Hey, guys! I grew up listening to classical music, opera and musical theater, but somewhere along the way, discovered rock and metal. Hearing bands like Nirvana, A Perfect Circle, AFI, RED and Seether opened up a new world to me, and I’ve worked in the music business ever since. I graduated with a Master of Arts Degree in Theatre from Michigan State University and started working as a reporter for Gannett Michigan. I also scored my first radio job on an alternative station in Michigan. Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of interviewing Billy Corgan, Slash, Zakk Wylde, Metallica's Kirk Hammett and many more. Fun fact: I don’t like going to the movies. I can't sit still that long! Thanks for listening, and God bless!
Anne Erickson
The Machine Shop’s July Schedule Rocks with Devour the Day, Ironsnake and More
Last month's Machine Shop schedule brought heavy-hitting performances from Wayne Static, Trapt, Saving Abel, Scott Stapp and Sevendust. July is proving to be another awesome month for the Flint music venue with a handful of shows left until August kicks in.
Read on for a look at the Machine Shop's July roster, and keep rocking!
2014 Fireworks Displays in or Near Flint and Genesee County
Want to know when and where you can see the fireworks this year in (or near) Flint and Genesee County - find out here!
Summer Solstice Fast Facts
Today is summer solstice, the first official day of summer and also the longest day of the year! The only bad thing about Summer Solstice is that after today, the days will start getting shorter again and nights longer. Unless you're a vampire or bat, that's probably not a great thing.
5 Things to Avoid Doing When Text Messaging
I text. A lot. Maybe too much, or so my friends say.
That said, there are a few things people do when they text that are pretty annoying. Read on for 5 Things to Avoid Doing When Text Messaging-- things that drive the people I know a little crazy.
Old Newsboys of Flint Marking 90 Years with ‘Christmas in July’ Celebration
This year, Old Newsboys of Flint celebrates 90 years of helping needy children in Genesee County. To date, more than 775,000 children have received gifts from Santa via the Old Newsboys.
In honor of turning 90, the Newsboys have added a summer event, "Christmas in July," this year to celebrate and to raise money for the its chief programs.
5 Killer Machine Shop Shows This June
Summer is finally here, and while that's great news for outdoor concerts, sometimes indoor venues take a little break during the summer months.
Not Flint's Machine Shop! This June's Machine Shop calendar is packed with great rock shows, so if the weather is hot outside, the music inside will be even hotter.
Anne Uncovers the Banana DJs’ Musical Guilty Pleasures [VIDEO]
Everybody has their musical guilty pleasures. You know, those really bad songs that you’d never willingly admit to liking, but secretly rock out to when nobody is watching.
Well, I found myself alone in the studio over Memorial Day weekend and couldn’t believe the kind of music my coworkers have been hiding all this time. Watch the video and be astonished!
Flint Students Make Moving Video About Memorial Day [VIDEO]
It's Memorial Day weekend, which means it's a time to honor to those heroes who have lost their lives serving the United States of America.
Students and community members from Saint John Vianney Catholic School in Flint (where my uncle used to work, actually!) got together for their annual flag-raising ceremony this week, which is always a touching tribute.
5 Surprising Health Benefits of Coffee
If you need a cup of coffee (or five) to get yourself going in the morning, good news: Coffee is actually good for you! Recent studies show the antioxidant-packed drink can help lower the risk of certain diseases.
Here are just a few health benefits of coffee from American Live Wire:
MERS Makes First U.S. Showing
MERS is here. The first U.S. case of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) has been reported in Indiana, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Tips for Surviving Seasonal Allergies
Spring is here, which is awesome! That also means allergy season is here, which is not awesome. As someone who has seasonal allergies, I always appreciate some guidance on how to keep those stinkin' allergies under control.
Anne Erickson’s Top 5 Easter Candies
Happy Easter! This is actually my favorite holiday, and it has some of my favorite candy to go with it. I mean, who doesn't love Peeps? Even if you don't like the taste, it's difficult to deny their cuteness.
Here are my Top 5 Favorite Easter Candies: