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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 ...
Syndicated Author Mar 12, 2024
Join us for Chilly, Blues & Brews at The B.O.B. on March 23
WLAV FM and The B.O.B. welcome you to Chilly, Blues & Brews (East) on Saturday, March 23 at The B.O.B. The day’s events will include a chili cook-off, hot pepper eating contest, live blues, ...
Syndicated Author Mar 04, 2024
Kansas Drummer Recovering From Heart Attack
Kansas drummer Phil Ehart is recovering from a major heart attack.The band shared the news on social media on Friday, announcing that “there is no timetable for his return to the road.”Phi...
Syndicated Author Feb 25, 2024
Lenten fish fries start Friday in West Michigan
Organizations around West Michigan are hosting Lenten fish fries leading up to Easter, offering a variety of options for people staying away from meat on Fridays. Numerous churches and community cente...
Syndicated Author Feb 12, 2024
Country Singer Toby Keith dead at 62
Reports are saying country singer Toby Keith is dead at the age of 62 after battling stomach cancer. pic.twitter.com/NfdLKGLQQe— Toby Keith (@tobykeith) February 6, 2024Keith was responsible for...
Syndicated Author Feb 06, 2024
Talking Heads Turn Down $80M Offer To Reunite
The Talking Heads have reportedly turned down an $80 million offer to reunite for six to eight shows.That's according to Billboard, which reports the offer was made by concert promoter Live Nation. Th...
Syndicated Author Feb 04, 2024
Owner of Fat Boy selling restaurant after 70 years of service
A Grand Rapids staple could soon be changing hands. FOX 17 is reporting that the owner of Fat Boy is selling the business, but looking for a special person to take over. Owner Matt Urbane says he̵...
Syndicated Author Jan 30, 2024
“Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” Tops Billboard Hot 100 for Second Week
Brenda Lee's holiday classic "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree" is, once again, the biggest song in the United States.The track has topped the 'Billboard' Hot 100 for the second week in a row.Last we...
Syndicated Author Dec 12, 2023
Paul McCartney & Wings Releasing 50th Anniversary Edition Of ‘Band On The Run’
Paul McCartney has something special planned for the 50th anniversary of Wings’ Band On The Run.An expanded anniversary edition will be released early next year, including “underdubbedR...
Syndicated Author Dec 04, 2023

The Rolling Stones Announce Hackney Diamonds Tour ’24 U.S Dates
The Rolling Stones have announced they are going back on the road with a brand-new tour performing in 16 cities across the U.S. and Canada. Fans can expect to experience Mick, Keith and Ronnie play th...
Syndicated Author Nov 21, 2023

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Rock History (OCT 19-25)
Historic events this week from Tom Petty, Bob Dylan, Meat Loaf, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, Paul McCartney and John MellencampOCTOBER 19, 1979: DAMN THE TORP...
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Rock History (OCT 12-18)
Historic events from Fleetwood Mac, INXS, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Tom Petty and FacesOCTOBER 12, 1979: FLEETWOOD MAC'S TUSK Fleetwood Mac followed up R...
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