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The Unreleased AC/DC Song German Metal Band Accept Managed to Cover in 1980, “I’m a Rebel”

By the late 1960s, Alex Young (1938-1997), older brother of AC/DC guitarists Angus Young and Malcolm Young, was writing songs for his pop band Grapefruit, along with the British singer Gerry Marsden, and Tramp, which featured Mick Fleetwood in its …

Sammy Hagar’s Simple Plea to Alex Van Halen: “Just Leave Me Alone”

The personal strife between Sammy Hagar and Alex Van Halen seemingly stems all the way back to Hagar’s entry into Van Halen in 1985. The robust reason for the conflict is not entirely clear, however, Hagar and Van Halen have cited creative differences and …

Sammy Hagar Thinks He Knows Why Alex Van Halen Won’t Speak to Him

Though Sammy Hagar and Eddie Van Halen mended fences before the guitarist's death, Hagar has remained estranged from Van Halen drummer Alex Van Halen and during a discussion with Rolling Stone he revealed why he thinks the drummer has shunned …

Sammy Hagar talks Eddie Van Halen closure, new music before Stagecoach set

Sammy Hagar performed a "kick-ass" set at Stagecoach 2025, connecting with an older, hard-rock loving audience. Hagar premiered his new song "Encore, Thank You, Goodnight," a tribute to the late Eddie Van Halen, inspired by a vivid …

SAMMY HAGAR To ALEX VAN HALEN: 'Just Leave Me Alone. I'll Leave You Alone. Everything's Good.'

In a new interview with Rolling Stone, Sammy Hagar spoke about his relationship with his former VAN HALEN bandmate Alex Van Halen, who hasn't spoken with Hagar in 21 years, and refused to even mention Sammy by name in his recent memoir, "Brothers…

Sammy Hagar shades Alex Van Halen over 21-year feud — knows why he won’t speak to him

They don’t rock with each other anymore. Alex Van Halen hasn’t spoken to his former Van Halen bandmate Sammy Hagar in 21 years. And he didn’t even mention the singer’s name in his 2024 memoir “Brothers.” Hagar — who replaced original lead singer David Lee …

“Weren’t acceptable”: The Van Halen member their producer wanted to replace

(Credits: Far Out / UCLA) There are moments in music that a lot of people often find themselves jealous that they missed out on. For many, one of these intrinsic moments is the first time Van Halen ever played together. They weren’t just a new band; …

Sammy Hagar’s Message to Alex Van Halen: ‘Just Leave Me Alone’

Sammy Hagar is moving on from the long-standing discourse with his former Van Halen bandmate, Alex Van Halen. During a recent interview with Rolling Stone, the Red Rocker seemed resigned to the fact that he and the drummer will remain estranged. “Al, you’ …

The guitarist Eddie Van Halen called “standalone”

(Credits: Far Out / Carl Lender) If one band were to be credited with inventing 1980s hair metal, no one could argue against California’s Van Halen. Formed in Pasadena in 1973 as a counter to the era’s earnest singer-songwriter hangover, a pilfering of …

Sammy Hagar speculates on why Alex Van Halen won’t talk to him

Sammy Hagar has said his new song “Encore, Thank You, Good Night,” was inspired by a dream he had about Eddie Van Halen, but it turns out Eddie’s not the only Van Halen he’s been dreaming about. “I hate to say it, but I dreamt about Alex the other night, …

Halestorm singer Lzzy Hale gushes about how it's an "honor" to be the only woman to perform at Black Sabbath’s final ...

