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This Is Why New Road Tubes Keep Appearing Across Texas
Every once in a while you notice certain seasons occurring in Texas that are not just meteorological like with our current summer and hurricane season. Just like you can expect bluebonnets to kick off the wildflower season and pass the baton to Indian paintbrushes and blankets, the mild winters also hand off what version of construction season the Lone Star State is perpetually experiencing.
10 Wackiest Prog Metal Albums Ever
Here are 10 of the absolute wackiest prog metal albums ever!. By its nature, progressive metal – like progressive rock – is more eccentric than just about any other subgenre. With its over-the-top production, zany instrumentation, long runtimes and grand concepts, it’s frequently deemed too impenetrable and unusual by uninitiated listeners.
Crazy Town’s Five Sickest Deep Cuts
Going beyond "Butterfly," which of Crazy Town's deep cuts are the sickest?. Today, the nu-metal world lost an iconic frontman as we learned Crazy Town's Shifty Shellshock (born Seth Binzer) has passed away. Though many are likely familiar with the band's breakout hit "Butterfly," most of their discography sounds nothing...
Win an Autographed Copy of Serj Tankian’s ‘Down With the System’ Memoir
Serj Tankian has released his new memoir, "Down With the System," and Loudwire Nights wants to make sure you have an autographed copy. The System of a Down singer has always been one of their more thought-provoking and engaging personalities in the rock world and with "Down With the System," he shares not only insights into the band's rise to fame, but lays out where his activist roots come from and why he's remained so devoted to causes surrounding his onetime homeland of Armenia. It's an interesting read that leaves you with a better sense of who Tankian is as a person, as a musician, as an artist and as an activist.
Sampling Founders Brewing Company’s Mortal Bloom Hazy IPA On The Weekend Buzz
The Weekend Buzz is back for another round of what we like to call "research". This time, we'll crack open a brew from Founders Brewing Company called the Mortal Bloom. We sit around and taste-test different adult beverages including spirits, beer, seltzers, and more. Then we give you our honest take on these beverages using our spidey senses.
Who Else Remembers Video Disks? They Actually Existed!
I know what you're thinking: "Of course, I remember laser disks. I still have some in my basement!" But that's not what I am referring to. I'm talking about video disks. A friend and I were discussing my recent article, "Can You Identify These '70s Objects?" and the topic of home video came up. I then mentioned how much fun we had watching video disks in the early '80s. He replied, "Like video laser disks? The ones that look like giant CDs." I said, "No, the ones that looked like 78 RPM records."
Crazy Town’s Shifty Shellshock Has Died at 49
Crazy Town singer Shifty Shellshock (born Seth Binzer) reportedly died at the age of 49 yesterday (June 24). Newsweek reports that Binzer was found dead in his home and that no cause of death has been determined at this time. The Los Angeles medical examiner is said to have confirmed the singer's death.
Celebrate 4th Of July With These Festive American-Themed Cocktail Recipes
The Fourth of July is right around the corner as millions of Americans prepare for massive celebrations across this great land. And as folks begin planning what they'll be cooking up, many also are in search of some tasty beverages to wash all that grub down with. Check out these American-themed cocktail recipes to celebrate with a bang.
7 Things to Do to Celebrate the 4th and Make It More Memorable!
Independence Day will soon be upon us, with the coronavirus pandemic behind us. We can all start having some fun this July 4th weekend. As I recall My wife Donna and I raised eight very active children, and with that came the challenge of keeping them fed and entertained (on the cheap).
Check Out the New Groove on ‘Texas, Our Texas’ – Do You Love It?
"Texas, Our Texas" holds a special place in my heart and the hearts of Texans, serving as the official state song since 1929. Written by William J. Marsh and Gladys Yoakum Wright, the song was selected through a state-wide competition, reflecting the pride and grandeur of the Lone Star State. The song's lyrics celebrate Texas' vast size, natural beauty, and storied history, embodying the spirit of the state and its people.
Beware Texas, Those Aren’t Birds’ Nests Now Filling Your Trees
Was walking through my Temple, Texas neighborhood the other day while admiring the numerous varieties of oak trees that line the street, and noticed large clumps of leaves and other mostly organic materials wedged into the various limb confluences. The big balls had a very eerie vibe, and resembled the type of thing you see cluttered into dying or dead trees you might find out front of a haunted house.
Get a Ticket Via Text Without a Traffic Stop in This Texas Town
Imagine getting a text that has a speeding ticket attached. This is something that has been happening for almost two years. A police department in the San Antonio area (WINDCREST) was one of the first areas in the nation to try out this new program. Trusted Driver is a web-based program where drivers can avoid seeing a police officer face-to-face, and instead get a ticket via text message. The reason the program is being rolled out is brilliant.
Better Beastie Boys Album – ‘Licensed to Ill’ vs. ‘Paul’s Boutique’ – Chuck’s Fight Club
Which is the better Beastie Boys album - Licensed to Ill or Paul's Boutique? Both are groundbreaking records in their own right, and this week they go head-to-head as part of Chuck's Fight Club on the Loudwire Nights radio show. In late 1986, three bratty but brilliant punk-inspired kids took...
10 Unforgettable Led Zeppelin Moments
In what was an unforgettable career, we've scanned the internet and come up with 10 Unforgettable Led Zeppelin moments. This career-spanning visual compilation finds the legendary band's members at various stages throughout their career, and it starts with video captured of a barely teenage Jimmy Page, who was just learning guitar and playing in a skiffle band that garnered a TV interview. The boyish looking musician thankfully dodged the interviewers idea of him becoming a doctor.
Only A True Blue Texan Can Pass This Lone Star State Quiz
It doesn't matter if you're a Texas native, a new resident, or just curious about the Lone Star State, it's always fun to test your knowledge about this grand part of the USA. Sure, Texas is known for its wide open spaces and delicious barbeque. But how much do you really know about it?
See How Texas Cracks Down With These 4 Big Sting Operations
Texas has always been a hotspot for some pretty bold and big-scale law enforcement operations. These sting operations usually target illegal activities ranging from drug trafficking to human smuggling. I came across an article from the Texas Tribune about how these operations work. They're also expensive with billions of dollars...
UPDATE Sale Extended: Abilene Animal Shelter Needs You Now!
UPDATE: The emergency pet adoption has been extended through Monday, June 24th until 6 PM, 925 So. 25th Abilene. HELP! Abilene's cats, dogs, kittens, and puppies need your help because the Abilene Animal Shelter is overflowing with animals. Andrea Robinson Founder and director of All Kind Animal Initiative says "Every kennel is full and we've had to improvise by using some of the outdoor kennels and stacking the transportation kennels.
Does New Photo Suggest a Hole Reunion Is Coming?
Does a newly posted photo potentially tease the return of Hole's classic lineup? in a new Instagram post from the From Her to Eternity account, Courtney Love and bassist Melissa Auf Der Maur are seen hanging out together in a studio, with the caption noting it's the first time they've been "in studio together in 24 years."
15 Beautiful Photos of The World’s Ugliest Dogs
There is a new world champion for being the ugliest dog in the entire world. A Pekingese named Wild Thang took home the title of World's Ugliest Dog on July 21 during an annual contest that's been held for almost 50 years. Don't even think about being mean to any...
Body Count’s Ice-T Names Producer Who Is the ‘Dr. Dre of Metal’
What producer does Ice-T consider to be the "Dr. Dre of metal"? During a recent interview with Metal Hammer, the Body Count frontman bestowed that accolade on someone very familiar to him, producer Will Putney, who has done the last four Body Count albums. The compliment came up during discussion...
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