound, featuring intricate guitar riffs, dynamic organ solos, and energetic vocals. Key albums include *Machine Head* (1972), which features the iconic track “Smoke on the Water,” and *In Rock* (1970). Deep Purple’s lineup has evolved over the years, but notable members include Ian Gillan (vocals), Ritchie Blackmore (guitar), Roger Glover (bass), Jon Lord (keyboard), and Ian Paice (drums). Their music, characterized by its blend of blues, rock, and classical elements, has had a lasting impact on the genre.

10 Best Deep Purple Songs of All Time

According to consequence.net, Tore Ylwizaker, keyboardist for the band Ulver, passed away on the evening of August, 16 and the cause of death has not been revealed yet. Ulver announced the sad news with a paid tribute to their late bandmate in a statement on social media: “It is with black holes in our hearts we have to inform you that our brother for over nearly thirty years, Tore Ylvisaker (Ylwizaker), is dead. He passed on in the night of 16 August, his 54th birthday. It is all too much to take in at the moment. We will return as soon as we have collected ourselves. Rest in peace, dearest friend. We love you, forever. ULVER.”

RIP: Tore Ylwizaker Of Ulver Dead At 54

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Years ago, I visted Amish country on a family trip back east. It was such a great experience to see such vastly different places from what I was accustomed to. I loved all the street markets where we could sample and buy all sorts of incredible foods. This was one that stuck with me. Here's what you'll need to make your own 9" deep dish shoofly pie:

Amish Shoofly Pie

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GALDER Quits DIMMU BORGIR After Nearly 25 Years, Revives OLD MAN'S CHILD

Dimmu Borgir guitarist and bassist Galder has quit the band. Galder joined Dimmu Borgir in 2000 and has now announced his departure to focus on his...

GALDER Quits DIMMU BORGIR After Nearly 25 Years, Revives OLD MAN'S CHILD

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