Little Ferry Nightlife Icon DJ Ammo Dies Suddenly, Shockwaves Spread Through NYC Club Scene Little Ferry Nightlife Icon DJ Ammo Dies Suddenly, Shockwaves Spread Through NYC Club Scene
Little Ferry Nightlife Icon DJ Ammo Dies Suddenly, Shockwaves Spread Through NYC Club Scene Friends, family, and fans are mourning the sudden loss of Mossna M. Varasteh, a Bergen County native known worldwide as DJ Ammo, whose reach spanned from New York City to Asia. Varasteh, 42, died on Tuesday, July 8. He had gone to bed, gotten up around 5 a.m., gone back to sleep and was found unresponsive just hours later, his loved ones said. An exact cause has not yet been identified. Ammo had recently returned from performances in Japan, Germany, Amsterdam, and Aruba, and was still DJing major New York City events just weeks before his passing. He got his start in the summer after 8th g…
AI-Created Band Steals Oldies Sound, Gains Millions Of Streams: 'Not Quite Human' AI-Created Band Steals Oldies Sound, Gains Millions Of Streams: 'Not Quite Human'
Ai-created Band Steals Oldies Sound, Gains Millions Of Streams: 'Not Quite Human' It's a case like Milli Vanilli's lip-syncing scandal of the 90s made for the artificial intelligence era. The Velvet Sundown is a new band that exploded in popularity in June. The group has quickly gained more than 1.2 million monthly listeners on Spotify, fueled by a global chart-topping hit called "Dust on the Wind." The group has been described as having a retro folk-rock sound reminiscent of classic acts like Creedence Clearwater Revival or Bad Company. Its name is even similar to The Velvet Underground, the legendary experimental rock band once led by guitarist Lou Reed. There's …
Ex-Assistant Claims Kanye West 'Terrorized,' Sexually Assaulted Her Ex-Assistant Claims Kanye West 'Terrorized,' Sexually Assaulted Her
Ex-Assistant Claims Kanye West 'Terrorized,' Sexually Assaulted Her Kanye West, the controversial rapper and fashion designer also known as Ye, is facing new allegations of sexual assault and battery from his former assistant. The claims were added to an amended lawsuit originally filed in June 2024, which accused West of sexual harassment and wrongful termination. According to court documents obtained by Us Weekly, Lauren Pisciotta alleges that West, age 48, created a hostile work environment and “terrorized and dominated” her for two years under the guise of offering career advancement opportunities.  She claims West abruptly fired her after she res…
Mount Olive Mayor’s Son-In-Law, Troy Livesey, Dies Suddenly At 37 Mount Olive Mayor’s Son-In-Law, Troy Livesey, Dies Suddenly At 37
Mount Olive Mayor’s Son-In-Law, Troy Livesey, Dies Suddenly At 37 Troy Livesey, a well-liked bagel shop employee and son-in-law of Mount Olive mayor Joe Nicastro, died on Monday, July 7, due to unknown medical reasons, Nicastro said. He was 37 years old. Livesey grew up in Ringwood and graduated from Lakeland Regional High School, his obituary on the William Leber Funeral Home website says. He is being remembered for his kind heart, caring spirit, and sense of humor, Nicastro wrote on a GoFundMe page he organized for his family. This is the second tragedy for the mayor and his family this year: His granddaughter Wrenna died of cancer in January. At Hacke…
Dad-To-Be, Jerry Michalak, Dies Unexpectedly At 37 In York Dad-To-Be, Jerry Michalak, Dies Unexpectedly At 37 In York
Dad-To-Be, Jerry Michalak, Dies Unexpectedly At 37 In York A York man known for his loyalty, love of music, and devotion to family died unexpectedly just months before welcoming his first child, according to his obituary. Jerry Edward Michalak Jr., 37, died at WellSpan York Hospital on Saturday, June 28, 2025, the John W. Keffer Funeral Home announced. Jerry grew up in Dover and graduated from Northeastern Senior High School in 2006. He proudly served in the National Guard and was described as a kind and generous soul. He was a die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan and never missed a game. Friends and family said he was passionate about music, gaming, …
Do Ya Think He’s Sexy? Rod Stewart’s 2025 Tour Brings the Hits Do Ya Think He’s Sexy? Rod Stewart’s 2025 Tour Brings the Hits
Do Ya Think He’s Sexy? Rod Stewart’s 2025 Tour Brings the Hits Rod Stewart is strutting back on stage this summer for a run of shows that fans won’t want to miss and tickets are already moving faster than a Saturday night dance floor. Snag yours now for a chance to see this rock legend live, joined by Cheap Trick, in a night packed with iconic hits. At 80 years young, the two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is still delivering unforgettable performances. Stewart has announced that this will be his final large-scale tour, making these summer dates a rare chance to see him perform live. Here’s where you can catch him: July 12—Wells Fargo Center in P…
