The Devil And The Almighty Blues

In der norwegischen Hauptstadt Oslo formierte sich vor über einem Jahrzehnt eine musikalische Vereinigung,
die den Blues nicht nur spielen, sondern ihn förmlich sezieren und neu zusammensetzen wollte.
The Devil and the Almighty Blues entstanden aus dem Wunsch heraus, die tiefe Melancholie und die rohe Energie
des traditionellen Delta-Blues mit der Wucht des modernen Stoner-Rock und dem Geist der 70er Jahre zu verheiraten.
Es war eine bewusste Abkehr von der polierten, technischen Perfektion moderner Produktionen. ...

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DJ ARPONERA Birthday party
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
8:30 p.m. Paris time
11:30 AM (SL TIME,PST)
hop://bloodmoonpack.com:8002/Event%20Beach%20Club/128/128/...

Events page:
https://bloodmoonpack.com/grid/events/view.php?id=27
https://opensimworld.com/events/131177

Liebe Clubtänzer und Musikzuhörer,

der erste Dienstag im neuen Jahr stellt wieder eine gut gefüllte Musikalische Rumpelkiste zum Auspacken bereit. Passend zum Datum gelabelt mit "neu, Anfang, Start". Um 20:00 am 6.1.2026 fangen wir an, ab 19:30 wird schon wieder Vorprogramm gestartet.
Taxi: dorenas-world.de:8002:Gridtalk
Dear club dancers and music lovers,

The first Tuesday of the new year brings another packed musical treasure trove to unpack. Appropriately labeled "new, beginning, start," it kicks off at 8:00 PM on January 6, 2026, with the pre-show starting at 7:30 PM.
Taxi: dorenas-world.de:8002:Gridtalk

@everyone 2026 has begun and its time to get to planning OSFest 2026 - yes we are starting early 😉 Tentative dates are October 9, 2026 thru October 24, 2026. Our primary goal is to have 65% events on other grids and 35% on the OSFest grid.

Choosing our theme is the next step so I created a ranked choice bot we can use to narrow choices without people "bandwagoning" or seeing spoilers. Each poll we vote on is limited to 5 choices so we will be running more than one ranked choice poll to help us rank suggested themes. When you vote, (ranking your choices), assign a number from 1 to 5 to each choice where the best choice is 5 and the worst choice is 1. So far we have the following suggestions:

Into the Future
Into the Past
Alternate Timelines
Change the World
Ancient Myths
Nautical
Ships (Air, Land, and Sea)
Architecture
Science Fiction
Futuristic Living
Fantasy
Supernatural
Mysteries and Monsters
Color (Single color per exhibit)
Physically based rendering (PBR)

Do we want to have more than one theme? Are there any more suggestions before I create the polls in the polling-channel?

Khiron Ametza Live
Sunday, January 4th, 2026
Khiron's provocative Brazilian singing results from a lifetime of professional musicianship in her real world and many years in virtual worlds. You hear her singing Contemporary Ballads, 70s & 80s, 90s, 00s, Progressive Rock, Disco, and everything in between. Join us, and you will also fall under her golden spell!


2pm @ Speakeasy Swinghard
Attire: Casual
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/AMV%20Events/1082/1028/4...
alternatemetaverse.com:8002/AMV Events

http://alternatemetaverse.com:8002
Region: AMV EVENTS
Location: 1082, 1028, 42

***Dance The Trance***
Today is DJ Light Ray on the Decks with one of his great Trance Sets!!!
The Cube calls all to come over and have a great time again with good Tunes and Fun !!
12:00pm Grid Time [21 Uhr Euro Time]

Luminaria's Festival of Light's Dance Party! Littlefield's week long Festival of Lights Ice Region is now open until Jan 6th 2026. The Ice Dance will be Saturday Jan 2nd at 8pm Pacific!
8:00pm Pacific Time
lfgrid.com:8002:Luminaria

