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Jack White At Hamtramck Labor Day Festival – What You Need To Know
Michigan's own Jack White is set to perform with his old band, The Hentchmen at the Hamtramck Labor Day Festival 2024. Metro Times reports that White will join his former bandmates on stage for a few songs at the annual festival. When is the Hamtramck Labor Day Festival?. Saturday, August...
Great White’s Jack Russell Remained Haunted by Nightclub Fire
The broad strokes of Great White's career trajectory are similar to many of their peers: hardscrabble origins followed by astronomical success, cut off at the knees during the grunge explosion and relegated to the nostalgia circuit in the decades that followed. But Great White — in particular frontman Jack Russell,...
Oakland County’s Sharron Needs You: Help End Her 958-Day Wait at the Shelter
At the Oakland County Animal Control and Pet Adoption Center, one dog’s search for a forever home has stretched over 958 days. Sharron, a sweet-natured pup, has spent over 2.5 years in the shelter, missing out on three Christmas mornings and three birthdays without a family to call her own.
Michigan’s New Sick Leave Law: What Workers Need to Know for 2025
Michigan workers are set to experience significant changes in sick time and paid leave policies, following a recent ruling by the Michigan Supreme Court. Last month, the Court restored a 2018 ballot initiative to its original form, overturning an earlier attempt by the Republican-controlled Legislature to dilute the measure. This...
Bruce Springsteen Launches US Tour Leg: Set List, Video
The Boss is back from Europe. After spending a few weeks performing across the Atlantic Ocean, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band kicked off another leg of North American shows on Thursday night in Pittsburgh. "Pittsburgh! We finally got here!" Springsteen said from the stage at one point (via...
September 2024 New Music Releases
September will be marked by a series of massive live recordings – and the return of a Pink Floyd legend. Luck and Strange is David Gilmour's first solo album in nearly a decade. Charlie Andrew takes over as co-producer, after Gilmour released a pair of LPs with Phil Manzanera of Roxy Music. Of note for Floyd fans: The title track includes an archival performance from Gilmour's late bandmate Richard Wright.
How Stone Temple Pilots Came Back Strong With ‘Purple’
Stone Temple Pilots met the music industry head-on as their debut album, 1992's Core, sold millions and millions of copies. As bassist and songwriter Robert DeLeo tells UCR, "I don't think we were really prepared for that." His '90s contemporary, Live vocalist Ed Kowalczyk, felt similarly as you'll read in...
Dennis DeYoung Just Found Out The Cars Hated Styx
Dennis DeYoung has only just discovered that the Cars hated Styx. He was responding to a 2006 interview republished online by Classic Rock last month, which it seems he’s never encountered before. In the article, the late Ric Ocasek spoke of the Cars’ early days: “We opened for about...
Why Dave Navarro Didn’t Listen to Jane’s Addiction Without Him
Dave Navarro had mixed feelings over staying home while Jane’s Addiction toured without him. In fact, he didn't even check out any of those shows. The band hit the road in 2022 and 2023 while Navarro was dealing with long COVD, hiring Troy Van Leeuwen from Queens of the Stone Age for one leg and then former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer for the other.
Four West Michigan Men Arrested in Child Exploitation Sting
Four West Michigan men are behind bars following an undercover sting by the Kent County Sheriff's Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s West Michigan-Based Child Exploitation Task Force. In a release on August 15, KCSO said the sting occurred last week. During the sting, officers put ads on...
Jack Russell, Great White’s Founding Singer, Dead at 63
Jack Russell, original vocalist for the glam metal act Great White, has died at the age of 63. The singer’s passing was confirmed via a message posted to his Facebook page. "With tremendous sadness, we announce the loss of our beloved Jack Patrick Russell — father, husband, cousin, uncle, and friend,” the post began before noting that the rocker “passed peacefully” in the presence of his family. "Jack is loved and remembered for his sense of humor, exceptional zest for life, and unshakeable contribution to rock and roll where his legacy will forever thrive.”
Bad Cookie: New Recall Affecting Michigan Meijer Cookie Lovers
Oh no! The Cookie Monster may not like this announcement. Before you shop at Meijer, you may want to know about this recall!. New Recall Affecting Michigan Meijer Cookie Lovers. It is a tough day to love Meijer cookies. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Midwest retailer,...
Why McDonald’s Collector’s Cups Are Way Different (and Better) in Canada
McDonald's in Canada just hits different. Not only do they have tastier McFlurry flavors and a wider selection of McNugget sauces, but they also now have better collector's cups. What Are McDonald's Collector's Cups?. At one time, collectable cups were a staple of McDonald's promotions. Dating as far back as...
Beastie Boys Recall ‘Totally Absurd’ Tour With Madonna
Beastie Boys members Adam “Ad Rock” Horovitz and Michael “Mike D” Diamond have reflected upon their unique experience opening for Madonna. It was 1985 and both acts were in the early stages of their respective careers. Madonna had released her self-titled debut album in 1983 and followed it with 1984’s Like a Virgin. Beastie Boys, meanwhile, had yet to release their first studio LP, but the trio had earned substantial buzz in the New York music scene.
What Does It Mean When You Are Visited by a Cardinal?
Cardinals seem to be everywhere, bringing with them their familiar (and quite complicated!) song. The red flash can almost surprise you, and these feisty birds seem to be fully aware just how entertaining they are. What does it mean when you spot a cardinal?. There are many iterations of the...
Exhausted Teachers Show Before and After First Day of School Looks in Viral Videos
It's a lot of work to get kids ready for the first day of school. First, you have to secure all of their required supplies and maybe even some new clothes for the year. Then, you have to deal with a different schedule while getting them out the door at a reasonable time.
Super Popular Gas Station to Open 6 Locations in Michigan
There are a handful of convenience store and gas station chains that have exploded in popularity over the years. The number one reason is the food they offer, aside from your typical snacks. Well, one of those popular chains is coming to Michigan for the first time ever. Attention Sheetz...
Killers Dust off Rarities in Residency Opener: Set List, Videos
The Killers launched their residency at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas on Wednesday and revived a few long-abandoned rarities for the occasion. It was a homecoming for the band, which was founded in Sin City in 2001. The residency, which runs through Sept. 1, is also a 20th anniversary celebration for the Killers’ breakthrough debut album, Hot Fuss.
Is This Michigan Video Game Retailer Getting Out of the Game?
While some store closures like Rite Aid, Big Lots, and Walgreens have been grabbing headlines lately, one retailer is quietly getting out of the game. Chances are good - depending on your age or your kids' ages - GameStop has been on your radar at some point in your life. From my sons' pre-teen years and beyond, they were into PS One, Playstation 2, Wii, Xbox, and Game Boy (I know I'm forgetting some), and a trip to GameStop to sell games that were no longer in favor and use allowance money to discover something new was a regular thing.
8 TV Shows You Totally Forgot Existed
Nostalgia has a funny way of playing tricks on your mind. It's like when you try to recall the lyrics to a song that you thought meant a lot to you. You're sure you know them by heart, but they vanish. Then you hear the chorus and it all comes rushing at you like a steam engine.
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