This Is Real: Vince Neil To Headline 'DrinksGiving'

DrinksGiving only exists in Las Vegas, of course.

Vince Neil will headline "DrinksGiving" during "Blackout Wednesday" on November 24. Yes, that's the day before Thanksgiving for all fellow Americans reading this. From Vegas Publicity:

On Wednesday, Nov. 24, Fremont Street Experience will throw an epic drink-fest and block party encompassing the entire destination with its inaugural DrinksGiving celebration and free concert featuring Mötley Crüe front man Vince Neil. Tourists, locals, and rock fans alike are invited to celebrate DrinksGiving on Blackout Wednesday in Downtown Las Vegas with soon-to-be announced drink specials, pub crawls, drinking games and more.

'Fremont Street is the place to party in Las Vegas, and we are always exploring new ways to give our guests the experience of a lifetime,' said Andrew Simon, president and CEO of Fremont Street Experience. 'DrinksGiving is going to be the ultimate Blackout Wednesday event in Las Vegas.'

I swear, you can't make this shit up. It doesn't seem like a great idea to have Vince headline such a show, but hey. I don't run his PR. Of course, Vince did kill Razzle from Hanoi Rocks all those years ago while driving drunk.

Fremont Street Experience Cranks up Free Entertainment Offerings for 2021 with New Announcements https://t.co/K4ypsItXwN by @Vegaspublicity_ @FSELV @thevinceneil @barenakedladies #entertainment #experience #events #music #VinceNeil #BarenakedLadies #concerts #lasvegas #dtlv #free pic.twitter.com/gqgEpkCM3w

— VegasPublicity.com (@VegasPublicity_) July 29, 2021

Sad Update About Mike Howe's Death

Mike Howe, Metal Church singer, died a few days ago. The sudden death was ruled a suicide. Just one more reminder that mental health must be talked about more openly. The stigma and jokes about people being "crazy" need to go. Remember, you don't have to suffer alone - there are resources and people to help.

Do you need help with your mental health? If you don't know where to start, this infographic may help guide you. https://t.co/EUJzVnHaIf pic.twitter.com/pJTdvu5pAP

— Mental Health NIMH (@NIMHgov) July 29, 2021

METAL CHURCH Singer MIKE HOWE's Death Ruled Suicide https://t.co/KxOvC8PI3k pic.twitter.com/vGUynySUFi

— BLABBERMOUTH.NET (@BLABBERMOUTHNET) July 30, 2021

ZZ Top Will Continue On

The death of ZZ Top bassist Dusty Hill was the big, sad news of yesterday. Now, word the band will go ahead with Dusty's blessing. In a couple tweets from Billy Gibbons to Eddie Trunk, it seems that Dusty gave his blessing for the band to continue.

ZZ Top is currently on tour. The South Carolina show planned for last night was cancelled. Hill's longtime guitar tech is filling in for the live shows.

Received this just now via text from @BillyFGibbons regarding passing of Dusty Hill @ZZTop . Billy told me okay to share w/fans: As Dusty said upon his departure, “ Let the show go on!”.and…with respect, we’ll do well to get beyond this and honor his wishes.

— Eddie Trunk (@EddieTrunk) July 28, 2021

Also this from @BillyFGibbons @ZZTop : Dusty emphatically grabbed my arm and said, “Give Elwood the bottom end and take it to the Top”.
He meant it, amigo. He really did.

— Eddie Trunk (@EddieTrunk) July 28, 2021

Farewell Dusty Hill

Back here in the obits section - I mean Bring Back Glam! - more sad news: Dusty Hill, founding bassist for ZZ Top, has died. He was 72. The band says he died in his sleep. Hill - and ZZ Top - are music legends, especially for southern rock. They were huge in the 80s too. I'm glad I got to see them live once. Seriously people, see the bands you love live now while you still can.

ZZ Top is currently on tour. No word what will happen with those dates. The band is supposed to perform tonight in South Carolina. Hill was already off the tour for a few shows for a hip issue.

Dusty Hill, bassist for the rock band ZZ Top, has died just days after he had taken a leave of absence due to a hip issue, the group says. https://t.co/t4kTY74EwH

— NBC News (@NBCNews) July 28, 2021

Today we lost a great friend and a remarkable Texan.

ZZ Top’s Bassist Dusty Hill Dead at 72

Truly a music legend. https://t.co/VVkJ67E7lN

— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) July 28, 2021

Farewell Joey Jordison

It is just unreal to me, how many musicians we're losing these days. Joey Jordison, founding member and drummer of Slipknot, died yesterday at 46. He had transverse myelitis, but it isn't exactly clear what caused the death. He died in his sleep.

Jordison left Slipknot in 2013. Slipknot's All Hope Is Gone is one of my favorite metal records, period. Jordison's drumming is great on the album. Slipknot is on a social media blackout in honor of Jordison.

Joey Jordison, a founding member of Slipknot, who drummed for the influential metal band in its most popular period and helped write many of its best-known songs, has died at age 46. https://t.co/Uz3j3iIiGi

— The Associated Press (@AP) July 28, 2021

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— Slipknot (@slipknot) July 27, 2021

Farewell Mike Howe

Metal Church singer Mike Howe passed yesterday. He was only 55. His death was unexpected and not believed to be related to alcohol or drugs. Mike and Metal Church are considered some of the forefathers of thrash.

Mike Howe passed away yesterday at his home in Eureka, California. The passing of our brother, friend and true legend of heavy metal music has devastated us and we are at a loss for words. Please respect our privacy and the Howe family’s privacy during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/km0lkU52PW

— Metal Church (@metalchurchis1) July 27, 2021

RokIsland Fest 2022 Announced

This looks fun! RokIsland Fest is officially on the books for next January. It goes down in Key West, Florida. Lots of bands on the bill including Bret Michaels, Loverboy, a Dokken and George Lynch reunion, Lita Ford and more.

Tickets go on sale Monday, August 9. The show capacity is limited to 4,000 so this will probably sell out pretty fast.

JUST ANNOUNCED! 🏝 ROKISLAND FEST 2022 in Key West, Florida! Sunday January 16th! #dokken #keywest @rokislandfest pic.twitter.com/V9cZJrZ8Ia

— DOKKEN (@Dokken) July 26, 2021