Pearl Jam Musician Leaves Iconic Grunge Band After 27 Years: 'I Am Forever Grateful' Pearl Jam Musician Leaves Iconic Grunge Band After 27 Years: 'I Am Forever Grateful'
Pearl Jam Musician Leaves Iconic Grunge Band After 27 Years: 'I Am Forever Grateful' Pearl Jam's longtime drummer is stepping away from the legendary grunge band after nearly three decades. Matt Cameron announced his departure from Pearl Jam, the band said in a statement posted on its website on Monday, July 7. The 62-year-old joined the Seattle rock group in 1998, replacing former drummer Jack Irons. Cameron said he was thankful for "27 fantastic years" with the band led by singer Eddie Vedder. "I have taken my final steps down the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam," Cameron wrote. "Much love and respect to Jeff [Ament], Ed [Vedder], Mike [McCready] and Stone [Goss…
'X-Files' Composer Dies At CT Home At 78 'X-Files' Composer Dies At CT Home At 78
'X-Files' Composer Dies At CT Home At 78 Mark Snow, the famed television composer who conjured up the eerie and suspenseful theme music for "The X-Files," died at his Connecticut home on Friday, July 4, according to Variety.  The Juilliard School-trained composer and musician was 78.  Snow was a longtime television composer who had his hands on dozens of television shows over his nearly 50-year career, according to IMDB. He was nominated for 15 Emmy Awards during that time.  Mark Snow on how he created the "X-Files" theme song.  FoundationINTERVIEWS Composer Sean Callery said Snow had "limitless tale…
Beloved Hamden Record Store Closing; Owners Plan To Keep Music Alive With Online Shop Beloved Hamden Record Store Closing; Owners Plan To Keep Music Alive With Online Shop
Beloved Hamden Record Store Closing; Owners Plan To Keep Music Alive With Online Shop Hamden's go-to spot for vinyl collectors and music fans is preparing to close its storefront after 36 years, but the owners promise to keep the music alive with an online shop.  Replay Records, which opened in 1989, announced on Facebook that it will close the store at the end of July. The owners, Doug and Mary Snyder, thanked the customers who've shopped there for the last three decades. "So many people have come through our doors in the last 36 years," Mary posted. "It's truly been a remarkable adventure for us both. We've always done our very best to bring you quality vinyl at affor…
Lancaster Man Kills Himself Before Sentencing For Brutal Double Stabbing: Police Lancaster Man Kills Himself Before Sentencing For Brutal Double Stabbing: Police
Lancaster Man Kills Himself Before Sentencing For Brutal Double Stabbing: Police A Lancaster man fatally shot himself hours before he was due in court for sentencing in a brutal 2021 double stabbing, authorities confirmed on Wednesday, July 2. Scotty Lee Gebhard Jr., 38, called 911 around 5:30 a.m. on Friday, June 27, saying he was in Lancaster County Central Park and planned to harm himself. Officers from the Lancaster Bureau of Police responded and attempted to de-escalate the situation, but within seconds of making contact, Gebhard pulled the trigger, according to police. He was taken to Lancaster General Hospital, where he died of the self-inflicted gunshot wound, t…
Country, Charm & Keith Urban—What More Do You Need? Country, Charm & Keith Urban—What More Do You Need?
Country, Charm & Keith Urban—What More Do You Need? Keith Urban fans, it’s time to mark the calendar and grab those tickets because the country superstar is on tour. Urban will bring his "High and Alive World Tour" to Giant Center in Hershey, PA on Thursday, Oct. 2, then to Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT on Friday, Oct. 3, and to Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, VA on Saturday, Oct. 4. These stops are part of his biggest tour in years, built around "High," his 12th studio album released earlier this year. The setlist blends new tracks with the chart-topping hits that have defined his sound. Known for turning every show into a full-on event, …
LeAnn Rimes’ Teeth Fall Out Mid-Performance, But She Didn't Miss A Beat LeAnn Rimes’ Teeth Fall Out Mid-Performance, But She Didn't Miss A Beat
LeAnn Rimes’ Teeth Fall Out Mid-Performance, But She Didn't Miss A Beat LeAnn Rimes may have lost her teeth, but she didn’t lose her cool. The country singer was mid-performance at Skagit Casino Resort in Washington last week when her front dental bridge made a dramatic exit during her song “One Way Ticket.” Fans got more than a concert; they got an unfiltered moment of showbiz grit. She took to her Instagram to tell the toothy tale.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by leann rimes cibrian (@leannrimes) The singer has had multiple dental surgeries and explained the snafu this way: “If you’ve been a…