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Nancy Guthrie Update: New Theory Emerges Behind Abduction as Expert Weighs In
A new theory has emerged in the abduction of Today co-anchor Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, and an expert just weighed in on the possibility of the 84-year-old's abduction being a "wrench attack."
On Thursday, May 21, Lisa J. Miller—a retired detective and Colorado Attorney General's Office law enforcement executive—spoke with Fox News Digital about the theory. Reporter Michael Ruiz summarized the conversation in a post shared on X.
Traditionally, a wrench attack involves a "mastermind" criminal identifying a target remotely from a computer and then recruiting a local "thug" to carry out violence against them, Miller explained. The mastermind remotely plans out the attack and pays the local guy a portion of the money to torture information out of the victim (or, they kidnap a relative) to extort money.
Miller noted that the term "wrench attack" came from a 2009 web comic about a hacker buying a $5 wrench to beat someone to obtain a password.
"The street level thug theory fits with what we’re seeing in the Guthrie case, because when the FBI released the pictures of this porch guy, and I’ve referred to him from the beginning as 'porch monster,' I mean, the guy comes across as a bit of a doofus," Miller told Fox News Digital. "Look at his getup, look at how he carries his firearm… Yet, there’s some very sophisticated elements to this case that again falls in line with what we see in a traditional wrench attack."
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Miller also pointed to Savanah's "sizable income," between her Today salary, bonuses, book deals, and more, as the motivation.
She continued, "Somehow, he came across Savannah Guthrie. Her mom was on television multiple times, on the Today show with Savannah—even, I think the latest was in 2025. So he sees a vulnerability... the vulnerability is an 84-year-old elderly woman living alone."
Additionally, she pointed out that the language Savannah used in the ransom videos indicated that the FBI "was taking these first notes seriously." Miller, ultimately, said she thinks there is still hope that someone will come forward with information.
A spokesperson for the Pima County Sheriff's Department told the outlet via email that it has not dealt with "wrench attack" crimes.
"The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has not received any reports referencing ‘wrench attacks’ in our community," the PCSD representative wrote. "The investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance remains active and ongoing. When there is a significant update, it will be shared publicly."
As of writing, no suspect has been named in Nancy's case despite more than $1 million in reward money.
What do you think of the "wrench attack" theory?
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NASCAR Legend Kyle Busch Dead at 41
Legendary NASCAR driver Kyle Busch has tragically died at the age of 41.
The heartbreaking news was announced by NASCAR on social media.
"We are saddened and heartbroken to share the news of the passing of Kyle Busch, a two-time Cup champion and one of our sport's greatest and fiercest drivers. He was 41 years old," the post read. "We extend our deepest condolences to the Busch family, Richard Childress Racing and the entire motorsports community."
This comes after it was reported by ESPN that Busch was hospitalized due to a severe illness, which was going to force him to miss Sunday's Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
The Busch family, as well as his racing team, Richard Childress Racing, shared a joint statement as well.
"Our entire NASCAR family is heartbroken by the loss of Kyle Busch. A future Hall of Famer, Kyle was a rare talent, one who comes along once in a generation. He was fierce, he was passionate, he was immensely skilled, and he cared deeply about the sport and fans. Throughout a career that spanned more than two decades, Kyle set records in national series wins, won championships at NASCAR's highest level, and fostered the next generation of drivers as an owner in the Truck Series. His sharp wit and competitive spirit sparked a deep emotional connection with race fans of every age, creating the proud and loyal 'Rowdy Nation.' Our thoughts are with Samantha, Brexton and Lennix, Kyle and Samantha's parents. Kurt and all of Kyle's family, Richard and Judy Childress, everyone at Richard Childress Racing, his teammates, friends, and fans. NASCAR lost a giant of the sport today, far too soon," the statement read.
"During this incredibly difficult time, we ask everyone to respect the family's privacy and continue to keep them in your thoughts and prayers. Further updates will be shared as appropriate."
Across his career, Busch won 63 races, with over 762 career starts. He won the championship in 2015 and 2019.
'Georgie and Mandy's First Marriage' Finale Sneak Peek: Mandy and Jim Take Over the Shop (Exclusive)
Across two seasons of Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage, Mandy (Emily Osment) has worn her fair share of hats. She's been a waitress, as well as a weathercaster and news reporter for multiple channels. But, in the Season 2 finale of the Young Sheldon spinoff, she's stepping out of her comfort zone — and into a set of coveralls.
In an exclusive sneak peek of the episode, airing tonight on CBS, Georgie (Montana Jordan) and Ruben (Jessie Prez) both undergo food poisoning. With the auto service store left unmanned, Jim (Will Sasso), their old boss, steps in to help. And he's looking for some family to help, though it's safe to say Mandy may not be as much of a natural as her dad.
The clip opens with Mandy happening upon Jim holding a tire, as he delicately runs it through a container of water. "Well, what are you doing here?" she cheerfully asks. "You giving the tire a bath?"
"I'm looking for air bubbles," Jim tersely replies. "That's how you know where the hole is."
"Oh, Cece likes to make little fart bubbles in the tub," Mandy replies. "She thinks it's hilarious." Jim doesn't dignify that with a response, instead spotting the hole in the tire that he was looking for. Intrigued, Mandy asks what the next step in the process is.
"Well, if it's on the sidewall, you need a new tire," he explains. "But this is on the tread, so we can patch it."
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"Don't we make more money selling new tires?" Mandy asks, not wanting to quite literally leave money on the table.
"Yeah, but it's a little dishonest."
"Just a little?" Mandy scoffs. "I'm ok with that."
Jim is clearly getting visibly annoyed, both with his daughter's constant distractions and her insinuation of unscrupulous upselling. He quickly changes the subject, asking, "Hey, you know what would be really helpful? You run and grab us lunch."
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"Are you trying to get rid of me?"
"Yeah," Jim instantly replies.
"Well, that's a little mean."
"Just a little? I'm ok with that," Jim says, in a fantastic callback. Mandy, resigned to her fate, walks out of the shop. Jim excitedly grabs and shakes the tire, exclaiming, "She's gonna bring me chili!"
Regardless of what lunch item Mandy procures, it's safe to say the reception from her father as a co-worker is definitely chilly. Will father and daughter be able to get on the same page to hold down the fort? Or will the tension cause a hole in their relationship that may not be so easy to patch up?
