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Andy Partridge Brings Wit and Bite To MTV’s 120 Minutes Interview In 1992

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In 1992, Andy Partridge sits down for MTV’s 120 Minutes, armed with sardonic charm and a fresh new album—Nonsuch. Between bumpers and adverts, he delivers quips, digs, and unfiltered genius. It’s classic Partridge: thoughtful, irreverent, and never playing by the promo rulebook. One of alt-rock’s sharpest minds, on full display.












Save Ferris and Lit Face Off in 2001 Game Show Pilot ‘Rock Feud’

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In 2001, Rock Feud puts a headbanging twist on Family Feud with Save Ferris and Lit squaring off in a trivia showdown for the ages. Hosted by future MADtv star Johnny A. Sanchez, the pilot blends laughs, loud guitars, and lightning-fast questions. It’s Rock & Roll Jeopardy! with attitude, distortion, and a whole lot of fun.












Three Men in a Boat Sets Sail with Michael Palin, Tim Curry, and Stephen Moore (1975)

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In 1975, Three Men in a Boat paddles its way into comedy greatness with Michael Palin, Tim Curry, and Stephen Moore at the oars. Based on Jerome K. Jerome’s classic novel, the film sails through mishaps, misadventures, and a whole lot of riverbank wisdom. It’s British humor at its driest—and dampest. A voyage up the Thames never felt so wonderfully off-course.












Watch Pop Up Videos Featuring Madonna, Queen, And Rick Astley

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In 1996, Pop Up Video made music videos smarter, funnier, and a whole lot weirder. With its floating “info nuggets” packed with trivia, behind-the-scenes secrets, and cheeky asides, it became VH1’s crown jewel. From Madonna to Queen to Rick Astley, nothing was off-limits. One “info nugget” at a time, it rewrites pop culture forever.

Glen Campbell and The Clinger Sisters Shine on 1968 Cover of “We’ll Sing in the Sunshine”

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Glen Campbell and The Clinger Sisters bring glowing harmony to “We’ll Sing in the Sunshine” in 1968, just four years after Gale Garnett’s original took the world by storm. The song, a Grammy winner and chart-topper across North America and beyond, finds new warmth in their vibrant performance. With its breezy optimism and folk-pop charm, this version radiates pure sunshine. Sometimes, all you need is a great melody—and a reason to sing.












Oscar-Winning Director Michael Cimino Crafts United Airlines Spot in 1967

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Before The Deer Hunter and Oscar gold, Michael Cimino brings big-screen elegance to a 1967 United Airlines commercial. Even in sixty seconds, his visual storytelling lifts off.



Video: ‘Twin Peaks’ Mania Takes Over Japan in 1992

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In 1992, Twin Peaks launches a full-on cultural wave in Japan. From plaid fashion to cherry pie cafés, fans embrace every eerie, dreamy moment. David Lynch’s vision connects—and inspires—a world away.












Groucho Marx’s 1963 Game Show Pilot ‘The Plot Thickens’ Resurfaces

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Before reality TV ruled the dial, Groucho Marx tried to crack the mystery game show format with The Plot Thickens in 1963. The pilot was never picked up, but it’s Groucho at his witty, chaotic best—reminding us why his influence still echoes through comedy and television today.












Lorraine Lewis Ignites a New Era with Femme Fatale Revival, Lou Gramm Duet, and Bold New Moves

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With her powerful, gutsy voice, LORRAINE LEWIS cemented her place in the rock world as lead vocalist for the band FEMME FATALE with their 1988 self-titled MCA album. It produced two big rock singles and MTV videos: Waiting For The Big One and Falling In And Out of Love.” 

Coming off a nearly six-year run as the fiery lead vocalist of Vixen, whom she was invited to join in 2019, the singer, songwriter, and sexy no-holds-barred performer is now doubling down on her legacy with a new FEMME FATALE lineup. “Femme Fatale is what most people know me for,” says LORRAINE. “I like being the only girl in the room, and I’m determined to keep my rock legacy alive. I’ve been working with a renowned songwriter/producer for a Femme Fatale release.  I’m lining up my band and hoping to have something out this year. We have a plan and are looking for the right fit with a label. I want to be around people who ‘get me’ and I’ll never stop doing what I love. Rock and Roll never dies.”

