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1X2: Social Distortion's Mommy's Little Monster Turns 40!

February 18, 2023 JCE and Jeremy Porter

JCE and Jeremy Porter look back on Social Distortion’s debut and landmark album Mommy’s Little Monster album 40 years after its release.

The Pencil Storm Super Bowl Gambling Extravaganza

February 11, 2023 Colin Gawel

In honor of Super Bowl Sunday, we present some sad and some exultant gambling stories from the Pencil Storm Editorial Board and contributors.

This Song! / "Bed Of Roses" by Ian Hunter

February 7, 2023 Ricki C.

Today’s This Song! - “Bed Of Roses” by Ian Hunter.

45 Years of Willie Phoenix

February 3, 2023 Ricki C.

Ricki C. on his 45 year friendship with Willie Phoenix.

In Memoriam: Tom Verlaine / 1949-2023

January 30, 2023 Ricki C.

Television, 1975; left to right - Richard Lloyd, Tom Verlaine, Richard Hell, Billy Ficca

Pencil Storm memorializes Tom Verlaine; Television guitarist & wide-ranging solo artist.

This Browns Fan Just Put a “Free” $200 Bet on the Bengals

January 28, 2023 Colin Gawel

Colin and the state of Ohio join the ranks of internet sports gambling.