Check out an exclusive sneak peek of the Season 2 finale of Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage above. The episode airs tonight at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.
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Five Below's Stunning New Cordless Lamp Brings an Ethereal Glow to Any Space For Only $7
Let's talk lamps—are you ready? Because here's the deal—we all need them unless, for some reason, you prefer to live in complete darkness all of the time. Which, if we're being realistic, makes it really difficult to do anything around your home without injuring yourself in some way. Like, even if you're more of a dimmed, mood lighting kind of person, you still need something that offers a glow.
For myself, I appreciate a lamp more and more as I get older. Good lighting is everything. And with the barrage of cordless lamps on the market (and cute ones, too!), there's really no excuse not to have ambient light around your home, whether there's an outlet nearby or not. And those little puck lights? Well, they really give you no excuse not to get creative with a room's lighting strategy.
Glass Lamp, $7 at Five BelowFive Below
This pretty glass lamp at Five Below is battery-operated (look, mom, no cords) and has that trendy mushroom shape that so many people are loving right now. It comes in a sort of ombre blue colorway, as shown above, as well as the prettiest pink floral motif option. You really can't go wrong with either one; it just depends on the aesthetic you're going for in your home.
It's made of glass (no plastic situation here—which would be weird for a lamp) and requires three 1.5V AA alkaline batteries. Nope, batteries aren't included. For $7, no real surprise there.
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You could set this little cutie up on a nightstand, on an outdoor table (just bring it inside when not in use), in a glass-doored cabinet or anywhere else that could benefit from a little extra light.
I'm kind of obsessed with all things Five Below at the moment. There's a really elegant eight-piece organizer set that's perfect for storing items on a vanity or corralling craft supplies, and a matching lazy Susan is available. If you're feeling outdoorsy, Five Below's sleek roll-up table is perfect for park get-togethers with friends. And last, but certainly not least, there are some $7 washable rugs that give any room a hit of dopamine decor that just feels extra special.
The best Five Below finds tend to sell out fast, so if you see something you love, it's best to pick it up while you can.
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White House Fires Back With Blunt Statement After Country Legend’s Vulgar Comments About Trump
The White House and Natalie Maines of The Chicks (Formerly known as the Dixie Chicks) appear to be in the middle of a war of words.
After the country music trio’s outspoken frontwoman, 51, first voiced her opinion on social media, criticizing President Donald Trump, 79, a spokesperson for The White House has now taken action, blasting the singer.
"Natalie Maines is a despicable nobody who clearly suffers from a severe case of Trump Derangement Syndrome that has rotted her peanut-sized brain," White House spokesperson Davis Ingle told Fox News, in response to Maines’ recent political rant, according to USA Today.
Trump, himself, has not publicly commented on the subject, but Ingle’s statement comes after Maine took aim at the current administration and at Trump, calling him a highly derogatory name that was once used in the film Mean Girls, during which Regina George criticized a classmate in the burn book. Maines wanted to make it known that she felt the United States of America’s democracy is fading in plain sight.
"Our democracy is disappearing right before our eyes. This fugly sl—t is using your gas money to pay the insurrectionists,” Maines captioned a slideshow of images featuring one of Trump and others of the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection on Instagram on Monday, May 18. “But don’t worry about it. I’m sure posting selfies will fix everything."
She added, "My last post that called him a fugly sl—t got removed. We’ll see how long this one lasts. Repost and help the message live."
This isn’t the first time Maines has become a lightning rod for political criticism. The Dixie Chicks, originally formed in Dallas, Texas, are no strangers to sharing their political opinions, having been the center of controversy in the past.
In 2003, during the Iraq War, Maines, at a London concert, directed a comment toward George W. Bush, saying that she and her band were ashamed that the then-President was from Texas. The comment drew widespread backlash from fans and radio programmers, many of whom pulled The Chicks’ music from radio airwaves.
Maines has already responded to the White House's comments.
In a statement on Thursday, May 21, she told USA Today: "This nobody American stands by her post.”
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Jeneva Rose’s Next Book Is Nothing Like You’ve Read From Her Before
Any Jeneva Rose fan fell in love with The Perfect Marriage and then followed up quickly with The Perfect Divorce. The “Queen of Twists” has become a bestselling author, with her work translated into 28 languages.
Sure enough, fans are excited about her next thriller, which she recently announced would be titled Dead Girl Summer. It’s scheduled to be released sometime in spring 2027, but you don’t need to wait that long for another book from the thriller icon.
There’s another book coming later this year, but it’s different from everything she’s written before. Sometimes I Scare Myself is her first foray into the horror genre, which is one that she enjoys reading, and she decided it was time to delve into.
This isn’t just one horror story, though. Think of it a little more as Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark or what a collection of Are You Afraid of the Dark? stories could have been in written form. Sometimes I Scare Myself will have three stories in one.
Courtesy of Blackstone PublishingThe first is titled Never Kill the Medium, which takes place at a 30th birthday party. Never have a birthday party in a horror, as someone always turns up dead! In this case, a playful seance goes wrong when the ritual spirals out of control and the medium dies. This isn’t a case of finding out who did it, but about staying alive after something dark is allowed to cross over the void.
Then in The Nightmare House, we get a start of many good horror stories: a family moving into what should be their forever home. It’s a quiet neighborhood, but any horror fan knows that’s deceiving. Maybe the family should have done their homework before moving in, because there’s a dark secret about every single person who once lived there, and now the Daltons could be the next victims.
Finally, we get All Curses Are Final, which takes us to a remote winter cabin, where a group of friends head for a vacation. On the way, they stop at a roadside store that literally warns everyone that all the items are cursed. That curse is removed at the time of sale, but when one of the group finds an item she didn’t pay for in her bag, all hell breaks loose.
There isn’t much longer left to wait for the New York Times bestseller to release her first horror novel. Look out for the release on September 22, 2026. Now is the time to get those preorders in, so any curses are lifted right away!
Clarks’ 'Soft' Slides Are 'Perfect Slip-On-and-Go' Sandals, and They’re $28 at Walmart Ahead of Memorial Day
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Warm days have officially arrived, and every closet needs great and "comfy" sandals to get through the season. Luckily, Walmart's is now selling the Clarks Breeze Piper Sandals for a steal of a price just in time for summer.