Richi's Music Call - Neujahrsempfang (English below)
01.01.2026 ab 19 Uhr
Liebe Musikfreundinnen und Musikfreunde,
zum Start ins neue Jahr laden wir euch herzlich zu einem ganz besonderen Event ein:
🎶 Richi's Music Call 🎶
Ein musikalisches Cult-Event in OpenSim – und zugleich unser gemeinsamer Neujahrsempfang.
Freut euch auf eine einzigartige Atmosphäre, ausgewählte Klänge, inspirierende Begegnungen und einen Abend, an dem Musik verbindet und das neue Jahr gebührend willkommen geheißen wird.
Ob langjährige Wegbegleiter oder neugierige Neuentdecker – ihr seid alle willkommen, Teil dieses besonderen Moments zu sein.
Lasst uns gemeinsam zurückblicken, nach vorne hören und das neue Jahr mit Musik, Gemeinschaft und guter Energie beginnen.
✨ Musik. Begegnung. Neubeginn. ✨
Wir freuen uns sehr auf euer Kommen und einen unvergesslichen Abend in OpenSim im Moonrose Grid.
Stream: https://laut.fm/radiorockt
Streaming URL: https://stream.laut.fm/radiorockt
Taxi: hop://moonrose-grid.de:8002/MusicCallBay/88/120/29
Musikalische Grüße
Richi's Music Call – Team
Richi's Music Call - New Year's Reception
Dear music lovers,
To kick off the new year, we cordially invite you to a very special event:
🎶 Richi's Music Call 🎶
A cult musical event in OpenSim – and also our New Year's reception.
Look forward to a unique atmosphere, carefully selected sounds, inspiring encounters, and an evening where music connects and the new year is welcomed in style.
Whether you're a longtime friend or a curious newcomer – you are all welcome to be part of this special moment.
Let's look back together, look ahead, and begin the new year with music, community, and positive energy.
✨ Music. Connection. New Beginnings. ✨
We are very much looking forward to seeing you and to an unforgettable evening in OpenSim at the Moonrose Grid.
... Stream: https://laut.fm/radiorockt
Streaming URL: https://stream.laut.fm/radiorockt
Taxi: hop://moonrose-grid.de:8002/MusicCallBay/88/120/29
Musical greetings,
Richi's Music Call Team

Bonne année à tous 🎉 Que 2026 vous apporte joie, créativité et belles rencontres. Un nouvel endroit se prépare dans l’ombre… il arrivera au bon moment. Merci pour votre patience et votre soutien.

Happy New Year everyone 🎉 May 2026 bring you joy, creativity, and wonderful connections. A new place is taking shape in the shadows… it will arrive at the right moment. Thank you for your patience and support.

🎄 Derniers jours ! 🎁
Il ne vous reste plus que jusqu’au 10 janvier pour récupérer les cadeaux du Calendrier de l’Avent devant la boutique Dekalion 🎅✨
La région fermera ensuite jusqu’au prochain Noël, alors profitez-en tant qu’elle est encore ouverte ❄️✨
📍 HyperGrid : bloodmoonpack.com:8002:Marché de Noël
📍 OpensimWorld : https://opensimworld.com/hop/87499


🎄 Last days! 🎁
You only have until January 10th to collect the gifts from the Advent Calendar in front of the Dekalion shop 🎅✨
The region will then close until next Christmas, so enjoy it while it’s still open ❄️✨
📍 HyperGrid: bloodmoonpack.com:8002:Marché de Noël
📍 OpensimWorld: https://opensimworld.com/hop/87499

Save room for these delicious New Year's Treats!
New Year’s Eve at the Golden Ballroom at Mermaid’s Cove Featuring the radiant Evanea Fae — singing live at 6:00pm!
Country • Pop • Rock • Jazz • Blues • Indie • Showtunes! Come twirl into 2026 with joy, elegance, and the golden voice of Evanea Fae. Surprises, merriment, and magic await! Fun is mandatory, Magic is guaranteed! Dress to dazzle — it’s a night of sparkle and celebration!
The Golden Dreams Ballroom proudly presents the radiant, unforgettable voice of Putrisolo — live at 1:00 PM on New Year’s Day!
Step into a world of sparkle, music, and celebration as Putrisolo lights up the stage with a performance overflowing with warmth, charm, and feel‑good energy! This is the kind of afternoon that sets the tone for a magical year ahead — laughter in the air, friends all around, and music that makes your heart dance! A dazzling live performance that lifts every spirit!
hg.osgrid.org:80:Mermaid's Cove
We know there are a lot of parties this New Years and we hope you take a bit of time to share with us! Happy New Year!! (Gotta get your HUGGGGS!!!)

The entire team at CCC, Sunlight Regions, The Cube, and Dope Club wishes everyone a happy new year 2026. We thank you for the amazing support and the wonderful times we've shared with you all, and we hope to spend another year with you in 2026!

Einen Guten Rutsch ins Jahr 2026.
Für das Neue Jahr wünsche ich euch von Herzen ganz viel Gesundheit, Glück sowie viel Power um neues zu erschaffen. Natürlich auch einen tolle Zeit in OpenSim und ganz viel Spaß dabei.

Happy New Year 2026!

For the New Year, I wish you all the best of health, happiness, and lots of energy to create new things. And of course, I hope you have a great time in OpenSim and lots of fun!

Felice Anno Nuovo 2026!

Per il nuovo anno, vi auguro tutto il meglio: salute, felicità e tanta energia per creare cose nuove. E, naturalmente, vi auguro un fantastico divertimento con OpenSim!

¡Feliz Año Nuevo 2026!

Para el Año Nuevo, les deseo mucha salud, felicidad y mucha energía para crear cosas nuevas. Y, por supuesto, ¡espero que se diviertan mucho en OpenSim!

working on speeding up FSAssetService, i noticed in the loop it's got hard-coded 1 second delay per asset. So on a simple thing with 30 assets that's an extra 30 second of nada nothing. I added config option in Robust.HG.ini under

[AssetService]
WriteSleepMs = 10

so that's 10ms or .01 seconds instead of 1000ms but you can adjust in the config how you like it. in the Writer() function i changed Thread.Sleep(1000); to Thread.Sleep(m_WriteSleepMs); (which pulls value from config, defaults to 1000 if dne)

I also moved the spool directory to RAM disk where it determines the hash, and it checks the RAM disk for existing file instead of hitting the drive. Then it does the actual movement from spool to data directory in a background thread without blocking. So far I'm seeing simple remote objects imported over HG taking about 20 seconds that took about 3 minutes originally. Anyway if you want to test it out there's just one file change. https://codeberg.org/fionasweet/FSAssetService
let me know . If I didn't break anything maybe i'll submit a PR upstream.

Gridtalkparty
Liebe Musikzuhörer und Clubtänzer,

der letzte Dienstag im Jahr 2025 naht - und ab 20:00 Uhr steht wieder die Musikalische Rumpelkiste da und wartet aufs Auspacken. (Vormusiken ab 19:30) Lasst sie nicht lange warten und kommet zuhauf - wir freuen uns drauf.
dorenas-world.de:8002:Gridtalk
Gridtalk Party
Dear music lovers and club dancers,
the last Tuesday of 2025 is approaching – and starting at 8:00 PM, the musical rummage sale will be back, ready to unpack. (Pre-show starts at 7:30 PM) Don't keep it waiting and come in droves – we're looking forward to it!
dorenas-world.de:8002:Gridtalk

🎉 Benvenuti zum Italienischen Abend!
Heute feiern wir virtuell mit mediterranem Flair, guter Musik und charmanten Gästen.
Mit dabei: Tommy White & Paristelle Marisol – sie bringen den Sound von Bella Italia direkt zu euch!
Dresscode: La Dolce Vita – ob Vespa-Chic, Pizzabäcker-Style oder Opernglamour, alles ist erlaubt.

