Yearly Archives: 2017

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting urged Congress and President Trump on Thursday to reconsider the proposal to eliminate all federal funding to them, which supports NPR and PBS. PBS and NPR are ready to fight budget cuts

McDonald’s main Twitter account tweeted out some unflattering words for President Donald Trump.  McDonalds deleted the tweet shortly after stating that they had been hacked. McDonald’s tweets, deletes message to Trump: ‘You’re disgusting’ Via rss.cnn.com 03/16/2017 11:19

Credit: Payley PhotographyThe Zombies have invaded the U.S. for a special tour marking the 50th anniversary of the recording of Odessey and Oracle that kicks off tonight in Glendale, Pennsylvania. The trek will feature the four surviving

As is true with most county seats the courthouse is the center attraction. Not true with the first Baxter County courthouse, known today as the Casey House which was the courthouse in 1873, located near the fair

Last week we featured a picture of the square at the turn of the century. When comparing these two pictures one can realize the devastation Mountain Home felt after this storm. The Methodist Church, a two story

The Turnbo General Store played a big roll in the lives of many people in and around Three Brothers, AR. which is about 11 miles north of Mountain Home on Hwy 5. Formerly The Wallace (or Wallis)

The old wooden ferry at Norfork, Arkansas, first started operating in the early 1940’s. Sid Hutcheson built it to carry folks across the White River from Martin Springs and the remote Leatherwoods beyond. Most ferries in those

Kevin Mazur/Getty ImagesPrince’s first wife Mayte Garcia is opening up about her marriage to the music icon and the loss of their newborn son, which she says her husband never got over. In her upcoming memoir, The Most Beautiful: My

Credit: Joseph GuayOn March 25, Elton John will turn the big 7-0, and he’ll be marking that milestone in style with a big party in Los Angeles. The Hammer Museum in L.A., in conjunction with Elton’s AIDS

Tim Mosenfelder/Getty ImagesLast year, Van Halen fans got hopeful about the prospects for a potential reunion featuring Sammy Hagar after Hagar reached out to guitarist Eddie Van Halen via Twitter to wish him a Happy Birthday, and

ABC/Fred WatkinsArtists-rights organization ASCAP will honor Stevie Wonder for his lifetime contributions to music with its inaugural “Key of Life” Award next month at the 2017 ASCAP “I Create Music” EXPO.   The music legend also will take part in a

John Stillwell – WPA Pool/Getty ImagesCall him Sir Ray now.  Founding Kinks frontman Ray Davies was knighted Thursday by Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace in London, The Daily Mail reports. The 72-year-old Rock & Roll Hall of

Sony Red/GPE RecordsPatti LaBelle will release her first studio album in more than eight years, Bel Hommage [belle oh-MAHJ], on May 5. The record marks the soul/R&B legend’s first foray into jazz, and features 13 of her

Credit: Ross HalfinAerosmith has lined up its first U.S. concert of the year — an April 2 headlining show at Margaret T. Hance Park in Phoenix as part of the 2017 NCAA March Madness Music Festival. The

Despite the Jets offering Dont’a Hightower 12 million dollars per season and cupcakes on his birthday, he’s decided to stick with New England to try his luck for ring number 3. The Steelers were also in the

It’s been concluded in a almost six-month investigation that former Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez was the operator of the speeding boat that crashed and killed Fernandez and two others in September. It has also been confirmed that

Music fans who attended the 2017 SXSW received a pleasant surprise. Willie Nelson took the stage around 9:30pm at the showcase in Austin TX playing a dozen songs.  Willie Nelson Makes Surprise Appearance at SXSW 2017 [Watch]

When we think about famous country couples, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill immediately comes to our minds.This photo gallery includes Luke Bryan, Justin Moore, and others.  Undying Love: See Pictures of Country Music’s Most Adorable Couples Via

US District Judge Derrick Watson of Hawaii has blocked the latest version of the Trump administration’s travel ban, saying it likely violates First Amendment protections. Trump travel ban: US judge blocks new executive order Via www.bbc.co.uk 03/15/2017

US lawmakers say they have not seen any evidence that President Barack Obama wiretapped Donald Trump. Adam Schiff, the panel’s top Democrat stated “To date I’ve seen no evidence that supports the claim that President Trump made

Dave J Hogan/Getty ImagesAn operatic version of Pink Floyd‘s The Wall will get its U.S. premiere at the Cincinnati Opera next year. Another Brick in the Wall — The Opera, had its world premiere last Saturday at