Lzzy Hale, the powerhouse vocalist and guitarist of the Grammy-winning rock band Halestorm, recently opened up about the profound honor she felt when she was invited to perform at Black Sabbath’s final show. On April 22, 2025, during a video interview with …

Lzzy Hale Says It’s an “Honor” to Be the Only Woman Performing at Black Sabbath’s Final Show

Source: YouTube When Black Sabbath takes the stage for the final time, they won’t be alone—rock powerhouse Lzzy Hale will be right there with them. And not only is she bringing her signature fire, she’s also making history. Hale is the only woman booked to …

Popular metal band ‘on the shelf’ for ‘many reasons,’ lead singer says

A Grammy Award-nominated metal band is taking a pause, according to its lead singer. Code Orange’s Jami Morgan said in an interview on the Nik Nocturnal Podcast that his band is on hiatus following “a series of circumstances.” “Code Orange is on the shelf …

Black Sabbath pub owners insist progress being made on restoration plans - but anger remains

The owners of a pub described as the birthplace of Black Sabbath insisted progress was being made on restoring the venue - but their latest move has angered campaigners. The Crown Inn in Station Street, known as the venue where the iconic Birmingham band …

Sammy Hagar details dream that inspired Eddie Van Halen tribute song

Sammy Hagar to Alex Van Halen: ‘Just Leave Me Alone. I’ll Leave You Alone’

Late last week, Sammy Hagar shared his new song “Encore, Thank You, Goodnight,” which he claims he wrote in a dream with Eddie Van Halen. “This was one hundred percent a communication from the beyond,” Hagar told Rolling Stone. “There is no question about …

Halestorm’s Lzzy Hale says it’s an “honour” to be the only woman performing at Black Sabbath’s farewell show

Halestorm singer/guitarist Lzzy Hale has commented on being the only woman booked to play at Black Sabbath’s final show. The Pennsylvania-born musician will take the stage both with her band and as part of an all-star ‘supergroup’ at the Back To The …

Metallica Announce Long Awaited ‘Load’ Remaster Deluxe Boxset

Metallica, portrait, Berlin, Germany, 9th October 1996. (Photo by Niels van Iperen/Getty Images)Getty Images Metallica has finally announced the deluxe remaster for their notorious 1996 LP, Load. The news comes from the band’s social media pages, where …

On This Day in 2023, Morgan Wallen Broke Metallica’s Long String of No. 1 Albums

On this day (April 29) in 2023, Metallica’s 11th studio album, 72 Seasons, debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 Albums chart. It would be the first time since 1988 that one of their albums didn’t reach the top of the chart. Their streak ended because an …

Statement from USHBC President & CEO Javier Palomarez on the First 100 Days of the Trump Administration

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the first 100 days of President Trump’s second term, Javier Palomarez, President and CEO of the United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC), issued the …

Tampa Florida's Krewe of Europa Teaming up with Stop Soldier Suicide for major fundraiser

Helping those who gave all TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tampa Florida based Krewe of Europa is teaming up with Stop Soldier Suicide for the Bay Area Brave event. SSS is the only national nonprofit focused …

Braver Angels to Host Debate in Dearborn on Class Politics and Political Realignment

DEARBORN, MI, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Metro Detroit, the heartbeat of American industry, is the perfect backdrop for a conversation about who truly represents the working class. On Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM …

Lawmakers Kickoff Cannabis Unity Week as Advocates Return to Capitol Hill to Call for Federal Cannabis Reform

The Cannabis Unity Coalition Hosts Multi-Day Activism Event that Includes a Press Conference, Lobby Day, and White House Rally to Free Those Still Incarcerated WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Download Photos + …

Pose for the Rose: A Global Call for Peace and Healing

Earth Day, final message from Pope Francis, and anniversary of the Fall of Saigon inspire initiative to plant hope, not landmines. COBB, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Roots of Peace Founder and World Food Prize Laureate …

Pennsylvania Dental Association honors Rep. Greg Scott

HARRISBURG, PA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 26, the Pennsylvania Dental Association (PDA) presented Rep. Greg Scott with the Kay F. Thompson Outstanding Legislator Award during its annual business meeting at the …

Former Prime Minister’s Adviser Highlights the Power of Journalists in Policy Change

LONDON, GREAT LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Beatrice Timpson, a former Special Adviser to the Prime Minister and multiple Secretaries of State, shares unique insights into the often-underestimated influence of …