These five-star rated sandals are now just $28 (down from $36), making them the perfect pick for anyone who wants comfort, style, and value all in one easygoing package.
Clarks Breeze Piper Sandals, From $28 (was $36) at Walmart Shop at WalmartThe Clarks Breeze Piper stands out from the crowd for its comfort factor. These sandals feature Clarks' signature Cushion Soft foam footbed, so every step feels like walking on a cloud. Whether heading to the beach, tackling errands, or planning a long day of sightseeing, your feet will thank you for the plush shock absorption and support. The lightweight, flexible sole keeps things easy and breezy, so these sandals can be worn all day. No sore feet in sight here!
The design is both practical and stylish. The synthetic upper in warm beige wipes clean in a snap (goodbye, mystery stains!), and the adjustable closure customizes the fit for your foot. That means no slipping, pinching, or awkward shuffling. You'll have a secure, comfy fit every time you put them on. The sporty breeze stripe adds a dash of personality, making these sandals versatile enough to pair with everything from sundresses to shorts or your favorite jeans.
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Shoppers love these sandals, giving them a perfect five-star rating. One shopper called them the "perfect slip-on-and-go" shoe, noting how "soft and cushioned " they are. "Love these cute comfy shoes!"
Available in sizes 6 through 12 and designed with a 30-millimeter heel for just a hint of lift, the Breeze Piper sandals are a smart choice for anyone who prioritizes comfort without sacrificing style.
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With these Memorial Day Weekend prices, it's easy to snag a pair (or two!) of cute sandals without blowing your summer budget. Treat your feet to some serious comfort with the $28 Clarks Breeze Piper Sandals at Walmart. Slip them on, step out, and let every day feel like a summer vacation.
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1977 Rock Classic About a 'Cold-Hearted Bad Girl' Almost Didn't Make It on the Album
Love might stink sometimes, but it certainly has inspired some of the catchiest songs in history...even when (or maybe especially when) the tune is about a romance gone sour.
Take Foreigner's classic hit, "Cold As Ice." The 1977 single, from the band's eponymous debut album, was written from the perspective of someone who's recently been hurt by a decidedly less-than-sensitive lover:
"You're as cold as ice / You're willing to sacrifice our love / You never take advice / Someday you'll pay the price, I know"
As Foreigner guitarist Mick Jones told Classic Rock, the lyrics were inspired by the "idea of the stereotypical cold-hearted, bad girl — the sort of woman Joan Crawford would play in a film."
"It wasn’t aimed at anyone specific," he continued, adding, "Well, there was one girl at school that dumped me, so maybe that trauma stayed with me over the years and subconsciously filtered in! The other contributing factor was that it was about minus 20 degrees in New York at the time we were writing it, which may have fed into the atmosphere."
Even though "Cold As Ice" ended up being one of Foreigner's biggest hits ever, it wasn't originally meant to be on the album. But when producer Gary Lyons decided one of the tunes on the roster didn't fit the album's vibe, Jones got to work writing a substitute.
"I had bought a mini-piano, a Melody Grand, and I started to fiddle around on it, and hit upon a couple of interesting chords that I’d never played before," he explained. "Lou [Gramm] came around to the house and I just threw it out there and we started fleshing it out. I’d never written a full song on piano before and I was rather surprised how quickly I took to it. The piano I played in the studio was actually one that Atlantic had bought specifically for Aretha Franklin."
'Cold As Ice' was Foreigner's 'poppiest' song"It’s a strange, quirky little song, basically a pop song written back to front," Jones pointed out. "The structure is unusual: it starts with the title, and it’s only further down the line that you realize that the pre-chorus is actually the chorus. I knew it was the poppiest song we’d done, which I was a little worried about, but everybody seemed to dig it. I didn’t see it being indicative f the direction of Foreigner, so it was a bit of a surprise addition to the album. But one thing I wanted to do with Foreigner was to show that the band had some versatility, and this was definitely different and a bit commercial, not just another hard rock song."
"Cold As Ice" went on to peak at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100 on Oct. 22, 1977.
"I must admit though that I was surprised when it went into the Top 10 in America," Jones said. "But then we were a new band, and everything was exciting and surprising at the time. I guess radio was ready to see what we had next."
As Jones went on to say, "Cold As Ice" is a "big one" for Foreigner fans.
"It’s a proper singalong at gigs, everyone likes to belt it out. It’s a bit of an oddity, but it’s done very well for us. I guess it’s part of our identity now," he said.
And to think, the song might never have happened if Jones didn't get dumped when he was still in school.
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Grammy-Winning, Soulful Voice Behind Some of Rock’s Biggest ’80s Hits Turns 79
Bill Champlin has birthday candles to blow out.
The lead vocalist, keyboardist, songwriter, and gritty soulfulness of '80s-era Chicago is celebrating 79 years today.
View this post on InstagramChamplin is a voice who defined the stretch of '80s pop-rock radio, with his gritty belt lending iconic hits like “Look Away,” “I Don’t Wanna Live Without Your Love,” and “You’re Not Alone,” a sound as delicious as buttercream.
A master of blue-eyed soul, Champlin has long brought a smooth R&B vibe to the rock genre. In 1961, he began his music career by founding Opposite Six, followed by Sons of Champlin in 1967, which disbanded in 1977. In 1980, Champlin won his first Grammy, receiving the award as a co-writer for Best Rhythm & Blues Song for “After the Love Has Gone,” made famous by Earth, Wind & Fire.
Come 1981, Champlin joined Chicago, one of the greatest “rock-and-roll bands with horns” who, at the time, were aching for another hit. Under the guidance of producer David Foster, the group’s following album, Chicago 16 -- which featured Peter Cetera ballads “Love Me Tomorrow” and “Hard to Say I’m Sorry,” and Champlin's “Bad Advice” and “Follow Me” -- took the band back to the top.
Later hits featuring Champlin’s growling vocals included “Hard Habit to Break,” and “Explain It to My Heart.” Over the years, Champlin's nabbed two more Grammys, and 13 nominations.
Though he’s no longer with Chicago, the legend continues to tour, splitting his time between the West Coast and international locales.
Happy birthday, Bill.