John Phillips/Getty ImagesThe full Rock in Rio festival lineup is out and it’s a doozy. According to an announcement on the festival’s website, The Who, Guns N’ Roses, Aerosmith, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Bon Jovi are

Credit: Jess GriffinHeart frontwoman Ann Wilson launched a U.S. solo tour earlier this month, and now the powerhouse vocalist is giving fans the chance to check out one of her upcoming shows for free online. The Rock

Credit: Kristin BurnsEarlier this year, Fleetwood Mac‘s Lindsey Buckingham and Christine McVie revealed that they’ve recorded a duets album that’s tentatively scheduled to be released in May. The project features contributions from the entire Fleetwood Mac lineup

Courtesy of The Actors’ GangJackson Browne will launch a new North American solo tour on April 5 in Hershey, Pennsylvania, but before that, the acclaimed singer/songwriter will take part in a few charitable events. On March 22

Rick Diamond/Getty Images for The WhoThe Who‘s Pete Townshend has written a new song that’ll be featured in the upcoming U.K. touring version of the stage production based on the band’s classic 1969 rock opera, Tommy, BBC

Rebecca Sapp/WireImageGrammy-winning producer and veteran music executive Tommy LiPuma died on Monday in New York City after a short illness. He was 80. LiPuma produced albums by a wide variety of well-known artists, including Paul McCartney‘s standards

Credit: Joel BernsteinTom Petty and the Heartbreakers have added a new date to their 40th anniversary tour: a headlining performance on the first day of the inaugural Arroyo Seco Weekend festival, which takes place June 24-25 outside

Dave J Hogan/Getty ImagesMichael Stipe will present his first solo composition in the form of an “exclusive audiovisual installation” at this year’s edition of the music, art and technology festival known as Moogfest. According to a press

Credit: Ida Mae AstuteDiana Ross has added two more dates — April 28 and 29 — to her upcoming New York City concert series next month. The Motown legend is already scheduled to entertain concertgoers at the Big

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A former Brazilian soccer player was sentenced to more than two decades in prison for ordering the murder of an ex-girlfriend in 2012, but has been not only released, but has also returned to the sport. He’s

Police have arrested a woman who they say intentionally abandoned her 2-year-old daughter at a market in California. The woman was identified as 31-year-old Chiengkham Vilaysane on Tuesday. She was arrested. California mother seen abandoning toddler in

President Donald Trump made $153 million and paid $38 million in federal taxes in 2005, according to two pages of his federal income tax return that were released by MSNBC. Donald Trump’s 2005 tax return leak reveals

Reel Art PressAs The Zombies prepare to kick off a new North American tour celebrating the upcoming 50th anniversary of their acclaimed 1968 album Odessey and Oracle, the band’s surviving members will participate in a special book

C Flanigan/FilmMagicU2 bassist Adam Clayton has been chosen to receive a prestigious honor at the 13th annual MusiCares MAP Fund benefit concert, which will be held June 26 at the PlayStation Theater in New York City. The

Credit: Myrna SuarezPaul Simon will be hitting the road for a good cause in June. The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer has just announced a series of U.S. dates that, according to the website Mongabay, will

Jimmy Page RecordsAs rock fans continue to wait for new music from Jimmy Page, the Led Zeppelin guitarist has announced plans for a special archival release that will be available exclusively through his official website. Page is

Courtesy of The Royal MailToday is the day that the Royal Mail, the U.K.’s postal agency, released a series of 10 commemorative stamps honoring the late David Bowie. To mark the occasion, the postal service has had

Credit: Timothy WhiteThe northeastern U.S. is currently getting blanketed by snow, but James Taylor might just be out braving the weather in his new utility terrain vehicle. The famed singer/songwriter has posted a video on his official

With four teams left in the Western Hemisphere for the World Baseball Classic, there’s plenty of exciting baseball left. All teams move to San Diego’s Petco Park, where they’ll play a round-robin to determine two semifinalists.  World

With four teams left in the Western Hemisphere for the World Baseball Classic, there’s plenty of exciting baseball left. All teams move to San Diego’s Petco Park, where they’ll play a round-robin to determine two semifinalists.  World

Predictions for the NCAA tournament bracket are here. As always there’s going to be sleepers, Cinderella stories, and disappointing favorites.  Simulation bracket: Predicted NCAA tournament Cinderellas, sleepers and busts Via rssfeeds.usatoday.com 03/14/2017 7:33 AM   Al Sermeno