🎄 GIRLS POWER X-MAS BASH 🎄

Vergiss „Stille Nacht“ – wir machen es laut! 🔊✨

Mädels, schnappt euch eure Besties und feiert mit uns die ultimative Christmas Party. Wir lassen den Weihnachtsstress hinter uns und feiern geballte Female Power!

🎧 An den Decks: Niemand Geringeres als SYLVIA! Sie versorgt uns mit den heißesten Beats und sorgt dafür, dass die Tanzfläche brennt. 🔥


🎄 GIRLS POWER X-MAS BASH 🎄

Forget ‘Silent Night’ – we're turning up the volume! 🔊✨

Girls, grab your besties and celebrate the ultimate Christmas party with us. We're leaving the stress of Christmas behind and celebrating concentrated female power!

🎧 On the decks: none other than SYLVIA Köln! She'll be providing us with the hottest beats and making sure the dance floor is on fire. 🔥

Rock-House (Special) am 26.12.2025.
Achtung, heute ein besonderes Special. Anachron sendet aus dem Krankenhaus. Wie immer ab 20:00. Wir freuen uns auf euren Besuch. Der Stream läuft schon, Anachron selbst moderiert ab 20:00, bis dahin gibt es vorzugsweise Hörspiele.
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Rock House (Special) on December 26, 2025.
Attention, today's special! Anachron is broadcasting from the hospital. As always, starting at 8:00 PM. We look forward to your visit. The stream is already running, Anachron will be hosting from 8:00 PM, until then, we'll be playing audio dramas.

For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
From everyone here on the GENESIS ROLEPLAY GRID to everyone in OPENSIM, may you know the blessings of God's love and the joy of His Salvation now and throughout the coming year!
MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Done deal! Luna's star has been ordered! Just awaiting the coordinates, but maybe we wont know until Luna's rl family has been shipped the rl materials. Thank you to all who donated! i will be ending the fundraiser now, more details will follow.

🎄 Marché de Noël 🎁
Venez découvrir notre marché de Noël décoré pour les fêtes, avec plusieurs boutiques à visiter.
Chaque jour, ouvrez une case de notre Calendrier de l’Avent 🎅✨ et récupérez votre cadeau du jour devant la boutique Dekalion.
Baladez-vous, explorez les stands et profitez de l’ambiance de Noël ❄️✨
📍 Téléportez-vous dès maintenant et laissez-vous emporter par l’esprit des fêtes

HyperGrid: bloodmoonpack.com:8002:Marché de Noël

OpensimWorld: https://opensimworld.com/hop/87499
🎄 Christmas Market 🎁
Come and explore our Christmas Market decorated for the holidays, with several shops to visit.
Every day, open a door of our Advent Calendar 🎅✨ and collect your daily gift in front of the Dekalion shop.
Walk around, discover the stands, and enjoy the Christmas atmosphere ❄️✨
📍 Teleport now and dive into the holiday spirit!

HyperGrid: bloodmoonpack.com:8002:Marché de Noël

Khiron Ametza Singing Live
Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025

Prepare to be mesmerized by the sensational live singer, Khiron Ametza. With her amazing voice and captivating stage presence, she will take you on a musical journey you won't want to miss. From heartfelt ballads to energetic songs to shake you in your chair!

3pm @ Barefoort Ballroom
Attire: Elegant Casual to Formal
http://hg.neverworldgrid.com:8002/
Region: Barefoot Lands
Location: 793, 804, 39
hop://hg.neverworldgrid.com:8002/Barefoot%20Lands/793/804/...

