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Vote in the first round of Loudwire's March Madness: Decades of Destruction bracket tournament.

Michigan kids are turning everyday trash into creative, hilarious sculptures. At a recent Eco-Art contest, even a 6-year-old built a winning robot out of recycled materials. Check out these imaginative creations!

A jury has ruled in favor of a former OB/GYN resident who was terminated during maternity leave, awarding her more than $10 million.

Flint locals are buzzing with excitement as a beloved burger joint plans its comeback on Saginaw Street. Can you smell those onion rings already?

After Conan O'Brien cracked a Kid Rock joke in his Oscars monologue, Rock has since responded.

A house fire in Burton Saturday evening left a family without a home and killed five of their pets while they were away. Investigators say the fire started in the kitchen.

Let's hop in the way back machine and visit 1986 when R.E.M., The Smiths and more were ruling the college rock airwaves.

Get ready for a night of laughter and heartfelt stories as Rick Mahorn takes the stage in Lapeer this April.

Do you prefer The Black Crowes' 'Shake Your Money Maker' or their more recent 'A Pound of Feathers'? Vote your favorite in this week's Chuck's Fight Club poll on Loudwire Nights.

Korn are making their way back to Europe and the U.K. with Architects, Youth Code and Pixel Grip for tour dates later this year.

People can — and will — make a guitar out of just about anything.

We have your chance to win signed vinyl and concert tickets from the Black Crowes!

Get all the details on the Metallica frontman's engagement.

Why a Virginia marching band director might be "addicted" to tattoos after his squad had a strong finish in a recent Metallica contest.

Traverse City is gearing up for a century of cherry-filled memories with music, fun, and iconic fireworks lighting up the sky this July.

A Tuscola County woman nearly missed winning $3.98M until a family text asked: “Are you the winner?” She scanned her tickets and realized her life had just changed.

Cougar sightings in Michigan have been increasing in recent years. Now researchers may try capturing and tracking one to better understand how these big cats are using the Upper Peninsula.

Actor Javier Bardem named the heavy bands he'd play if he were the DJ during a red carpet interview at the 2026 Oscar Awards.

Sam A. Davis is making waves in Hollywood, but his heart still beats for Pottersville, where community spirit shines bright.

Faith leaders across Mid-Michigan are strengthening security after recent violence targeting houses of worship.

NOFX guitarist Eric Melvin claims he did not take legal action against Fat Mike and he joined the band at their documentary premiere over the weekend.

These prog metal bands started out with their strongest efforts!

A woman with ties to Michigan is currently on the U.S. Marshals Most Wanted list and investigators say she may still be alive.

Randy Blythe outlines three things we can be doing that would make for a more positive world to live in.

One of the strangest parades in America returns to Detroit this month. The Marche du Nain Rouge invites people to dress up, make noise, and symbolically chase a mythical red demon out of the city.

Former Motorhead guitarist Phil Campbell passed away over the weekend, and many rockers and fans (including the band itself) have paid tribute to him.

It's the decade that saw the genre explode into mainstream success.

White shared the tragic news on Instagram over the weekend.

Ever wondered when the best time to hit Walmart is? Spoiler alert: it’s all about avoiding those weekend crowds.

Howell’s downtown is once again in the running for the nation’s top main street. Voting is open through April 6, giving locals a chance to help it climb higher than last year’s No. 4 spot.