CCHF Calls on President Trump to Withdraw May 7 REAL ID Enforcement Deadline

Citizens' Council for Health Freedom (CCHF) Sends Letter Urging Rescission of Federal REAL ID Rules ST. PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the May 7th REAL ID deadline looming, Citizens’ Council for Health …

300 Pastors, Rabbis, and Faith Leaders Unite to Rally Support for Israel and Jewish People in Congress

300 Pastors, Rabbis, and Faith Leaders Unite to Rally Support for Israel and Jewish People in Congress from Monday, May 5, through Wednesday, May 7, 2025. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Three hundred …

Adam D’Angelo to lead Acuity’s Technology Solutions Group

Technology leader D’Angelo joins government IT consulting firm Acuity as Vice President of Technology Solutions RESTON, VA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acuity, Inc. today announced technology leader Adam D’Angelo has …

Center for Public Sector AI Launches AI 50 to Recognize Top State and Local Government Innovators

New annual list celebrates leaders and organizations using AI to deliver smarter, more impactful public services SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Center for Public Sector AI (CPSAI), a division of e. …

Rhode Island Man Pleads Guilty to Cockfighting Charges

Onill Vazquez Lozada of Providence, Rhode Island, pleaded guilty today to two counts of possessing, sponsoring, and exhibiting birds in an animal fighting venture in violation of the Animal Welfare Act. As part of his plea, Lozada admitted that on April 27 …

California Man Pleads Guilty to Operating an Illegal Gambling Business, Tax Evasion, and Money Laundering

A California man pleaded guilty today to operating an illegal gambling business, tax evasion, and money laundering. According to court documents and statements made in court, Christopher Scott King, of Santa Monica, California, operated an illegal …

San Jose Engineer Pleads Guilty to Bombings of PG&E Transformers, Causing Property Damage and Widespread Power Outages

Peter Karasev, 38, a U.S. citizen residing in San Jose, pleaded guilty in the Northern District of California today to federal charges related to two separate bombings of PG&E electrical transformers in late 2022 and early 2023. Karasev was indicted on …

Arizona Man Sentenced to Prison for COVID-19 and Tax Fraud

An Arizona man was sentenced to 4 years in prison for filing false tax returns and loan applications to obtain COVID-19 disaster relief. According to court documents and evidence presented in court, to create the appearance that he was operating several …

Justice Department Dismisses Half Century Old Louisiana Consent Decree

In 1966, the United States sued Plaquemines Parish School Board seeking to desegregate its schools. By 1975, the Court found the schools had been properly integrated, but the case was never removed from the Court system. Thus, for nearly a half century the …

Court Enjoins Arizona Animal Drug Manufacturer from Distributing Unapproved Drugs

A federal court ordered an Arizona company to stop distributing unapproved animal drugs that violate the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FDCA), the Department of Justice announced. In a civil complaint filed on August 29, 2023, in the U.S. District …

Hearing Wrap Up: DOD Must Obtain Clean Audit to Protect Taxpayer Dollars, Ensure Military Readiness

WASHINGTON—The Subcommittee on Government Operations  today held a hearing on “Tracking Progress: Updates to DOD’s Financial Management Scorecard.” After failing seven financial audits, members examined the Department of Defense’s (DoD) progress towards …

Burlison: Under President Trump, Manufacturing is Coming Back to the United States

WASHINGTON—Today, Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs Chairman Eric Burlison (R-Mo.) delivered an opening statement at a hearing titled “Made in the USA: Igniting the Industrial Renaissance of the United States.” During …

Timmons Opens Hearing on Addressing Unauthorized Drone Activity Over Military Installations

WASHINGTON—Today, Subcommittee on Military and Foreign Affairs Chairman William Timmons (R-S.C.) delivered opening remarks at “Securing the Skies: Addressing Unauthorized Drone Activity Over Military Installations.” In his opening statement, Chairman …