My obsessive love of rock didn't surface until later in life -- around the same time I began learning electric guitar and listening to artists like Jimi Hendrix. I spent the next decade learning everything I could about rock. Along the way I found myself gravitating towards against-the-grain bands like Pearl Jam, Modest Mouse and Queens of the Stone Age. I began pursuing a career in radio after realizing I would be able to talk about music all day and get free CDs and concert tix. After grinding it out on the intern circuit, I landed a job at the Banana! I later became a writer for Loudwire.com and I'm currently the Digital Managing Editor for Townsquare Media Flint.
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Owners Unveil Logo + Announce ‘Flint Firebirds’ as New Name of OHL Team
In a press conference today at Perani Arena, the IMS Hockey Corp. unveiled the Flint Firebirds as the new name of our OHL team (formerly Plymouth Whalers), unveiled the new team logo and released other details about the 2015-2016 season.
Michigan to Vote On Statewide Marijuana Legalization in 2016
Just eight years after medical marijuana hit the books in Michigan, plans for full, statewide legalization will be put to a vote in 2016.
Raging Tanker Fire Shuts Down I-94 in Dearborn [VIDEO]
A huge tanker blaze on I-94 in Dearborn has forced authorities to shut down traffic in both directions on the busy expressway. See video of the huge fire here.
Trista Mann — Lapeer Community Schools BOLTS Student Spotlight
Lapeer Community Schools are shining this week's spotlight on 8th grader and recent "BOLT Bucks" winner Trista Mann.
Detroit’s Michigan Central Depot to Receive Massive Facelift
The long-closed Michigan Central Depot is one of the largest and most visible historical landmarks in Detroit... It is also one of the biggest eyesores. A new agreement promises to rectify that situation.
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OHL’s Plymouth Whalers Officially Announce Relocation to Flint
The Ontario Hockey League's Plymouth Whalers are relocating to Flint and will call the Perani Arena their home for the 2015-2016 season.
Stuart Scott Dies at 49, ESPN Releases 15-Minute Tribute Video
Many people's favorite SportsCenter anchor (mine as well), Stuart Scott, has passed away at the age of 49 after a long battle with cancer.
Flint Police Find Pipe Bomb at Apartment Complex, Ask Public for Help
The Flint Police Department Bomb Squad discovered a pipe bomb in the parking lot of an apartment complex and are asking for help finding those responsible.
Kearsley High School, Armstrong Middle School Locked Down After Twitter Threat
After receiving several reports from area parents, we confirmed with school officials and authorities that Kearsley High School was on lockdown.
Demolition Underway at Former Delphi Flint East Facility on Center Rd [VIDEO]
Six years after its Dort Highway companion was reduced to rubble, the Delphi Flint East (formerly A.C. Spark Plug) facility on Center Rd is following suit -- see photos and video of the ongoing demolition here.
Get the Led Out with Carl Coffey
Every day at 10 AM, Carl Coffey rocks Led Zeppelin by request. Let him know which track you’d like to hear below!