John wartet auf's Christkind
Es ist mal wieder so weit. am 24.12. ab 14 Uhr, warte iJohmit Euch gemeinsam aufs Christkind!
Dieses mal leider eine Stunde kürzer, aber genauso feierlich.
"John wartet auf's Christkind" auf "OpenRadio" und natürlich in Dorena's World.
Wie immer findet ihr ihn auf Santas Winterwunderland, der großartigen Weihnachtsregion von Rubeus Helgerud.
dorenas-world.de:8002:Santas Winterwunderland
Natürlich in "Winterbergen, an der Glühweinhütte"

John Waits for Santa Claus
It's that time of year again! On December 24th, starting at 2 PM, John will be waiting for Santa Claus with you!
This time, unfortunately, it's an hour shorter, but just as festive.
"John Waits for Santa Claus" on "OpenRadio" and, of course, in Dorena's World.
As always, you can find him in Santa's Winter Wonderland, Rubeus Helgerud's magnificent Christmas region.
dorenas-world.de:8002:Santa's Winter Wonderland
Naturally, in "Winterbergen, at the mulled wine hut."

*Rune Skin FATPACK & Set for New RUNE Head!*
A few of you might have seen the new EvoX heads at R. Lion. Bringing a new skin tailored for the RUNE EvoX Head, as well as a set of Hairbase+Beard for the skin:
- Comes in 16 different tones matching Jupiter Body Skin
- Includes brow and browless versions for each tone
- Stubble add-on
- Head and Brow shape included

Taxi: hop://sanctumastra.com:8002/StarchildShoppe/145/173/27

I humbly make this post with much sadness and embarrassment. I received today 200 of the 210 donated to the gofundme for Luna Lunaria's star. I was gonna cover out of pocket the extra $11 as the total came to 211. Since i know Luna's rl son will be forwarding everything to Luna's rl wife, I thought it best we opt for a 2nd copy (unframed) for Xenony Lunaria/Mr Magic Fox to keep for himself as a keepsake. The only other addons i opted for was hand written calligraphy (13.50 per document x2) Then star registry added on $40 further for shipping and handling and tax, raising the total to $254.61. We are frankly a poverty level income household with only 1 income for two adults currently. I'd happily cover the $55 if it wasn't basically jeopardizing our bills and budget situation. WE ARE SO CLOSE! I realize this means we won't be able to make a donation to St. Jude, but lets say 5 community members could each donate 10usd, we would seal the deal! I am posting a screenshot of the attempted checkout in order to be fully transparent. Xenony did specify Luna would had liked the middle star of Orion's Sword the best, but with 3,000,000 stars already named, i think the Orion constellation would be good enough. (it did not let me specify anyways)

https://gofund.me/60f7d925d

Happy holidays everyone and thank you each and every one of us who has contributed to this wonderful cause!

Hi all,

New items, 50 animals and so much more. Still not all shops are filled, but it more is coming each day.
I changed the landing point, so you land at the shops ;)

Fly around, through the shops and find all the new items. (photo is just an impression)
Enjoy, Hugs
Ansjela

The Island of the Moon has changed its look, but it has never changed its soul.
You will find the same warm hospitality, the same desire to celebrate, to meet, and to dream together… now wrapped in a brand-new atmosphere waiting to be discovered.
On the island you will be welcomed by the grand concert piano, which is not just a symbol, but an elegant and refined ballroom, where timeless style and music invite you to dance and let yourself be carried away.
You will also discover a large shopping area, designed for both men and women, featuring Legacy, Reborn, Lara X, Athena, Gianni, Body outfits and much more, allowing you to fully express your style.
For those who love to be surprised, a unique disco set inside a classical guitar awaits you, complete with an ice-skating rink.
Have you ever skated inside a guitar?
There’s always a first time for everything! ^_^
You will then find a palace inspired by the colors of Jazz and Blues, dedicated to our live music nights, ready to host great singers and anyone who wishes to perform and share their music.
Finally, a special area devoted to the magic of Christmas, featuring an enchanted carousel that will make you feel like a child again, surrounded by moons, stars, glitter, and endless imagination.