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A TikToker Went Viral After She Challenged Herself To Read One of Stephen King’s Most Iconic Books in a Day
Sometimes, it’s fun to challenge yourself to do the unthinkable, and that’s certainly what Kaylee from KayleesBookClub on TikTok decided to do. She set herself the challenge of reading It by Stephen King in one day.
Is it even possible? That does depend on your reading speed. Kaylee quickly pointed out that she reads at a rate of about 100 pages per hour. Depending on the specific copy of the book, It has between 1,138 and 1,168 pages, which would mean about a 12-hour read.
Kaylee documented her progress throughout the day, checking in every hour with how many pages she had read and the point of the book that she was up to. It’s not the first time that she has done a reading challenge like this, but this was probably one of her biggest ones to date.
In the video, which quickly went viral considering the feat she put upon herself, she shared that she was starting the readathon at 6 a.m. She had her latte ready, but the first hour was a bit of a slow pace. She only got through 60 pages, and then it was into hour two.
That’s when things picked up. On average, she did get through 100 pages each hour, and that was while making lunch, getting more lattes, and getting changed. She even had to take her umbrella down as the wind had picked up throughout the day — yes, she spent most of the day reading outside.
After saying that she would likely be finished within 12 to 14 hours, meaning that she would wrap up somewhere between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m, she found with just two hours until the 12-hour mark that she wouldn’t complete it in that earlier timeframe. However, it didn’t take much longer, with her completing within 13 hours — and she filmed a YouTube video during that time to document her progress on that social media app as well!
She went even further with her challenge, opting to do her “Pages to Popcorn” series straight after. By 1 p.m. and halfway through King’s epic horror novel, she decided to watch the movie adaptation afterward. She also spent time sharing her review of the novel, making it clear that she hadn’t just skimmed the story in her 13-hour binge-read.
Which movie version did Kaylee choose? While most people will likely think of the original two-part miniseries from the ‘90s starring Tim Curry, the BookToker opted for the most recent adaptation with Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise the Clown.
This isn’t the first or the last of King’s novels that Kaylee has read in one sitting and then done her “Pages to Popcorn” series. Just recently, she also posted her look at Misery, making it clear there is more to come!
Anne Hathaway, 43, Breaks Silence on Facelift Rumors: ‘These Are Huge Medical Decisions'
Anne Hathaway is sounding off on the rumors that she had a facelift.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 star, 43, who rose to stardom in The Princess Diaries and became a household name with roles in films like Les Misérables and The Dark Knight Rises, has fielded endless rumors from the public about her looks, including chatter that she potentially underwent a facelift.
In a revealing new spread with Elle, the actress discusses a video she shared on her Instagram the night before the interview, showing off the trick her hairstylist uses to give her face a little extra lift, in which she places two small braids near each temple that are pulled back and pinned. But the look went so viral that it only exacerbated the endless chatter that Hathaway has had a facelift. In the interview, the reporter said posting the video seemed like a pointed denial.
“I wouldn’t say pointed," Hathaway replied. "But we’re at a time when people feel very confident in assuming what they think is fact, and sometimes what they think is accurate and sometimes it’s not. My preference would be to never comment on anything and to just live in the mystery and not draw attention to myself, but the speculation has gotten so loud that you do feel the need to just get your truth out there. And I’ll probably always wonder, ‘Should I have posted that or not? Should I have just kept going and done the thing that makes me happy and makes me feel more confident on the red carpet?’ But I felt like the conversation was becoming distracting.”
Hathaway also noted that undergoing a facelift is a major operation, and she doesn't want to rule out the potential that she might have one someday.
“Also, by the way, these are huge medical decisions that people are presuming. I wanted to show that like, no, I didn’t make a huge medical decision. It’s just two braids. And by the way, the other thing about all this is, I might still get a facelift someday,” added the star of The Odyssey.
View this post on Instagram Hathaway's Lessons on AgingHathaway added that if she were to face this criticism at a younger age, she probably wouldn't have been able to handle it so well.
“One of the things about younger me is she was really scared, and I think that fear made me harsh with myself,” Hathaway recalled. “I shudder at the thought that I might have inadvertently been harsh with other people while I was being harsh with myself. I actually get nauseous thinking about it.”
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1973 Power Ballad Became a Soft Rock Classic and Breakthrough Radio Anthem, Despite Never Reaching No. 1
Fifty-three years ago, iconic rock band Styx released "Lady," forever changing the game for the soft rock genre, even though it never quite captured the No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
"Lady" was originally released in September 1973 as a single from their second studio album, Styx II. However, it was not until the following year that the song found mainstream popularity. In late 1974, demand for the track rapidly rose due to Chicago's WLS, a highly influential radio station at the time. A prominent DJ at the station began playing it regularly, prompting a national resurgence that ultimately propelled its rerelease onto the national charts.
Dennis DeYoung, Chuck Panozzo, James Young and Tommy Shaw of the American rock group Styx performing on stage, circa 1976.Fin Costello/Redferns/Getty Images
By early 1975, "Lady" had climbed the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at No. 6. Despite its underdog chart path, the song left a monumental cultural footprint. To this day, it is recognized as one of Styx's greatest hits and is widely credited with being the first true rock power ballad in music history.
Produced by John Ryan and Bill Trau through Wooden Nickel Records, "Lady" was notable for seamlessly blending classical-style piano with hard-rock elements. The song's mid-track crescendo—transitioning from a soft, elegant ballad into a classic rock climax—defined the way power ballads were crafted throughout the rest of the '70s. The band's heavy, technical guitar work and soaring vocal harmonies enriched the group's evolving sound and amplified the emotional weight of the lyricism.
Written by Styx's keyboardist and vocalist Dennis DeYoung, "Lady" serves as a deeply personal love letter to his wife, Suzanne Feusi. The heartfelt tribute showcases the rocker's vulnerable side, utilizing tender lyrics that explain how his wife's presence is enough to bring him lasting peace and happiness. The track's passionate instrumentation and romantic lyrics work in perfect tandem to create a sentimental masterpiece.
Even after over five decades, "Lady" continues to resonate with listeners. On Spotify alone, the track has accumulated over 40 million streams, proving its ability to persevere in the digital era. The song's iconic production style and timeless themes have firmly cemented its legacy as a standout work, forever remembered for shaping the DNA of the rock ballad.
