By Ross JonesLink copiedWith September waltzing off into the sunset for another year, here at Holler the sweaters are coming out of the cupboard and the pumpkin spiced lattes are being ordered in high demand. With AMERICANAFEST and Pilgrimage just about tying up festival season too, we're chomping at the bit to settle in under a blanket on the sofa and listen to the plethora of albums that are set to be released over the next couple months. It's a good job then that there's some rich, tasty records being released this week that we can delve into. Celebrating what's been another triumphant...…By Ross JonesLink copiedWith September waltzing off into the sunset for another year, here at Holler the sweaters are coming out of the cupboard and the pumpkin spiced lattes are being ordered in high demand. With AMERICANAFEST and Pilgrimage just about tying up festival season too, we're chomping at the bit to settle in under a blanket on the sofa and listen to the plethora of albums that are set to be released over the next couple months. It's a good job then that there's some rich, tasty records being released this week that we can delve into. Celebrating what's been another triumphant...WW…

By Ross JonesLink copiedZach Bryan has announced a one-off concert in Australia. The 'Something In The Orange' singer was originally set to head down under for the first time ever to headline Catani Gardens, St Kilda on December 9, 2023.Now, due to immediate demand, the venue has been upgraded pre-sale to Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne. The date of the concert remains Saturday, December 9, 2023.Upon announcement of the venue upgrade, Bryan took to social media, saying; "Heard everyone's gripes, the demand was crazy and I appreciate you guys so much!""Love you guys and can't wait to see...…By Ross JonesLink copiedZach Bryan has announced a one-off concert in Australia. The 'Something In The Orange' singer was originally set to head down under for the first time ever to headline Catani Gardens, St Kilda on December 9, 2023.Now, due to immediate demand, the venue has been upgraded pre-sale to Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne. The date of the concert remains Saturday, December 9, 2023.Upon announcement of the venue upgrade, Bryan took to social media, saying; "Heard everyone's gripes, the demand was crazy and I appreciate you guys so much!""Love you guys and can't wait to see...WW…

By Ross JonesLink copiedPop open the champagne and prepare the party poppers, as New Year's Live: Nashville's Big Bash is returning this December 31st.The annual event - which is taking place in Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in Music City - will once again be broadcast on CBS, who have agreed a multi-year deal with the production. Kicking off at 7:30pm ET, the Big Bash will be headlined by Lainey Wilson, Thomas Rhett and Lynyrd Skynyrd, with many more to be announced. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nashville Tennessee (@visitmusiccity) Upon announcing the event, Robert...…By Ross JonesLink copiedPop open the champagne and prepare the party poppers, as New Year's Live: Nashville's Big Bash is returning this December 31st.The annual event - which is taking place in Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in Music City - will once again be broadcast on CBS, who have agreed a multi-year deal with the production. Kicking off at 7:30pm ET, the Big Bash will be headlined by Lainey Wilson, Thomas Rhett and Lynyrd Skynyrd, with many more to be announced. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nashville Tennessee (@visitmusiccity) Upon announcing the event, Robert...WW…

By Ross JonesLink copiedIt looks like we have a new favourite trio on our hands. Following the release of Kacey Musgraves' and Noah Kahan's new duets with Zach Bryan these past couple months, the pair have now announced their own collaboration, in the form of a new version of Kahan's 'She Calls Me Back'.Two days ago (10/1), Kahan shared a short teaser in the form of a live tour reel on TikTok. His fans were quick to place Musgraves' voice on this new recording, prompting excitement amongst both their fanbases that a special reimagining of the Stick Season track was on the way.Now, the...…By Ross JonesLink copiedIt looks like we have a new favourite trio on our hands. Following the release of Kacey Musgraves' and Noah Kahan's new duets with Zach Bryan these past couple months, the pair have now announced their own collaboration, in the form of a new version of Kahan's 'She Calls Me Back'.Two days ago (10/1), Kahan shared a short teaser in the form of a live tour reel on TikTok. His fans were quick to place Musgraves' voice on this new recording, prompting excitement amongst both their fanbases that a special reimagining of the Stick Season track was on the way.Now, the...WW…

Arbitrator's decisions kept or promoted officers after departments took actionAs cities grapple with how police departments should change in the wake of nationwide protests, questions are being raised about how troubled officers have been allowed to stay on some police forces, even when their own department doesn’t want them.3:44 PM, Jun 23, 2020(WXYZ) — As cities grapple with how police departments should change in the wake of nationwide protests, questions are being raised about how troubled officers have been allowed to stay on some police forces, even when their own department...…Arbitrator's decisions kept or promoted officers after departments took actionAs cities grapple with how police departments should change in the wake of nationwide protests, questions are being raised about how troubled officers have been allowed to stay on some police forces, even when their own department doesn’t want them.3:44 PM, Jun 23, 2020(WXYZ) — As cities grapple with how police departments should change in the wake of nationwide protests, questions are being raised about how troubled officers have been allowed to stay on some police forces, even when their own department...WW…

