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Primal Scream (Feat. Robert Plant), 'Elimination Blues' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:01:05 +0000

It's not quite accurate to say Primal Scream use Robert Plant for backing vocals on 'Elimination Blues.' The Led Zeppelin lead singer is more of an instrument, used to sweeten an experimental blues song. It's a bold move to ignore the temptation to put Plant in a starring role.

Billy Idol Rocks Casino Ballroom in Hampton Beach, N.H.

Mary Ouellette — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 16:21:29 +0000

‘Ready Steady Go’ served not only as the opening tune for Billy Idol as he dominated a steamy Casino Ballroom in Hampton Beach, N.H. on June 2, but also the general vibe of the evening as the iconic rocker seamlessly coasted through the evening, making it look easy. With signature sneers, gratuitous fist-pumps and studded [...]

The Rolling Stones Rock Chicago

Dave Lifton — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 01:14:07 +0000

Chicago has held a special pull for the Rolling Stones from before the group even existed. Mick Jagger was famously carrying albums from Chicago-based Chess Records when he ran into his childhood pal Keith Richards at the Dartford railway station in 1960. It began a partnership that, 53 years later, brought them back to the city on May 31, the second night of a

Starting & Sticking To My Workout [Blog]

DJ Nyke — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 21:31:12 +0000

Taking a page from my fellow co-worker & deeJay Tee-Roy, I figured it was time to get back on my grind, and to be more specific… get back on my New Year’s resolutions. He choose to quit smoking. I choose to get my 22 year-old body back… only better!!! If you know me at all, [...]

Quitting's Not So Bad! – Tee Roy Quits Smoking

Tee Roy — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 12:42:50 +0000

Let me give you a quick breakdown of what’s going on: A couple weeks ago, Amy at Straight Line Vapors gave me a free Ego T e-cigarette, and 4 different flavors that contain 24mg of nicotine…the highest amount available. Just an FYI, the Juicy Fruit is my favorite so far, as it tastes just like [...]

Casper's City Council To Vote On Smoke Free Ordinance Tuesday

Rodeo Rick — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 21:43:58 +0000

Smoky bars, restaurants, bowling allies or other businesses that will soon be allowed to resume smoking could return within Casper's city limits. Unless those who wish to keep Casper smoke-free, can convince the Casper City Council not to change the ordinance. The consensus is that with an increased number of smokers on the council itself, the indoor smoking ordinance ban will most likely be undone or severely weakened in Casper.

The Fisher-Price Activity Center Was Our iPad

John Riggs — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 16:22:19 +0000

I found one of these bad boys at an estate sale and knew I had to get it. This was my iPad when I was a baby. You can spin the dial for a while. When you bore yourself of that, push the button to make the bell ring. It was full of sounds and [...]

Rod Stewart, 'Finest Woman' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 21:48:34 +0000

Rod Stewart has released 'Finest Woman' as the new single from 'Time,' the album set to hit stores on May 7. Stewart, is full of zeal*, but short on originality on this carbon copy of 'She Makes Me Happy,' another song from 'Time.'

Various Artists, 'Love for Levon' — Album Review

Jeff Giles — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 18:48:04 +0000

On Oct. 3, 2012, less than six months after Levon Helm lost his long battle with cancer, a large and eclectic group of his friends, family, and peers assembled on stage at the Izod Center in East Rutherford, N.J., paying tribute to the man and his musical legacy in front of nearly 20,000 fans. The result, fittingly enough, was dubbed 'Love for Levon.'

Rod Stewart, 'She Makes Me Happy' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 16:25:59 +0000

Rod Stewart‘s return to songwriting brings genuine joy and elation to fans in the way of a first single called ‘She Makes Me Happy.’ The singer’s uptempo ode to a lover is refreshing and natural. Lyrically, ‘She Makes Me Happy’ may be a little too literal for some. Stewart’s boyish love could even be called [...]