1981 Rock Song Became an Anthem About Grief and Resilience
Most rock music fans instantly recognize the “Edge of Seventeen (Just Like the White Winged Dove)” by Stevie Nickswhen it kicks off with its rapidly chugging guitar, followed by Nicks' gorgeous and raspy soaring vocals. However, many listeners don't realize the raw pain and grief that inspired Nicks to write the powerful rock song in the first place. Once you know the emotional story behind the “Edge of Seventeen,” it definitely hits even more deeply.
The "Edge of Seventeen" is nothing if not emotionally intense, start to finish. The iconic guitar riff opens the unforgettable song, creating an almost hypnotic rhythm, and then Nicks' voice rises up, singing, "Just like the white winged dove / Sings a song, sounds like she's singin' / "Ooh, baby, ooh, said, ooh." Behind the song’s driving energy is an equally heavy story.
Nicks has shared the emotional backstory for "Edge of Seventeen" on stage and in several interviews, and its origin goes back to the early '80s. Shaken after the news of the December 1980 murder of musician John Lennon, Nicks felt pulled to write a song about Lennon, using the white-winged dove as symbolism.
Lennon's murder greatly affected folks in the the music industry and the world. "To just be a music person, albeit a Beatle? And to be shot and killed in front of your apartment, when you had a wife and two kids?" Nicks explained in an interview with Entertainment Weekly. "That was so unacceptable to all of us in our community. So the white dove was John Lennon, and peace."
Shortly after Lennon's death, Nicks also ended up bedside with her cousin when her dear uncle, her father's older brother, passed away after an illness. This short period of overlapping grief for Nicks became the spark that ignited the songwriting for "Edge of Seventeen."
Listen to a clip of Nicks talking about the song's beginnings:
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In April 2020, Nicks took to her Instagram to share about her deep connection to the dove and its meaning in writing "Edge of Seventeen":
View this post on InstagramNicks turned her own deep personal grief into emotional release and into art, specifically a lasting rock song that would lift up listeners for decades. Sure, the song aches, but so does grief, and most human beings will experience loss in their lifetimes. The song serves as a living lesson in how to make grief and sadness into resilience and strength.
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"Edge of Seventeen" came out on Nicks' debut solo album Bella Donna in July 1981, and the track was released in February 1982, as the third single from the album. By April 1982, "Edge of Seventeen" peaked at No. 11 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100, and the song stayed on the charts for 14 weeks.
"Edge of Seventeen" continues to hold classic-rock status and leave a lasting legacy, too. In 2024, it was ranked No. 217 on Rolling Stone's list of the "The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time." Fans currently have ranked Nicks' "Edge of Seventeen" at No. 6 on the Ranker list of “The Greatest Songs Sung By Female Rockers…” And to date, the track has over 655 million streams on the Spotify streaming service.
Adding to its cross-generational appeal, Destiny's Child sampled the "Edge of Seventeen" guitar riff on their 2001 hit single "Bootylicious" and Miley Cyrus incorporated it into a remix of her 2020 single "Midnight Sky"—which, along with social media, led to later generations discovering it, too. On TikTok, a search of for the tag #edgeofseventeen currently delivers more than 14.6K posts.
Now, more than four decades later, the “Edge of Seventeen” continues to resonate, not simply because of its haunting beauty, emotional honesty, and Nicks' artistry, but because it captured something timeless—how grief and resilience often exist side by side. The song mourns, yes, but it also endures.
Watch the music video for “Edge of Seventeen” by Stevie Nicks:
Check out Destiny Child's "Bootylicious" video, complete with a Stevie Nicks cameo:
Listen to Miley Cyrus's "Midnight Sky" remix featuring Stevie Nicks:
Why Hilary Duff Opted Not to Wear a Bikini in Her Sports Illustrated Debut
Hilary Duff recently made her Sports Illustrated cover, but the singer and actress had one rule for the photoshoot: she wasn't going to wear a bikini.
During a recent appearance on Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce, the 38-year-old explained the boundaries she set in place when posing for the cover of the summer 2026 issue.
“It was great to have conversations with them,” Duff explained about the making of her cover and multi-story photoshoot, “and be like, ‘Hey, I'm not going to wear a bikini. I have had four kids. I feel comfortable showing this. I feel comfortable showing this. I don't feel comfortable showing this.' And they were like, ‘Got it. Got it. Got it.' ”
The photoshoot instead features Hilary in a collection of one-piece swimming costumes, posing on the beach in South Caicos with tousled blonde waves.
View this post on InstagramThe Lizzie McGuire star admitted to the podcast host that she was initially scared to sign up for the photoshoot. “My first reaction wasn't like, ‘Oh my God! Yes, I'll do it. My first reaction was like, ‘S---. I thought I'd get in, like, rip-roarin' shape.' And I'm also, I'm not a model. I'm 5'2”, had four kids… It scared me,” she told Kylie, who is married to Jason Kelce.
Ultimately, the Disney alum talked herself into doing it. “At this stage in my life, I feel really proud of myself.”
What really put the Cheaper By The Dozen star at ease was the team behind the shoot. Duff told Kylie that the Sports Illustrated shoot was largely female-led, and she could bring her own trusted glam squad, including makeup artist Kelsey Deenihan.
“The editor-in-chief is incredible. The photographer was who I wanted. It got to be my whole styling team, my hair and makeup,” she explained. “They wanted me to feel my best.”
Kylie, a mum of four herself, told Hilary how "empowering" it was to see her posing in swimwear for the magazine. “Because once you become a mom, it's different, right?” she told The Cinderella Story actress. “Like, your body did what it did. It's not going to be the same way that it was ever again.”
We Asked 4 Dermatologists Which Brand New Anti-Aging Product Is Changing the Game—They All Said the Same Thing
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Anti-aging skincare has followed roughly the same playbook for decades. You exfoliate. You stimulate. You resurface. You try to push your skin into responding to some form of controlled irritation and hope that the collagen production that follows is worth the dryness, flaking and sensitivity you might experience along the way.
It works—retinoids have decades of research behind them—but it's always been a somewhat adversarial relationship between the product and your skin. The ingredient that dermatologists are most excited about right now operates from a completely different philosophy, and that shift is a big part of why it's generating so much attention.