Notably, LORRAINE has also been recording with Lou Gramm, the original Foreigner lead singer and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer. They have recorded an interpretation of David Bowie’s “Heroes” for release this June (exact date TBA). “While the classic song has been covered by many others, it has never been recorded as a duet with a male and female voice,” says LORRAINE. “When Lou sings the line, ‘I will be king and you will be queen’, I melt.”

“Lou is vocally brilliant,” she adds. “There were moments I could hardly believe I was in the studio with him. The voice I have loved since I sang in bar bands in my hometown of Albuquerque, New Mexico. I mean, ‘Hot Blooded,’ ‘Cold As Ice,’ and ‘Midnight Blue.’ His voice and chops are like no one I’ve ever worked with.”

In addition to her musical projects, “I’m excited to have jumped into the OnlyFans arena!” says LORRAINE. “I’ve always been unpredictable, and I know guys and girls have had my photo or poster on their wall since my hot videos back in the day. It’s time to go for it, have some fun and show off my wild side! I mean one of my singles is called ‘Waiting For The Big One.’ It just makes sense. I recently saw a clip of Cher saying she wished she would have been ‘badder’ which made me think, ‘Hell yes, I’m joining OnlyFans.’ I’ve wanted to for the longest time. Have you ever wondered what it’s like for me to be your girlfriend? Well here’s your chance. I’m following in the footsteps of Cardi B., Carmen Electra, Drea De Matteo, and more!” Connect with LORRAINE here: https://onlyfans.com/lorrainelewisrocks

“So many people put down social media,” she adds,” but I love it. It’s a way to connect with my tribe on a more personal level. I love being belly to belly with the fans & friends of mine.”

LORRAINE explains how her presence on social media led to working with Gramm. “I do a live ‘Q and A’ every Sunday at 5pm Pacific (8pm Eastern) where I let my tribe ask me anything. A question I get often is: ‘Who would you want to record with?’ My answer is always the same: #1 Lou Gramm, #2 Paul Rodgers, and #3 David Lee Roth.

One Monday back in April,” she recalls, “I got a message from his team on Instagram asking what songs I would want to do with Lou! I was stunned. Is this for real? They asked for my phone number and could I take a call with Lou on a Friday at 1:30pm Pacific. Of course I said yes, not really sure this was legit. But Friday at 1:30pm Pacific, I got a call and it was Mr. Gramm himself!! He told me to call him Lou.

“We started emailing and talking once a week to decide on songs we wanted to record together. It took several months, but we decided on some songs, recorded our vocals in May on our first track.”

LORRAINE is all lit up for 2025 and beyond. “I’m an entertainer. Before Femme Fatale, I was always a singer and performer who wanted to push beyond the limits,” she says. “That will never change, and I’m more fearless than ever. I’ve recently done stand up and I’m open to having a podcast. I’m still creating reality TV, have plans to produce a docu series, and want to do a remake of a movie. I’m an open book but still have secrets for my exciting future. I’m here to have fun, and live life to the fullest!! Let’s F-ing GO!!”

HARDY Drops New EP ‘COUNTRY!’ and Hits the Road with Massive World Tour

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Country rock superstar HARDY’s new EP COUNTRY! is out today via Big Loud. His first new music of the year, the project features “Favorite Country Song,” “Buck On The Wall” and three more new songs. Get it here.

In celebration, HARDY made his first ever appearance at the Grand Ole Opry this week as part of the Opry 100 festivities. After a video introduction from longtime friend and collaborator Lainey Wilson, Ella Langley joined HARDY on stage to guest on he and Wilson’s smash hit “wait in the truck” with Metallica’s James Hetfield in the audience.

The new music is hot out of the gate, with “Favorite Country Song” the #1 most added at country radio week of release and climbing the Mediabase and Billboard charts.

The new tracks and Opry appearance come ahead of HARDY’s massive JIM BOB World Tour kicking off this month. The run takes him across North America and sees him play his first ever shows in Europe with headline dates and festivals through September. Stops include Los Angeles’ Kia Forum, New York City’s Madison Square Garden and many more. Longtime friends and collaborators Koe Wetzel, Stephen Wilson Jr., Sikarus and McCoy Moore will join as support on select dates. See below for full tour routing and visit hardyofficial.com/tour for more information.