Don Felder, 'Wash Away' (Feat. Tommy Shaw of Styx) – Song Review

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 23:57:40 +0000

Former Eagles guitarist Don Felder recently released a solo album titled 'Road to Forever,' and on Monday (March 18) he released the second single from the project, a mid-tempo electric-acoustic hybrid titled 'Wash Away.' And while it might not be the second coming of 'Hotel California,' the track is a deserving effort with many strong elements, and more than worthy of a listen for any fan of his prior work.

Deep Purple, 'Hell to Pay' – Song Review

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 20:50:26 +0000

After a long absence from the recording studio, Deep Purple are set to release a new album titled 'NOW What?!' on April 30 -- and from the sound of the single 'Hell to Pay,' they might have come pretty close to their stated goal of returning to the classic Deep Purple sound.

Do Public Bathrooms Have To Use Razorwire Toilet Paper? [RANT]

DJ Nyke — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 21:49:01 +0000

We see commercials everyday with fuzzy little animals, frolicking through the forest, rubbing their faces with "soft" but "strong" toilet paper. Then why is it, when we are forced to use a public restrooms, they only seem to purchase what I like to refer to as: booty sandpaper?

We can all lie to ourselves and say we don't use public restrooms, but regardless of how frequent, emergencies happen, and it is sometimes unavoidable. So why, corporate America, do you continue to supply us with poo (pardon the

Taco Bell Releases New Cool Ranch Doritos Locos Taco

DJ Nyke — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:52:11 +0000

Taco Bell announced they were debuting their newest menu item, the Cool Ranch Doritos Locos Taco on 3-7-13. But the fans have spoken, and although the 'official' launch is tomorrow, you can sample this culinary masterpiece today!!! It won't be on the menu until the 7th, but if you go to your participating Taco Bell and ask for one, your wish will be granted. And yes Casper... that does mean us!

Iggy and the Stooges, 'Burn' – Song Review

Nick DeRiso — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:01:52 +0000

The ear-melting riff that opens 'Burn' -- Iggy Pop and the Stooges' new single -- makes it clear that this is no nostalgia act. Not only do these guys still have their edge, four decades after their crunchy punk rock classic of a debut, you could argue that 'Burn' is all edge.

Does New 'Caboki' Hair Loss Concealer Work?[Video] part 1

DJ Nyke — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 22:01:19 +0000

As a sufferer of hair thinning/male pattern balding, I constantly keep my ear to the street about new products to fix my problem. Going bald sucks… PERIOD!!! It may not effect your physical well being, but it does affect you mentally. It has been proven in medical studies that hair thinning and baldness affects both genders in the [...]

Rush, 'The Anarchist' — Song Review

Ryan Reed — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 01:39:44 +0000

One of many things that makes Rush so consistently rewarding is that they stick with what they do well -- more than likely, Geddy Lee won't form an electronic side project any time soon, and it's a safe bet Alex Lifeson won't switch over to steel guitar. 'The Anarchist,' the anthemic third single from the excellent 'Clockwork Angels,' is a perfect example of Rush reveling in the many things Rush do well.

SnoBar Alcoholic Ice Cream Has a Full Cocktail in Every Serving

Eric Rogell — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 22:26:57 +0000

For anyone who has ever sat down to a hot fudge sundae and thought, "You know, this is really delicious, but I really wish it could get me drunk," we give you SnoBar, the new alcohol-infused ice cream and ice pops with a full shot in every serving.

When Does Daylight Savings Time Start in 2013

Rodeo Rick — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 18:57:10 +0000

The days are getting longer and spring will soon be here. With the pending arrival of spring, you might be wondering - When Does Daylight Savings Time begin?

Stevie Nicks + Sound City Players, 'You Can't Fix This' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 19:44:46 +0000

Stevie Nicks leads Dave Grohl and the Sound City Players on 'You Can't Fix This,' a song inspired by the death of the Fleetwood Mac singer's godson. The group recently performed a slower, bluesier version of the track from the 'Sound City' soundtrack on 'The Late Show with David Letterman.' It's best experienced live.