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CBS to re-air Billy Joel’s 100th concert at Madison Square Garden

Viewers of “The 100th: Billy Joel at Madison Square Garden” were left fuming when CBS cut to local news during the Piano Man’s “Piano Man”. CBS blamed the delay from the 2024 Masters Tournament for the early ending, angering fans who took their frustration straight to social media. However, CBS ultimately apologized for the error…MORE

OJ Simpson dead at age 76

Multiple outlets are reporting that former NFL star OJ Simpson has passed away. According to his X account, he was battling cancer. Simpson was an icon known for his days playing football as well as the famous murder trial from 1995.MORE

Bruce Springsteen helps out young fan by signing absent note

Bruce Springsteen made a young fan’s day during a concert in San Francisco by signing an absentee note so the fan could skip school the next day. The musician also performed ‘Light Of Day’ for the first time on his current tour. Springsteen recently resumed his world tour after health concerns forced him to postpone…MORE

Roger Daltrey Says He’s On His Way Out

The Who frontman Roger Daltrey is addressing his mortality, weeks after his 80th birthday. In a new interview, the rocker discussed his decision to step down as the curator of the annual Teenage Cancer Trust charity concerts. He explained, “I have to be realistic. I’m on my way out. The average life expectancy is 83…MORE

Join us for a Steven Tyler birthday celebration

Join us for a Steven Tyler birthday celebration

This weekend, we salute one of the biggest icons in classic rock. Join Classic Rock 97 LAV as we celebrate the birthday of Aerosmith frontman, Steven Tyler. We’ll be doing double shots of Aerosmith to kick off every hour, all weekend long. While you’re listening this weekend, be sure to register to win an Aerosmith…MORE

Register for the GVSU Golf Outing on May 30th!

On this beautiful sunny day in Michigan wanted to get the word out that our GVSU Athletics Fund Golf Outing will be held on Thursday, May 30, at The Meadows. Again this year there will be a 7:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. flight. Sponsorships are available and registration is open! REGISTER TODAY: www.gvsu.edu/athletics/gvsuaf24MORE

Grand Rapids named ‘Beer City’ for fourth consecutive year

According to a report from 13 On Your Side, USA Today has named Grand Rapids the best beer city in America once again as part of their “10 Best Readers’ Choice” of 2024. Make it four in a row now for the city home to countless breweries. USA Today cited both Founders Brewing Company and…MORE