We talked to four board-certified dermatologists—Dr. Anetta Reszko,Dr. Nazanin Saedi, Dr. Kseniya Kobets, the director of Cosmetic Dermatology at Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care, and Dr. Chang Son—about why this specific ingredient is dominating conversations in dermatology offices right now, what it actually does and what you should know before adding it to your routine.
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The Best New Anti-Aging Ingredient, According to 4 DermatologistsAll four dermatologists point to the same thing: PDRN. Dr. Son frames it in the context of what's been driving the most excitement in his field, "salmon sperm facials," as they're colloquially known, have moved from a niche K-beauty treatment to a rapidly mainstream option.
PDRN, or polydeoxyribonucleotide, is a regenerative ingredient derived from purified DNA fragments that has been used in wound healing and regenerative medicine for years. What's new is its arrival in topical skincare—and the way it approaches anti-aging not by forcing the skin to react, but by supporting and amplifying the repair processes the skin already knows how to do. It's less of a correction and more of a collaboration. For skin that has been overtreated, stressed or simply tired from decades of doing its job, that distinction matters a lot.
Dr. Reszko shares that while PDRN has existed in regenerative medicine for decades, its application in topical skincare "represents a notable shift in how we approach anti-aging."
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Why Are Dermatologists Calling This Anti-Aging Ingredient a Game-Changer?The short answer: it works a bit differently than anything that came before it. Traditional skincare approaches force a response from the skin—usually by irritating it into accelerated cell turnover. PDRN activates repair pathways instead.
For Dr. Son, the excitement is squarely in the regenerative medicine camp.
"This is at the heart of regenerative medicine," he tells Parade, "which aims to engage one's own cells and skin structure to achieve anti-aging results." The fact that it's backed by established science rather than just marketing buzz is part of what makes it worth paying attention to.
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What Skin Concerns Does This New Anti-Aging Ingredient Target?Getty
According to our experts, it treats a whole bevy of skin concerns. Fine lines, loss of firmness, uneven tone, dullness and barrier compromise all fall within its scope. What a list! And it doesn't stop there!
Dr. Son also points to new collagen production, improved hydration, pigmentation improvement and even enhanced fat cell proliferation—which addresses the volume loss that most topical skincare can't touch. "In short, it seems to address and fight many of the changes that are associated with skin aging," he says.
Even better? It’s gentle. "These are often the patients who do not tolerate more aggressive approaches well," Dr. Reszko explains—which makes PDRN particularly valuable for anyone whose skin has become reactive or sensitized from years of more aggressive routines.
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What Makes This Ingredient So Effective?The mechanism comes down to cellular signaling. Dr. Saedi shares that PDRN activates the adenosine A2A receptors in skin, essentially triggering a repair signal. "It tells your skin to calm inflammation, improve blood flow and start repairing itself by making new collagen and healthy cells," she says.
Worth keeping in mind: Not all products are created equal. Dr. Kobets says some over-the-counter PDRN products aren't using validated nanoparticle delivery systems, which means the ingredient may be working primarily at a surface level rather than deep in the dermis. "That's why I frame these products as supportive, glow-enhancing formulations with potential rather than true standalone regenerative treatments," she explains.
Dr. Reszko specifically calls out Valmont's Triple DNA complex, used in products like the Valmont's Prime Renewing Pack, as an example of more advanced formulation technology in this space.
How Long Does It Take To See Results?Dr. Reszko sees early improvements in hydration, texture and radiance within four to six weeks, with more major changes in firmness and fine lines closer to eight to twelve weeks. That timeline aligns with the skin's natural renewal cycle, which is exactly what you'd expect from an ingredient working with the skin rather than forcing it.
That said, some of the effects are immediate. Dr. Son describes a consistent "glass-skin effect" that shows up quickly, driven by the ingredient's hydrating and surface-smoothing properties.
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What Should People Know Before Trying PDRN Skincare?Patience and realistic expectations come up across every response. Dr. Saedi's advice is particularly useful: if you already have a skincare routine that's working, don't overhaul it. "Think of new ingredients as supporting ingredients, not replacements," she says. Layer them on rather than swapping out your proven foundation.
Dr. Kobets recommends looking closely at the full ingredient list rather than buying on the headline ingredient alone. "Ask whether the brand is actually explaining how PDRN is delivered," she advises—transparency about delivery technology is a sign that the formulation is quality.
One thing to look out for? Purification. "Purification removes reactive components, leaving only the active DNA fragments," Dr. Reszko explains, which is what distinguishes a well-made PDRN product from one that's simply riding the trend.
And across the board: patch test before committing, especially if there are botanicals or fragrance in the formula.
What Other Anti-Aging Ingredients Do Dermatologists Swear By?The core doesn't change much, regardless of how exciting PDRN is. Retinoids, vitamin C, sunscreen and barrier-supporting moisturizers are the unanimous foundation—Dr. Kobets calls them "ingredients with consistent, high-quality clinical data," and every expert on this list agrees.
Dr. Reszko specifically names peptides for firmness and elasticity and niacinamide for barrier function and tone as strong supporting players alongside PDRN.
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Honorable Mentions: 4 Other Ingredients Dermatologists Are WatchingPDRN is far from the only ingredient generating real excitement in dermatology right now. Several other experts we consulted are equally enthusiastic about emerging technologies worth keeping on your radar.
1. ExosomesPlatelet-derived exosomes are the ingredient that plastic surgeon Dr. Daniel Gould and dermatologist Dr. Andrea Austin keep coming back to—and their enthusiasm is specific enough to be worth taking seriously.
Austin describes exosomes as "biologic 'messages in a bottle' that your cells already understand." The mechanism is fundamentally different from how most anti-aging ingredients work.
Rather than irritating the skin into a corrective response, exosomes deliver signals that tell skin cells to repair and regenerate themselves. "Platelet-derived exosomes work by communicating with the skin at a cellular level to improve function and regeneration."
What sets Plated's Intense Serum apart, Austin says, is that it's backed by unusually rigorous clinical studies for this category—something she can't say about most exosome skincare currently on the market. She says she sees a glow and reduced redness within days to a week, noticeable improvement in texture and tone by two to six weeks and deeper collagen remodeling at six to twelve weeks and beyond.