Country star Toby Keith continues to defend his decision to perform at president Donald Trump’s inauguration back in Jan 2017. He said “there’s no reason not to do it”.  Toby Keith Is ‘Stronger’ After Trump Inauguration Backlash

If you’re a big fan of the Nashville series then you must review this list. CMT has put together a list of all 26 different songs featured on the new Nashville season. The Music From Nashville on

Rick Diamond/Getty ImagesJohn Mellencamp teams up with Hootie and the Blowfish frontman-turned-solo country star Darius Rucker for the latest installment of CMT Crossroads, which premieres Friday, March 24, at 10 p.m. ET. The show features Mellencamp and

Joel Fried/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — Gregg Allman has canceled all his tour dates for 2017. A note posted to Allman’s website on Monday reads: “It has been determined that Gregg will not be touring in 2017.  For

ABCMash-Up Mondays returned to Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Monday night with the most successful female band of all time, the Go-Go’s teaming with quirky power pop rockers OK Go— to form OK GO-GO’S. Together the groups mixed up

Police received a tip on Monday that a car matching the description of Alisa Summers’ had been spotted. Police found the car at a home where they rescued the woman from the garage. Florida mom reportedly abducted

Presidential spokesman Sean Spicer said the president wasn’t using the word wiretapping literally when he claimed ex President Obama “wiretapped” him, noting that Trump had put the term in quotation marks. Trump wiretap claims: White House softens

Courtesy of BostonBoston fans hoping to see the group in concert this year are going to be feelin’ satisfied, as the band keeps on expanding its 2017 Hyper Space Tour. After announcing an initial run of shows

Courtesy of AXS TVZZ Top frontman Billy Gibbons will be featured on the next episode of the AXS TV talk show The Big Interview, hosted by veteran newsman Dan Rather, which premieres tonight, March 14, at 8

Alan Silfen; Danny O’ConnorLionel Richie and Todd Rundgren are among the latest artists and music industry figures who will receive honorary doctorates from Boston’s prestigious Berklee College of Music. Richie and Rundgren will be presented with their

AEG PresentsHere’s some news that may just give a whole new meaning to “You Better You Bet”: The Who will be joining the ranks of the many famous rock acts playing Las Vegas residencies. The British rock

Frankie Ballard has shared through Instagram some exciting news, he has married longtime girlfriend Christina Murphy on Sunday. Ballard’s 2017 tour will continue on Thursday in Corpus Christi, Texas.  Frankie Ballard Marries Girlfriend Christina Murphy Via www.cmt.com

Bad weather forced Eric Church to scaled down his set this past Saturday at a concert in Calgary Alberta, Canada. Eric is currently on his Holdin’ My Own Tour and due to a heavy snow storm had

Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Fast CompanyThey’ve got each other, babe. Cher helped a couple get engaged by agreeing to be part of a romantic marriage proposal over the weekend. Florist Jeff Leatham proposed to actor

1988 © Paul McCartney/Photo by Linda McCartneyPaul McCartney has whipped up a special treat for fans in conjunction with the 2017 Record Store Day event, which takes place April 22. The rock legend will be releasing a

The U.S. Olympic Committee officials are reportedly pressuring U.S. gymnastics head, Steve Penny, the head of USA Gymnastics to resign because of the sexual abuse scandal that centers on the team’s doctor. Dr. Larry Nasser was arrested

March Maddness is about to take over and the decisions are more than just looking at matchups. The pro tips can help, but we all know luck is the major key to winning this years bracket.  March

Credit: Scott RitchieFans of Ringo Starr will have the chance to enjoy some peace, love and rock ‘n’ roll on Sunday, March 26, when a new AXS TV special documenting a June 26 concert by the former

Credit: Todd V WolfsonDerek and the Dominos co-founder Bobby Whitlock will hit the road again soon with his wife and longtime collaborator CoCo Carmel. Dubbed The Sparkly Shoes Tour, the nine-date trek begins June 2 in Memphis,

Former Vice President Joe Biden spoke yesterday at the South by Southwest conference in Austin, Texas, where he called the fight against cancer “the only bipartisan thing left in America.” He went on to discuss how his

The Northeast is bracing for an epic late winter storm that is forecast to bring blizzard conditions, damaging winds and the heavy snow that could be measured in feet. Severe storm to hit Northeast Via feeds.foxnews.com 03/13/2017