The new EP and tour continue a monumental run for HARDY. In 2024, he released his #1 LP Quit!!; toured across North America—including his first stadium show, a headline set at CMA Fest and many more; collaborated with heroes Fred Durst and Chad Smith; appeared on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and “Jimmy Kimmel Live!;” hit 16 #1 songs; blew past 6 billion career streams and so much more. This year has seen the release of his first ever live album, HARDY (Live From Red Rocks), and HARDY (Amazon Music Songline) featuring reimaginings of his hits and a cover of The 1975.

The pride of Philadelphia, Mississippi has earned his reputation as “a promising purveyor of keeping the spirit of classic heavy Southern rock alive” (American Songwriter), “capable of writing the big hits for radio, obstinate enough to do something completely unexpected, and savvy enough to find the throughline for it all” (Rolling Stone). A five-time ACM award winner and two-time CMA award winner, HARDY has also won three CMA Triple Play awards, was named the 2022 BMI Country Songwriter of the Year and is a three-time AIMP Songwriter of the Year.

His 2023 breakout the mockingbird & THE CROW and its 2024 follow up Quit!! have topped countless Billboard charts, including a top 5 debut on the Billboard 200, and racked up 6 billion streams. HARDY has written 16 #1 singles including his own two-times Platinum chart topper “ONE BEER” featuring Lauren Alaina and Devin Dawson, the platinum Dierks Bentley and BRELAND collaboration “Beers On Me,” game-changing two-times Platinum duet “wait in the truck” feat. Lainey Wilson and first-ever rock radio #1 “JACK.” He’s collaborated and shared stages with Thomas Rhett, Morgan Wallen, Florida Georgia Line, Jason Aldean, Cole Swindell and more.

HARDY—COUNTRY!
1. Buck on the Wall
2. Car That Drove You Away
3. Girl With A Gun
4. Luckiest Man Alive
5. Favorite Country Song

HARDY LIVE

June 30 /// O2 Academy /// Glasgow, U.K.§
July 2 /// Waterfront Hall /// Belfast, Northern Ireland§
July 3 /// National Stadium /// Dublin, Ireland§
July 18 /// Country Thunder Wisconsin /// Twin Lakes, WI
July 19 /// Great Jones County Fair /// Monticello, IA
August 7 /// WE Fest /// Detroit Lakes, MN
August 9 /// Voices of America Country
Music Festival /// West Chester Township, OH
August 10 /// Boots & Hearts Festival /// Oro-Medonte, ON
August 14 /// T-Mobile Center /// Kansas City, MO†
August 15 /// Denny Sanford PREMIER Center /// Sioux Falls, SD†
August 16 /// Somerset Amphitheater /// Somerset, WI†
August 21 /// Van Andel Arena /// Grand Rapids, MI†
August 22 /// Pine Knob Music Theatre /// Clarkston, MI†
August 29 /// Maine Savings Amphitheater /// Bangor, ME†
August 30 /// Xfinity Theatre /// Hartford, CT†
September 4 /// Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater
at Lakeview /// Syracuse, NY†
September 5 /// The Pavilion at Star Lake /// Burgettstown, PA†
September 6 /// Hersheypark Stadium /// Hershey, PA†
September 11 /// Brandon Amphitheater /// Brandon, MS‡
September 12 /// Coca-Cola Amphitheater /// Birmingham, AL‡
September 13 /// CCNB Amphitheatre /// Simpsonville, SC‡
September 18 /// Lakewood Amphitheatre /// Atlanta, GA†
September 19 /// MIDFLORIDA Credit Union
Amphitheatre /// Tampa, FL†
September 20 /// iTHINK Financial
Amphitheatre /// West Palm Beach, FL†
September 24 /// Madison Square Garden /// New York City, NY†

*with Koe Wetzel, Stephen Wilson Jr. and McCoy Moore
§with McCoy Moore
†With Koe Wetzel, Stephen Wilson Jr. and Sikarus
‡with Stephen Wilson Jr. and Sikarus