Exposed: November '08

Metallica, Laurell K. Hamilton, The American Mustache Institute, Sammy Hagar, Ludacris, Will Smith, the Presidential Election and more.

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By Sarah Paradoski

You can almost hear the buzz of 100 tattoo guns whirring at the the same time. The Old School Tattoo Expo, held November 14-16 at the Holiday Inn Select. View more old school tats!

By Todd Owyoung

Metal Rules. More specifically, Metallica rules. If you've found yourself rocking to any of their songs over the last 20 or so years, do yourself a favor and see what you missed on November 17 at the Scottrade Center. Also included are pictures of a few super fans. Photo Slide Show. Also be sure to read Paul Friswold's killer review with setlist.

By Kristan Lieb

On November 15 in St. Louis, hundreds gathered at the Old Courthouse to protest Proposition 8, the California ballot measure that bans same-sex marriage. Here's a more blunt sentiment about the ban. More Protest Photos.

By Sarah Paradoski

The Thaxton Speakeasy -- an underground lounge in the historic Thaxton Building on Olive -- held a grand opening party on November 22. Check out photos from the party.

By Sarah Paradoski

OMG. NKOTB!!!!!!! A lot -- a lot -- of New Kids on the Block fans dressed like neon works of art to hail the return of the boys -- err, grown men -- to St. Louis. Photos of fans and the New Kids on the Block here.

By Jennifer Silverberg

Members of the American Mustache Institute mean business. Read "Hairy Times: St. Louis-based American Mustache Institute wants to put the 'stache back in style."

RFT Street Team

The RFT's Best Of St. Louis party was held on November 6 at Skybox. More photos.

By Sarah Paradoski

Girl, you'll be a woman soon. Neil Diamond finally played on November 2 at the Scottrade Center. Finally because the first two dates were delayed. Check out more pics from the long-awaited show.

By Todd Owyoung

St. Louis loves Sammy Hagar. It's a sentiment that was heard a lot 'round these parts in mid-November. The Red Rocker played two consecutive nights at the Pageant. Photos from the November 19 Sammy Hagar rockfest.