Years before it failed, Sanford Dam owner passed $83,000 repair bill to residents6:20 PM, Jun 18, 2020MIDLAND COUNTY, Mich. (WXYZ) — Years before the Sanford and Edenville Dams failed, devastating thousands of homes, the dams’ owner pressured lake residents to foot $83,000 in repairs.Residents still trying to rebuild from last month’s flooding recall the battle in 2011 that pitted them against Lee Mueller, a manager of Boyce Hydro and owner of the dams.“He basically was telling people, if you wanted to live on a lake, if you wanted to have water frontage, it might cost you some...…Years before it failed, Sanford Dam owner passed $83,000 repair bill to residents6:20 PM, Jun 18, 2020MIDLAND COUNTY, Mich. (WXYZ) — Years before the Sanford and Edenville Dams failed, devastating thousands of homes, the dams’ owner pressured lake residents to foot $83,000 in repairs.Residents still trying to rebuild from last month’s flooding recall the battle in 2011 that pitted them against Lee Mueller, a manager of Boyce Hydro and owner of the dams.“He basically was telling people, if you wanted to live on a lake, if you wanted to have water frontage, it might cost you some...WW…

Oakland County Sheriffs Office defends deputy's actionsIt’s 9:45 on the morning of May 8, and an Oakland County sheriff’s deputy says he sees something suspicious. A black Nissan Versa is circling in a Pontiac neighborhood. The driver is 27-year-old Glorianna Moore.6:05 PM, Aug 03, 2020PONTIAC, Mich. (WXYZ) — It’s 9:45 on the morning of May 8, and an Oakland County sheriff’s deputy says he sees something suspicious.A black Nissan Versa is circling in a Pontiac neighborhood. The driver is 27-year-old Glorianna Moore.“I wasn’t familiar with the Pontiac area or the complex or...…Oakland County Sheriffs Office defends deputy's actionsIt’s 9:45 on the morning of May 8, and an Oakland County sheriff’s deputy says he sees something suspicious. A black Nissan Versa is circling in a Pontiac neighborhood. The driver is 27-year-old Glorianna Moore.6:05 PM, Aug 03, 2020PONTIAC, Mich. (WXYZ) — It’s 9:45 on the morning of May 8, and an Oakland County sheriff’s deputy says he sees something suspicious.A black Nissan Versa is circling in a Pontiac neighborhood. The driver is 27-year-old Glorianna Moore.“I wasn’t familiar with the Pontiac area or the complex or...WW…

A large protest broke out at the scene where a man with suspected ties to a Detroit gang was fatally shot by police after officers say he opened fire.4:11 PM, Jul 10, 2020DETROIT (WXYZ) — A large protest broke out at the scene where a man with suspected ties to a Detroit gang was fatally shot by police after officers say he opened fire.RELATED: Hours later Chief James Craig spoke with the media about what led up to the shooting and showed bodycam footage that showed the suspect confronting and then opening fire on police.Police came to West McNichols and San Juan just after 12:30...…A large protest broke out at the scene where a man with suspected ties to a Detroit gang was fatally shot by police after officers say he opened fire.4:11 PM, Jul 10, 2020DETROIT (WXYZ) — A large protest broke out at the scene where a man with suspected ties to a Detroit gang was fatally shot by police after officers say he opened fire.RELATED: Hours later Chief James Craig spoke with the media about what led up to the shooting and showed bodycam footage that showed the suspect confronting and then opening fire on police.Police came to West McNichols and San Juan just after 12:30...WW…

Health systems furloughed workers as pandemic took holdHospitals with billions in reserves still received hundreds of millions of dollars through taxpayer bailouts.9:07 PM, Jul 08, 2020As health system budgets continue to recover from deep losses caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, questions are being raised about why hospitals with billions in reserves still received hundreds of millions of dollars through taxpayer bailouts.As part of the CARES Act in April, the federal government infused billions of dollars into the economy, with much of the money going to hospitals across the country.“The...…Health systems furloughed workers as pandemic took holdHospitals with billions in reserves still received hundreds of millions of dollars through taxpayer bailouts.9:07 PM, Jul 08, 2020As health system budgets continue to recover from deep losses caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, questions are being raised about why hospitals with billions in reserves still received hundreds of millions of dollars through taxpayer bailouts.As part of the CARES Act in April, the federal government infused billions of dollars into the economy, with much of the money going to hospitals across the country.“The...WW…

Some inspection reports are more than a decade overdue18 high and significant hazard dams in Michigan have not submitted required inspection reports with state watchdogs, with some more than a decade overdue.6:28 PM, Aug 06, 2020(WXYZ) — 18 high and significant hazard dams in Michigan have not submitted required inspection reports with state watchdogs, with some more than a decade overdue.The revelation comes more than two months after two dams in Midland County failed, leading to thousands of homes being lost or damaged and more than $200 million in devastation.In Michigan, dam...…Some inspection reports are more than a decade overdue18 high and significant hazard dams in Michigan have not submitted required inspection reports with state watchdogs, with some more than a decade overdue.6:28 PM, Aug 06, 2020(WXYZ) — 18 high and significant hazard dams in Michigan have not submitted required inspection reports with state watchdogs, with some more than a decade overdue.The revelation comes more than two months after two dams in Midland County failed, leading to thousands of homes being lost or damaged and more than $200 million in devastation.In Michigan, dam...WW…