Caroline’s Spine Fan Photos from The Machine Shop

Check out the pics from last night’s Caroline's Spine show at The Machine Shop. Tony Labrie and the Banana crew were out early to see openers 2 Headed Chan and Westfall.

Halestorm (SOLD OUT) Fan Photos from The Machine Shop

Check out the pics from the Halestorm (SOLD OUT) show at The Machine Shop 5/18/2012. Chris Monroe and the Banana crew were out early for the meet and greet with Halestorm and to see openers Stealing Betty, and Tripp N Dixie

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Westfall to Open for Caroline’s Spine Tonight [VIDEO]

Tonight one of my favorite bands will be at The Machine Shop, Caroline's Spine. To make this deal even sweeter, one of my favorite local bands will be opening up, Westfall. If you've yet to see these guys, make it a plan to show up early to do so. Also tonight, Two Head Chan will be warming up the night with an all acoustic performance. Check out Westfall's video for "Industrial Rodent" after the jump.

Old Man With Chainsaw Demonstrates Proper Way to Open a Beer Bottle

There are all sorts of ways to open a bottle of beer if you don’t have a proper opener — Lighters, silverware, belt buckles, your teeth, your friend’s teeth etc. These days, the cool kids are actually using iPad chargers to gain access to their bottled brews.

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Black Sabbath Cut Bill Ward Out of Classic Photos on Updated Website

When original Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward finally made the official announcement that he would not be joining the band for what would have been metal’s biggest reunion, the decision seemed to be more business-related instead of personal. However, Black Sabbath have now made the split with Ward very personal, as pictures of the drummer have been removed from the band’s vintage photo gallery.

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Fantone’s Friday Top 5: Flint Food

Talk all the junk you want to about Flint, but you can't deny there is some delicious food in the 810.  Check out my top 5 of food you can only get in Flint.

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Caroline’s Spine Return to The Machine Shop Tonight

I've been a big fan of Caroline's Spine since way back in 1997. There was just something different about these guys that I really like, whether it's the lyrics or just the unique voice of Jimmy Newquist. It's not very often that we get to watch the band perform but tonight we get that rare opportunity at The Machine Shop. Also performing will be Westfall and Two Headed Chan. For details or to get tickets, click here.

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Phil Anselmo ‘Not Too Sold’ on Zakk Wylde Playing in Potential Pantera Reunion

Pantera are one of the very few bands whose power and influence has remained legendary for decades. As Pantera consistently remain one of the most discussed bands in metal history, the subject of a partial reunion comes up fairly regularly. However, the question remains — who would fill the spot of the late, great “Dimebag” Darrell Abbott?

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Evanescence, Chevelle + Halestorm Set To Rock 2012 Carnival of Madness Tour

The 2012 Carnival of Madness lineup has been announced and with female fronted bands Evanescence and Halestorm leading the charge, the annual tour is chock full of girl power. But there’s room for the gents, too, as Chevelle and New Medicine round out the bill, serving up a stellar lineup of today’s best acts in modern hard rock.

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Sea Lion Vehicle Makes All Your James Bond Fantasies Come True

Imagine tearing down the highway at 180 mph, then careening off a pier, having your ride transform into a watercraft and burning through the wet stuff at 60 mph. What used to be the stuff of James Bond fantasies is now reality, in the form of the Sea Lion, an amphibious beast created by inventor Marc Witt.

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‘Dominick’s Law’ Passed By State House Toughens Child Abuse Penalties

The story of Dominick Calhoun is a tragic reminder of how vulnerable children are, and how as a community, we need to do everything we can to protect them from abuse.  The Michigan House passed 'Dominick's Law' which will strengthen child abuse penalties, and create penalties for abuse in front of others.

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Dog Keeps Young Girl Alive By Carrying Her Oxygon [VIDEO]

What a beautiful story.  Alida Knobloch is a three year old girl who suffers from Neuroendocrine Hyperplasia of Infancy (NEHI).  NEHI is an Interstitial Lung Disease that causes fast breathing in babies.  This requires little Alida to carry oxygon at all times.  How is a small girl supposed to do that?  With the help of her dog, Mr. Gibbs.  Check out this video of Alida and Mr. Gibbs on the Today show in March.