Date archive: January 2013
First Canned Beer Went On Sale 78 Years Ago Today.
Now this is some trivia I can dig on. I can’t tell you how many cans of beer I’ve gone through, but I can tell you the origin of the can: If you’ve ever drank beer out of a can, you can thank Gottfried Krueger Brewery. They were the first ones, 78 years ago today,…
40 Years Ago: KISS Plays First Show
On January 30th, 1973 less than 10 people witnessed the first live performances by Kiss at the Popcorn Club, in Queens, NY. According to Gene Simmons the band got paid $50 to play two sets. As you can see in this photograph from that era, the band’s trademark facepaint and costumes were still in the working phase. Since…
Not Watching The Super Bowl? Activities That Cost Less on Super Bowl Sunday.
Not watching the Super Bowl? For one, you’re a weirdo. Anyway, here are 5 things that are cheaper things to do, rather than watch the big game. (According to Yahoo) 1) Go to the theater. Broadway shows tend to be less expensive on Super Bowl night. For example, ticket prices to Wicked’s 7 p.m. performance…
A RUSH lullaby.. No.
I remember the good old days when Rock and Roll was evil.. What’s wrong with the world? I’m reading in the news today about a new release from RUSH! Awesome right? WRONG! Rush fans can now lull their little ones to sleep with the soothing sounds of “Fly By Night,” “Tom Sawyer,” and “Limelight,” in the…
I think the they should remake Smokey and The Bandit
First I should point out that there was absolutely NOTHING wrong with the original. Easily one of my top 10 favorite movies of all time. But I’m also a HUGE sucker for remakes. I’m still looking for the other guy who loved the new A-Team movie. The reason this came up was our pal Dave the Mechanic…
Coachella 2013 FINALLY announced!
Ready to rock out for Coachella this year? It gets bigger every year, now taking place over TWO weekends. While there are a LOT of modern and younger bands at the show, I was stoked to see some classic artists on there as well for 2013. Jello Biafra of 70′s punk band The Dead…
Not EVERYTHING in the 80′s was awesome..
Ok who am I kidding? of COURSE it was! With Valentines Day just around the corner, this video just proves that love knows no greater decade than the 1980s. Tell me that a small part of you doesnt wish you could still throw down with finger less gloves and a denim jacket. …
Just in time for the Super Bowl!
I can say that right? Or do I have to call it the “big game”? Oh well. I guess I’ll find out. Anywho, I think it’s safe to say that we are living in the greatest time to be alive. If there is any doubt, you clearly have not seen the latest youtube craziness called…
Discount tickets for the Parade of Homes!
Today is the one day ticket sale for the the 23rd Annual St. George Area Parade of Homes! Tickets are on sale for only $10, TODAY ONLY! Click here to buy your tickets. It’s the 2nd time in Parade of Homes history that tickets have gone on sale! Take advantage and get your passes to the most beautiful,one-of-a kind homes…
I’m Over “Harbowl 1″
So the teams for the Super Bowl are set. The San Francisco 49ers & the Baltimore Ravens. Personally, if you’ve listened to my show you know I’m a die hard Cowboys fan, so I don’t really care who wins in the end. My beef however is with this whole “Harbowl” nonsense. I mean, I get…