2. Stabilized vitamin CVitamin C isn't a new ingredient—but the way it's being formulated right now is genuinely different, and three dermatologists are paying close attention. Dr. Hadley King, Dr. Kaveri Karhade and Dr. Faranak Kamangar are all enthusiastic about Rodan + Fields Pure C Serum, specifically because it solves the problem that has limited vitamin C's effectiveness for years: stability.
"Vitamin C is notoriously unstable and can degrade quickly when exposed to light, air or water, losing effectiveness," King explains. Traditional water-based vitamin C serums start oxidizing almost immediately after opening.
This formula uses a waterless, oil-free base that keeps the L-ascorbic acid in what Kamangar describes as "a dormant, potent state until it hits the skin"—meaning you're getting the full benefit of the active ingredient with every application rather than a degraded version.
Karhade says it delivers active vitamin C "without needing conversion in the skin," which means it goes to work immediately. You should see brighter, more radiant skin in two to four weeks; improved texture and tone by four to eight weeks; visible wrinkle reduction and firmness around eight to twelve weeks. In clinical testing, Kamangar notes, 94% of participants saw less noticeable wrinkles and three out of four had visibly plumper skin after just eight weeks of daily use.
3. Age-Repair DefensinsDr. Natalie Curciodoesn't mince words about this one. An ingredient called "Age-Repair Defensins," the active technology behind the DefenAge line, are "the biggest breakthrough in cosmetic skincare since the discovery of retinoids," she says—a bold claim, but one she backs with more than 30 clinical studies demonstrating safety and efficacy.
The mechanism is distinct from anything else in this roundup. Defensins signal the skin to activate dormant cells—the same ones the body uses during wound healing—to generate a new top layer of skin.
"With the creation of a new top layer of skin, people see improvements in fine lines, wrinkles, texture, sagging, pigment, redness, and pore size," Curcio explains. It's not exfoliating the old layer off; it's generating a genuinely fresh one from within.
Dr Amy Taub from Forefront Dermatology agrees these products work well, specifically for use after lasers, microneedling, radiofrequency treatments, chemical peels and other aesthetic procedures.
4. Microneedling with PDGFDr. Kenneth Markmakes a case for something a little different—a procedure rather than a product, but one that's generating enough dermatologist enthusiasm to belong in any conversation about what's new in anti-aging.
Microneedling with PDGF (platelet-derived growth factor) to deliver purified growth factors directly into the skin through microchannels, creating a synergistic effect that Mark describes as potentially more potent than traditional PRP treatments.
The appeal is the combination of meaningful results with minimal downtime. "Almost everybody in today's society wants instant gratification with little to no downtime or pain," he says, and this treatment delivers on both counts—impressive improvements in tone, texture, hyperpigmentation and elasticity with little more than temporary redness.
The standard protocol is three treatments spaced about a month apart, with the most impressive results typically visible at the one-month follow-up after completing the series. For anyone already curious about in-office treatments but put off by aggressive downtime, this is the option Mark says is worth asking your dermatologist about.
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Sources:- Dr. Anetta Reszko, board-certified dermatologist
- Dr. Nazanin Saedi, board-certified dermatologist, Plymouth Meeting Dermatology
- Dr. Kseniya Kobets, Director of Cosmetic Dermatology, Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care
- Dr. Chang Son, board-certified dermatologist
- Dr. Daniel Gould, board-certified plastic surgeon
- Dr. Andrea Austin, board-certified dermatologist
- Dr. Hadley King, board-certified dermatologist
- Dr. Kaveri Karhade, board-certified dermatologist
- Dr. Faranak Kamangar, board-certified dermatologist
- Dr. Natalie Curcio, board-certified dermatologist
- Dr Amy Taub, board-certified dermatologist
- Dr. Kenneth Mark, cosmetic dermatologist
Shop HQ's Sparkly Diamond Tennis Bracelet Is on Sale for Nearly 40% Off for Memorial Day
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Diamond tennis bracelets are a timeless classic. They add an effortless glam to any look, and can be just as chic when worn alone as they are when stacked. But, diamond jewelry doesn't tend to come cheap. That’s what makes the sparkly Brilliante Sterling Silver Simulated Diamond Tennis Bracelet such a great addition to any jewelry collection. It looks like the real thing, and it’s on sale for just $150 at ShopHQ for Memorial Day Weekend.
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Nancy Guthrie Case: New Information on Bone Found Near Her Home Revealed
New information has surfaced about a bone found near Today co-anchor Savannah Guthrie's mom Nancy Guthrie's Tucson, Ariz., home as the 84-year-old remains missing after her Feb. 1 abduction.
On May 7, a livestreamer named Alec Wysopalfound a bone near trails in Tucson, just a few miles from Nancy's house, while searching for any sign of the missing woman. He stumbled upon what looked to be a human leg bone and called 911.
Although many crime enthusiasts immediately wondered if the bone belonged to Nancy, it wasn't what it seemed, and had no connection to the case.
“The bone found near Craycroft and River was determined to be human. This will be a prehistoric anthropological investigation," the Tucson Police Department said in a statement, per Fox News Digital reporter Michael Ruiz. "The University of Arizona’s Anthropology Department and the Pima County Office of the Medical Examiner assisted. This is not a criminal investigation."
As it turns out, the bone was more than 750 years old, James T. Watson, the curator of bioarchaeology at the Arizona State Museum, told The New York Times in an article published on Thursday, May 21. More specifically, he narrowed it down to a time between 650 and 1250 A.D.
Wysopal recorded himself nudging the bone with a hiking pole on what he now knows is a Native American archaeological site, telling the outlet that had he known he stepped on the burial site, he would've stayed away from the area.
“Whether it’s Nancy Guthrie or an ancient individual, you shouldn’t be poking at them with a stick," Watson pointed out. "It’s common decency. Would you do that with your grandmother’s remains?”
Nancy was last seen at her Catalina Foothills residence on the evening of Jan. 31. Despite more than $1 million in reward money on the table and the FBI releasing footage and stills of a masked man on the 84-year-old's front porch, no suspect has been named in the case.
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Britney Spears Fans Rally Behind Her After New Footage Sparks Backlash
Britney Spears has been making headlines this week as new details about her March 2026 arrest have come to light.
On May 21, TMZ published footage from that fateful night, showing Spears, 44, taking a field sobriety test and being handcuffed near her home in California. It didn't take long for Spears fans to rally on social media, many upset that the outlet released the footage.
