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Ex-Red Hot Chili Peppers Guitarist Josh Klinghoffer Sued for Wrongful Death After Striking Man With Car
Ex-Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer has been sued for wrongful death after striking and killing a 47-year-old man with his car. The guitarist's attorney has provided a brief statement in response to the lawsuit. The suit was filed in California by Ashley Sanchez, the daughter of the victim,...
NFL’s Travis + Jason Kelce Unveil Death Metal Logo for Their Beer Company
NFL icons and brothers Travis and Jason Kelce have parodied a death metal band's logo for their new beer brand Garage Beer. That band is Ohio's Sanguisugabogg, the brutes who have been tearing up the road worldwide with some of death metal's biggest names and on their own headline runs. Known for their comedic social media posts, absurd logo and band name that's really not as difficult to pronounce as everyone seems to think it is.
Surprising TX Law: Don’t Move That Bird Nest!
During the spring and summertime in East Texas, we like to get outside and start some projects to improve the yard around our house. It could be as simple as planting a new flower bed or as complex as cutting down some dead or unwanted trees. One thing you might...
Did AI Create The Perfect Song About This Texas Original?
Many Texas residents love the gas station giant known as Buc-ee's. Since the business started in 1982, the very famous beaver has grown in size with stations popping up across the nation. Many on road trips look forward to stopping at Buc-ee's for snacks or possibly to use the restroom. So to say the least, Buc-ee's has many admirers.
Here’s 8 Guaranteed Ways to Tick Off a Texan
Except for a couple of radio gigs in other states, I've always lived right here in Texas. Born and raised in the Panhandle, I'm proud to be a Texan. The Lone Star State has its own swagger and its own style. I like that. However, sometimes folks from other states just don't understand the Texas way. Their assumptions can get aggravating, especially to a native Texan.
Clown Names the Two Big Reasons Slipknot Haven’t Shared ‘Look Outside Your Window’ Yet
Shawn "Clown" Crahan said there are two big reasons Slipknot haven't shared Look Outside Your Window yet. The percussionist recently appeared on the show Andy Hall's Access for an interview, and was once again asked about the unreleased album, which was recorded sometime during the All Hope Is Gone sessions.
Take a Tour of This Old Creepy Abandoned Hospital in Texas
Any time of the year is a good time for a good scare. The thing that does it for me is old abandoned buildings. Make it a hospital and you've got the recipe for one spooky location. I know of a haunted and creepy place - the Yorktown Memorial Hospital in Yorktown, Texas.
Another Massive Chain With 113 Texas Pizzerias Now Facing Bankruptcy
Times are definitely hard in the Texas food service industry, and it probably plays a role in why the locations that are struggling to stay open are finding it challenging to obtain and maintain a fully staffed restaurant. At this point, if you are someone in the food service industry, you have to be seriously questioning the legitimacy of pursuing the career further when even a pizza chain can't stay afloat.
The Best Rock + Metal Songs of 2024 (So Far)
We're officially more than halfway through the year, so check out our list of the best rock and metal songs of 2024 so far. Some of the biggest artists have already released full albums, including Pearl Jam, Bruce Dickinson, Judas Priest, Bring Me the Horizon and Kerry King. Others, such as Falling in Reverse, Myles Kennedy and The Black Dahlia Murder, have only shared a song or two so far, but have records coming at some point later this year.
Real Ale Brewing Company’s Crash Pad & Wrist Rocket On The Weekend Buzz
We're back for another round of The Weekend Buzz as we sip and sample some of the best brews and spirits we can get our hands on. This time, we crack open two brews from Texas-based Real Ale Brewing Company. What Is The Weekend Buzz?. We sit around and taste-test...
Texas’s Two Most Dangerous Intersections Now Deadliest In America
Driving in Texas has gotten a lot more challenging lately due to all kinds of new variables like people holding and operating their mobile phones, travelers navigating unfamiliar roads with changing terrain, and the simple influx of millions of new vehicles accessing the roads because of all the new arrivals making the Lone Star State their home.
Seether Drop New Song ‘Judas Mind,’ Announce Ninth Album ‘The Surface Seems So Far’
Just dropped a new song titled "Judas Mind" and announced their upcoming ninth album The Surface Seems So Far. The South African rockers' last record Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum came out in August of 2020, so we were in the midst of a global pandemic the last time we heard any new material from them. "Judas Mind" is a powerful track to return with.
44 Rock + Metal Bands Who Have Songs With Over One Billion Spotify Streams
Here are the 44 rock and metal bands who have at least one song with more than one billion streams on Spotify. At the time of publication (July 10, 2024), Spotify's "Billions Club" playlist features all 682 songs that have eclipsed that impressive billion streams milestone. Of that bunch, 70 are by rock and metal bands, which is slightly more than one out of every 10 songs! And those 70 billion-stream earners are split between 44 acts in all.
America’s Dirtiest Lakes Exposed and Texas Has Three In The Top 10
When it comes to cooling off in Texas during the brutal summer heat, millions of people will flock to pools, lakes, and other watering holes. But, according to a recent report, some of our swimming holes are not necessarily the cleanest on the planet as Texas has three lakes that are tops in America when it comes to the dirtiest.
Devour the Day’s Joey Walser + Blake Allison Say Their Fans Keep Them Going – ‘They Deserve All the Credit’
On Friday, July 12, Devour the Day will release their latest collection of new songs, Fragments of Us. Ahead of that, founding members Joey "Chicago" Walser and Blake Allison joined Chuck Armstrong on Loudwire Nights to celebrate all that is happening in the life of the band. "When you're young,...
Casen’s Crew Abilene Golf Sold Out: There’s Still Time to Donate
Casen Steele Riley was born in Abilene to Heather and Casey Riley, bringing immense joy and love into their lives. However, Casen's journey was marked by a significant challenge: he was born with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM). HCM, the second most common type of heart muscle disease, profoundly impacted Casen's life. Tragically, he lived only six months, leaving the Riley family heartbroken but determined to honor his memory.
Enormous Shark Attacks Several People In The Texas Waters
South Padre Island, Texas just experienced their first shark attack in five years over Fourth of July when the same enormous shark is believed to have stalked and taken chunks out of four different people trying to enjoy the holiday with their friends and family in an area of the Gulf of Mexico not known for shark dangers.
The Fearless Fave Five: Car Care Tips to Avoid Problems in Texas
So my daughter calls me while I'm doing my radio show, and begins telling me she needs a new car because her little Ford Ranger is not running right, and she barely made it home. After I calmed her down, she explained she was sitting there eating her lunch while scrolling social media when her vehicle "began giving her fits".
Only A True Blue Texan Can Say These 20 Words Correctly
The English language can be a little tricky. Words spelled one way are somehow pronounced differently. Texas has some of its own words that can be quite the tongue twisters. If you're not a native of the Lone Star State, you may need a quick tutorial. But, before long, you'll be talking like a true Texan.
Here’s 4 Times That Abilene, Texas Made National News
Abilene, Texas, might not be the largest city in the Lone Star State, but I've seen its fair share of moments under the national microscope. From severe weather to community events, Abilene shows a unique character that captures people's attention nationwide. After doing some pondering and quick research, I was...
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