Columbus, OH

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

In 1973, the United States marked the end of its involvement in the Vietnam War, while the passing of former President Lyndon B. Johnson and the legalization of abortion through the Roe v. Wade decision by the Supreme Court also defined the year. Amidst an oil crisis and economic recessions, Motorola engineer Martin Cooper made history with the first cell phone call using his groundbreaking device.

Most Popular One-Hit Wonder Songs From 1973 That Went Crazy

The Boot

The Top 50 American Rock Albums, unsurprisingly, were made by some of the biggest artists in the history of popular music. As you will see in the below list, which the UCR staff chose, even after you remove the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and other rock giants, there's still much to love. You won't find many one-hit wonders here; almost every band, singer-songwriter and performer is a legendary act. That's why several of them check in with more than one record.

Top 50 American Rock Albums

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

Virginia-born, LA-based multidisciplinary artist Kate Bollinger is back with “What’s This About (La La La La),” the baroque-styled opener from her long awaited kaleidoscopic debut album Songs From A Thousand Frames Of Mind, due September 27th on Ghostly International. The new track follows previously-released album previews “To Your Own Devices” and “Any Day Now,” and finds Bollinger conjuring a sense of cartoonish whimsy that places her in league with the mystical pop greats of the Elephant 6 Collective, a scene whose idiosyncratic spin on the classic rock era helped inform the patchwork sprawl of her record.

Kate Bollinger Shares New Single 'What's This About (La La La La)'

Alhambra, CA

New York Post

Former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer is facing a wrongful death lawsuit after he is accused of running over and killing a pedestrian at a crosswalk earlier this year, according to reports.

Klinghoffer, 44, was allegedly behind the wheel of a black GMC Yukon when he fatally struck 47-year-old Israel Sanchez on March 18, according to a lawsuit obtained by the LA Times.

The lawsuit, filed with the LA County Superior Court by the victim’s daughter, Ashley Sanchez, claims the guitarist had “thrown and/or dragged” her father “across the asphalt” upon impact, where “he sustained blunt force trauma to the...

Ex-Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer sued after allegedly killing pedestrian in California crosswalk

New Jersey State

They had a look, an attitude, and a sound like no other. Sure, they were born in Jersey. But they were made in America. Jersey Boys is the international musical phenomenon that takes you behind the scenes - and behind the music - of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.

Special Offer: JERSEY BOYS at Tuacahn Amphitheatre

American Songwriter

Some songs are pleasant, some are tear-jerkers, and some get the blood pumping. But what about songs that have their own unique novelty for being just straight-up weird? Let’s dive into four songs that are some of the weirdest tracks of all time! This is far from an exhaustive list; we just think these songs deserve some credit for being both weird and particularly well-written.

4 of the Weirdest Songs of All Time

OPERA America has announced the 2024 Campbell Opera Librettist Prize recipient, Kelley Rourke. Established in 2021 by acclaimed librettist and lyricist Mark Campbell, the Prize is the first award in the history of American opera created specifically to honor the work of opera librettists. The annual winner receives an award of $7,000 to support creative development and career advancement, and is funded by Campbell, with additional support from William Murray and an anonymous donor.

OPERA America Awards Kelley Rourke The 2024 Campbell Opera Librettist Prize

On July 24th, Searchlight Pictures released the first trailer for A Complete Unknown. The Bob Dylan biopic follows the legendary singer-songwriter through his early career up to his electric Newport Folk Festival set. Throughout this period of the early 1960s, Bob Dylan made a name for himself in Greenwich Village’s...

New York’s Musical History in “A Complete Unknown” Trailer

Sioux Falls, SD

Back by popular demand, THE BOOK OF MORMON, which played an eight-show run in 2017 and a four-show run in 2022, returns to Sioux Falls for a limited engagement May 2–3, 2025, at the Washington Pavilion. Single tickets will go on sale to Washington Pavilion donors (100+) starting at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 31, subscribers and members August 1 and the public on Friday, August 2, at 10 a.m. Tickets will be available at WashingtonPavilion.org.

THE BOOK OF MORMON Single Tickets On Sale This Week At Washington Pavilion

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Before the curtain rises on BEAUTIFUL: THE Carole King MUSICAL, Broadway Rose Managing Director Dan Murphy makes sure the audience knows that this is not a sing-along! It’s a necessary reminder, as you will surely want to sing along with this perfect summer musical. However, if you can resist the temptation (toe-tapping and head-bobbing are allowed), you will be rewarded by getting to enjoy some of the most iconic music produced across several decades being performed by a first-rate cast led by Merideth Kaye Clark.

Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Broadway Rose

Wisconsin State

Madison, WI

Overture Center for the Arts has announced the retirement of Ed Holmes, Chief Equity and Innovation Officer, after eight impactful years of service. Holmes’ leadership has been instrumental in establishing and guiding the center's Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) commitment. His retirement will be effective Friday, August 16, 2024.

Overture Center Announces Retirement Of Chief Equity And Innovation Officer Ed Holmes

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Emily Standley Allard

Marriage is a significant life decision that requires extreme commitment, understanding, devotion and a heck of a lot of compromise. While many people dream of a lifelong partnership, others find the concept of marriage challenging. Astrology offers insights into personality traits and behaviors, suggesting that certain zodiac signs might face more difficulties in maintaining a traditional marital relationship. This article explores the five zodiac signs that are often considered less suited for marriage due to their unique characteristics and tendencies when it comes to lifelong commitment.

The 5 Zodiac Signs Not Meant for Matrimony

Indie-pop starlet Anna Shoemaker has released her latest sing-along track, "Fields." Written at the top of 2024 - the track embodies the essence of self-reflection, fresh starts and throwing away the trash. About the song, Anna says: “At the beginning of the year everyone makes their resolutions, personally, I wanted...

Anna Shoemaker Releases New Track 'Fields'

The golden era of classic rock has come and gone, and many of the biggest hitmakers of the era are still well-known today. But what about the underdogs, the unsung heroes, the underrated classic rock bands of that era? Let’s explore seven stellar classic rock outfits that deserve some love for their contributions to rock music!

7 of the Most Underrated Classic Rock Bands of All Time

The best of Broadway was at the Hayes Theatre last night to celebrate opening night of Job- the new play by Max Wolf Friedlich. Whats the play all about?. After being placed on leave following a viral incident, Jane would do anything to return to her Big Tech-company job. But as the therapist who needs to authorize it, Loyd suspects her work might be doing more harm than good.

Video: Inside Opening Night of JOB

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Photos: The Santa Fe Opera Presents THE ELIXIR OF LOVE

See first look photos of the Santa Fe Opera's 2024 revival of \"The Elixir of Love\" directed by Stephen Lawless. This production stars Yaritza Véliz, Jonah...

See first look photos of the Santa Fe Opera's 2024 revival of "The Elixir of Love" directed by Stephen Lawless. This production stars Yaritza Véliz, Jonah...

Photos: The Santa Fe Opera Presents THE ELIXIR OF LOVE

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