Darrell Lance Abbott (August 20, 1966 – December 8, 2004), known professionally as Dimebag Darrell, was an American musician. He was the guitarist of the heavy metal bands Pantera and Damageplan, both of which he co-founded alongside his brother Vinnie Paul. He is considered by many to be one of the greatest metal guitarists of all time.

While on tour with Damageplan, Abbott was shot and killed by a deranged fan during a performance at the Alrosa Villa nightclub in Columbus, Ohio on December 8, 2004. Three others were shot and killed before the perpetrator was killed by a police officer.

It was said that Dime's drummer brother, Vinnie Paul, only escaped with his life due to the sacrifice of band security lead, Jeffrey "Mayhem" Thompson, who tackled the crazed shooter, Nathan Gale, and gave his own life in the process. Vinnie took some time off and released some tribute materials in his brother's honor.

In June 2006, after an 18-month hiatus, Vinnie was not sure if he would return to music, but eventually joined the heavy metal supergroup Hellyeah, which featured vocalist Chad Gray and guitarist Greg Tribbett from Mudvayne, guitarist Tom Maxwell from Nothingface, and bassist Bob Zilla from Damageplan, who was a replacement for original bassist Jerry Montano. Abbott recorded six studio albums with the band. On June 22, 2018, Vinnie died at his Las Vegas home at age 54. It was later revealed that Vinnie had died from "dilated cardiomyopathy and coronary artery disease". In May 2019, it was announced that Hellyeah would tour for the first time since Vinnie's death to support the final album he recorded with the band, Welcome Home. Stone Sour drummer Roy Mayorga was chosen as Abbott's replacement.

Now that we know the who and the when, let me use my personal words to convey why this became a yearly holiday to me. On December 9th, 2004, word reached me about Dime's murder and the incident at the Al Rosa Villa Nightclub in Columbus, Ohio. In my teens and early 20's, i was very much into hip-hop and r&b. These styles of music brought me happiness and great joy. My best friend down the street, James, would everyday be on his guitar. The most common song he played the most was Cemetary Gates by Pantera. This tune was taught to him by our mutual friend, Jeremy, who himself was in a few bands, and was formerly on Pantera's street team. Dimebag even signed Jeremy's gf at that time's pregnant tummy. It all wore off on me, and while I've never given up my love of hip-hop and r&b, i have expanded my music interests 10-100fold in the past 20-30 years.

I was this close to attending the damageplan show at Harpo's in Detroit with my friends in April of 2004. I did the responsible thing and went to work, instead. I considered going to the columbus show where the shooting happened, or to the one in flint Michigan that was to occur the next day, had the shooting not happened. What I did do is organize a gathering with a few coworkers, got a fresh fifth of Jack Daniels, and drank damn near the entire bottle all myself. Words cannot express how deeply i feel this loss. Pantera was the foundation for my rock evolution. My rock portal, if you will.

In 2018 I sadly added Vinnie Paul to my memorial holiday. I feel it appropriate to celebrate the lives of these 2 brothers, both rock legends in their own rights, together. Anyone interested in getting drunk, smoking a blunt, rocking out and partying with us, is more than welcome to join us. I will be djing Pantera, Damageplan, and Hellyeah in loving memory of the Abbott brothers, at my theme park region, Pridelands, on our Homelandz grid. So saddle up with the original Cowboys from Hell, and rock out on this journey with us!

hop://homelandz.opensim.fun:8802/Pridelands/348/284/94

Die Vorfreude ist schön, euch alle bald auf unserer Fete zu seh'n. Haltet euch den Termin ja frei und kommt zur wilden Feierei
Es ist wieder Montag und Zeit für die abwechlungsreiche Music von A bis Z

It's great to see you all at our party soon. Save the date and come along to the wild celebration.
It's Monday again and time for varied music from A to Z
11:00 SLT
tomis-world.de:8002:Christmas Land

🎄 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

OpensimWorld: https://opensimworld.com/hop/87499

Christmas Island is now open for all! Free holiday decorations! Sleigh Ride, Santa's flying Sleigh Ride, Santa's Castle, Ice Skating, and many other fun holiday items!!