**Tonight, don’t miss an unmissable live event!**
The evening will open with **DJ Luna**, followed by **DJ Tombeur**, ready to make you dance and celebrate together.
Thank you to everyone who chooses to visit the Island of the Moon,
and heartfelt thanks to all who decide to leave a special appreciation on the Island of the Moon’s page.
--------> START EVENT 13.00 SLT
hop://newlifeitaly.com:8002/IsolaDellaLuna/78/97/22

Gridtalkparty
Liebe Musikzuhörer
schon wieder naht ein Dienstag, der letzte vor Weihnachten (23.12.2025) - und damit steht auch wieder eine Musikalische Rumpelkiste im GridTalk Club neben der Tanzfläche. Wer packt ab 20:00 Uhr die Kiste mit aus? (Vormusik wie üblich ab 19:30)
Kommet zuhauf - wir freuen uns auf Euch alle.
Taxi: dorenas-world.de:8002:Gridtalk
Gridtalk Party

Dear Music Lovers
Another Tuesday is approaching, the last one before Christmas (December 23, 2025) – and that means another musical smorgasbord awaits at the GridTalk Club next to the dance floor. Who's ready to unpack the smorgasbord with us starting at 8:00 PM? (As usual, pre-party music starts at 7:30 PM)
Come one, come all – we're looking forward to seeing you all!
taxi: dorenas-world.de:8002:Gridtalk

From all of us at My Virtual Beach Merry Christmas and Happy NEWYEAR.

No matter the time of year, Christmas Dreams is open 365 days. Please come check it out plus the goodies of freebies.

January 18th of 2026 Will mark 3 years of me owning the grid, my how time flies. I never imagined something like this back when I was a member. Thank you for all of the support over the years.

Cheers to many more years to come.

Hi all :)

Dolphins are added to the new stores.
Not all the shops are filled yet, but fly around....I am adding every day.
Only 450 more items to go...lol. If you land, click on the xmas decoration sign, and you land at the shops.
enjoy
hugs

NEW YEARS PARTY SATURDAY DEC 27TH 2PM - 8PM - MK3 GRID

3 Differerent DJ's

DJ Tom - 2pm - 4pm
DJ NET - 4pm - 6pm Live Mixing Festive Tracks
DJ Nova 6pm - 8pm

Come and join us for festive fun at our beautiful Winter Wonderland region and really get into the festive spirit.

Gianni tritt nicht ein, er setzt ein Ausrufezeichen.
Mal glatt wie ein perfekt geplanter Schachzug, mal so provokant entspannt, dass man sich fragt, ob Selbstbewusstsein eigentlich messbar ist.

Legacy dagegen spielt nicht mit — er übernimmt.
Ein Hauch Rebellion, ein Funken Unberechenbarkeit, und genug Charisma, um jede Szene in eine kleine Machtdemonstration zu verwandeln.

Vier neue Outfits, vier verschiedene Arten, die Aufmerksamkeit zu kapern:
nicht höflich, nicht leise, sondern so, wie BK es liebt —
mit Stil, mit Kante und mit der klaren Botschaft:
Wer hier auftaucht, hinterlässt Spuren.

Morgen Abend gibt es die vierte Adventslesung von Rubeus Helgerud. Kommt spätestens um 20:00 Uhr ins Märchenhaus auf Rubeus' Winterwunderland.

dorenas-world.de:8002:Santas Winterwunderland

Ab 19:30 gibt es schon adventliche Musikeinstimmung - also eine gute Gelegenheit vor der Lesung über den Weihnachtsmarkt zu bummeln oder dem Winterkurort Winterbergen einen Besuch abzustatten.

Wir freuen uns wieder auf Euch alle...
Tomorrow evening, Rubeus Helgerud will give his fourth Advent reading. Please arrive at the Fairy Tale House in Rubeus' Winter Wonderland no later than 8:00 p.m.

dorenas-world.de:8002:Santa's Winter Wonderland

Starting at 7:30 p.m., there will be festive music to get you in the mood for Advent – ​​a great opportunity to stroll through the Christmas market or visit the winter resort of Winterbergen before the reading.

We look forward to seeing you all again...