By Mariel Turner
6:44am PDT, Aug 17, 2018
Republican leaders slam Pearl Jam poster of burning White House
Republican leaders spoke out on Aug. 15 against a Pearl Jam poster that shows the White House engulfed in flames and a bald eagle pecking at a skeleton they say is meant to depict President Donald Trump. The National Republican Senate Committee criticized the poster as "gory" and "encouraging violence" against Trump, similar to Kathy Griffin's fake decapitation photo.
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Journey's Steve Perry releases first new song in nearly 25 years
Former Journey frontman Steve Perry released a new song on Aug. 15 after nearly 25 years away from the spotlight. The private singer is also dropping a new album, "Traces," which consists of nine original songs and a cover of The Beatles' "I Need You."
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Rascal Flatts concert stopped due to bomb threat, police say
A bomb threat caused Rascal Flatts to abruptly end a concert in Indiana last week, police announced on Aug. 14. Authorities deemed a threat made concerning the Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center in suburban Indianapolis a credible danger but would not release any further details while it was being investigated, according to the the Hamilton County Sheriff's Department.
Aerosmith announces Las Vegas residency
Aerosmith is coming to Las Vegas! The rock band announced a headlining residency, "Deuces Are Wild," at the Park Theater at the Park MGM beginning on April 6, 2019. "We are going to bring hot, sexy rock 'n' roll to Vegas!!" Steven Tyler and Joe Perry said on Aug. 15. "The residency allows us to take 50 years of performing experience and create a one-of-a-kind show with the best music, best production design, best sound, in a world-class state-of-the-art venue. These shows will be epic!" The concerts are currently scheduled through July 9, 2019.
Shots fired at 50 Cent, Tekashi 6ix9ine video shoot in Brooklyn
An unknown assailant fired eight rounds during the filming of 50 Cent and Tekashi 6ix9ine's new video in Brooklyn on Aug. 15. No one was injured during the shooting and police are investigating the incident.
Fans honor Elvis Presley at gravesite on 41st anniversary of his death
Elvis Presley fans came together to honor the King of Rock 'n' Roll on the 41st anniversary of his death in Memphis, Tennessee, on Aug. 16. Supporters walked solemnly past Elvis' grave at Graceland while holding candles during the silent vigil, which commemorated the singer's life and career.
John Lennon and Paul McCartney's sons snap epic selfie
The Beatles 2.0? Fans of the iconic band freaked out on Aug. 13 when John Lennon and Yoko Ono's only son, Sean Ono Lennon, posted a photo of himself and Paul McCartney's son, James McCartney, on Instagram. The two scions bear a striking resemblance to their fathers in the selfie, which Sean captioned, "Peekaboo…"