"Give this girl some peace! Jesus," one person commented on X.
"Leave Britney alone," someone else wrote.
"They're obsessed with her, why publish this?" a third X user wondered.
"Give her a break. The industry was terrible to her," a fourth comment read.
Spears broke her silence on her arrest on March 27, taking to Instagram to share a video of her alongside her son, Jayden James Federline.
"Thank you guys for all your support… spending time with family and friends is such a blessing !!! Stay kind !!!" she captioned the post.
In mid-April, the Associated Press reported that Spears had entered a rehab facility to get treatment for substance abuse. After about 21 days, Spears returned home, and the paparazzi have been following her every move since.
Earlier this month, reports surfaced that Spears was exhibiting "erratic behavior" while dining at a restaurant in Sherman Oaks, but a rep for the pop star was quick to set the record straight.
"Britney was enjoying a quiet dinner with her assistant and bodyguard," the rep told People magazine. "She was simply telling the story about how her dog was barking at the neighbors. At no point did she put anyone in danger with a knife. She was cutting her hamburger in half. This constant attack on everything that she does and this is exactly what happened 20 years ago when the media tried to depict Britney as a bad person. This is ridiculous and it needs to stop now."
Spears has been active on social media, but hasn't mentioned her DUI charge or the recently published footage from her arrest. After pleading guilty, Spears received 12 months probation and had to pay a fine of $571. Additionally, she will need to take a 3-month DUI education program and see a psychiatrist twice per month, according to People.
Iconic '90s Bassist, One of Rock's Most Eccentric, Kicks Off Ambitious Tour With 3 Beloved Bands
I've been playing the bass guitar for almost a decade at this point, and Les Claypool still melts my brain.
The American bassist, singer, and songwriter of Primus fame has been destroying the confines of what the bass guitar can be since "Frizzle Fry" dropped in 1990. Every young bass player is confronted with Primus at some point. The '90s alt-metal group has a sound that simply can't be replicated or copied, and that sound is back on tour as part of a very exciting lineup of shows.
Primus just kicked off the "Claypool Gold" tour, a three-band extravaganza featuring all of Claypool's primary projects: Primus, The Claypool Lennon Delirium, and Les Claypool's Fearless Flying Frog Brigade.
The set list includes all of Claypool's weird and wonderful work from all three bands, and since the tour just started, I'll give you all a little crash course.
Les Claypool's Flying Frog BrigadeThe Flying Frog Brigade is, dare I say, his most... traditional band? It's still chock full of his signature weirdness and his intense bass playing, but it hangs a lot more on traditional jam band stuff a la the Grateful Dead or Phish. The band formed in 2000 and was what Claypool described as his "midlife crisis band."
The band gets much weirder on the studio release "Purple Onion." The bulk of their output is live, but we get some strange froggy sounding music off this album, which has been featured heavily in the band's portion of the Claypool Gold setlist.
Emblematic of the band's exploration of some classic rock, here's The Flying Frog Brigade covering "Pigs," by Pink Floyd.
The Claypool Lennon DeliriumWith a brand new album out this year, The Claypool Lennon Delirium is Claypool's collaboration with Sean Lennon, son of John Lennon. This project is much more in the realm of psych rock, with a bit of Sgt. Pepper-era Beatles leaking into the sound. Claypool's bass playing combines with a bit of whimsical energy that gives this team up a bit of a signature sound aside from his other work.
The lineup for the two alternative icons at the first show of the tour was a healthy split of older material, and included songs from their new album "The Great Parrot-Ox and the Golden Egg of Empathy."
PrimusOf course, Claypool's most well known project and the band taking up the majority of the set-list, Primusshattered the rock scene of the 1990s with some of the most insane music that has ever been made. Claypool is truly doing alien things on the early Primus records and making some amazing metal music.
Most people know them from theSouth Park theme song, but I was introduced to them as a kind who just got his first bass guitar and wanted to know who the greats are. Nine years later, and the creativity still blows me away.
Whether it's tapping like Eddie Van Halen on "Jerry Was a Race Car Driver," doing an entire solo of just ghost notes on "Lacquer Head," or being the song that made me fall in love with the band, "Tommy the Cat," I can't get enough.
They developed a massive cult following in the '90s and were largely popular for a while, until that decade of rock music began to shy away as the decade changed over. They still remain one of my favorite bands of the era for the sheer scope of everything they accomplished. There is no other band barring any Claypool is a part of that will ever sound like Primus. For your consideration, one of my favorite concert clips:
The tour just kicked off in Reno last night, and there are plenty of dates to come. Be sure to check out if a show is near you on the band's website. Any true Primus fan will agree with me when I say that Primus sucks!
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Taco Bell’s New Cinnabon Delights Flavor Was Made for Summer
Taco Bell just introduced a sweet new strawberry version of its beloved Cinnabon Delights.
The fast-food chain's poppable dessert bites have been a top pick among fans for over a decade, and recently, Taco Bell has been experimenting with flavors as it does with so many other cult-favorite menu items like its iconic Mexican Pizza and Crunchwrap.
Last year, it offered Dulce de Leche Cinnabon Delights, which fans called "everything." It set a pretty high standard for this summer's version, which taps into the current strawberry trend.
From Tokyo-style Strawberry Matcha bars from Lindt to Sara Lee's new Sweet Moments Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake and Ghirardelli's Dubai Chocolate Strawberry, now customers have the option to enjoy another berry tempting treat: Taco Bell's Strawberry Cinnabon Delights.
Taco Bell Adds Strawberry Cinnabon Delights to Menus NationwideIn an email shared with Parade, Taco Bell described its new treat as "a fruity spin" on the classic dessert bites that'll "round out any order."
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The chain said its warm dough bites are coated in strawberry-flavored sugar and filled with rich Cinnabon cream cheese frosting for the "perfect balance of sweet, creamy, and indulgent flavors."
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How Long Will the New Dessert Bites Be Available at Taco Bell?Taco Bell's new Strawberry Cinnabon Delights will be available nationwide beginning Thursday, May 21, but only for a limited time (prices may vary). How long they'll stick around is unclear, but given how Taco Bell has been dropping new items left and right this year, we assume it'll be around for only a few months at most.