Promo Video: https://youtu.be/0vvICex9K5U

(reposting this for as long as necessary until goal is achieved. hoping to announce success asap so that we can have it concluded and move on to a happy and festive christmas/holiday for all) :)

Our dear Luna Lunaria has passed. Rather than only mourn her, which we all do in our own ways, let us band together and show Luna's real life family...just how much she meant to us.

To some, perhaps Luna was a character from one of her rl human creator's stories. To most of us, she was much, much more. It is with a heavy heart that I have shouldered the responsibility as one of her many friends, to setup a GoFundMe for an idea i had: to name an actual star (or multiple stars different names from her stories or rl family), depending on how well this goes. If you like this idea, please find it in your heart to contribute to a worthy cause! https://gofund.me/60f7d925d

Not one thin penny will go to anything not Luna related, with the main goal being at least an "ultimate" star package from the international star registry. All pertinent information is listed in the interest of transparency. If we exceed the $200 goal, additional items or a bigger package may be purchased. I will be working with Lone Wolf on this, and any real life items to be mailed, will be sent discreetly and privately to Luna's real life family, pending their approval. For now, let's just get this ball rolling and see how much this OpenSim community loves and embraces her. She inspired us and gave us so much. Let us give back. Seriously, if you can spare only a buck, 1 dollar of your native currency, 25 cents, whatever it may be, it all comes from the heart. You are not required for your real name or any info to be publicly disclosed if you donate, so keep that in mind, friends. Any questions please contact Leonitas Lionheart or Remmy Ravenhurst of Homelandz Grid, Star Ravenhurst of Tenth Dimension Grid, or Lone Wolf of Wolf Territories grid.

1pm, Ian Kitsilano (MRMandTHEALLNIGHTERS) takes the stage with his guitar, singing and performing to keep the birthday celebration lively and joyful.

Enjoy an unforgettable set as AMV celebrates Aurora II’s birthday out on the open SevenSeas.

Grab your Gowns and Tuxes and join us all at - hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/SevenSeas/1015/1193/104

Next at 12 noon, DeeJay Sofee takes the stage with a special one-hour set of Jazz and Ballroom music—perfect to enjoy while enjoy your birthday cake.

Enjoy an unforgettable set as AMV celebrates Aurora II’s birthday out on the open SevenSeas.

Grab your Gowns and Tuxes and join us all at - hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/SevenSeas/1015/1193/104

The 2nd day of #OSCC25 Kicks tomorrow morning
Sunday 7:00 AM PST, going to 6PM PST.

Register and support OSCC.
https://conference.opensimulator.org/register/

Check out our Schedule: http://conference.opensimulator.org/schedule/
Hypergrid Adress: http://cc.opensimulator.org:8002

Or watch live: https://youtube.com/c/AvaconOrg/live
#Metaverse #opensource #opensimulator #virtualworlds #web3

SATURDAY PARTY 12pm Grid Time Introducing DJ Light!
Stop by and Vibe with Great music and Fun Talkative Wild Group
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What - Saturday Party
When - 12-6-25 12pm-2pm
Who - DJ Light
Music - Deep House/House
Where - Club Dope
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hop://login.osgrid.org/Club/136/129/22

Up next is on the Grid: Clan and his band live from the Living Stage at 11AM and continuing with DJ Ted, and finishing the celebration with the unforgettable blues of Icky Thump. - hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002:AMV Birthday

Thank you to everyone, for a wonderful day at AMV’s Birthday—celebrating together with the AMV community and friends from across OpenSim.

The 1st day of #OSCC25 Kicked off now @ 7:00 AM pst.

Schedule: http://conference.opensimulator.org/schedule/

Hypergrid Adress: http://cc.opensimulator.org:8002
Or watch live: https://youtube.com/c/AvaconOrg/live
#Metaverse #opensource

2025 RESULTS
Every year, in December, my team and I review the "outgoing year," highlighting our achievements and setbacks. We also share the development of our community. And this year will be no exception.

This year, like last year, has been challenging and eventful for us. It's not over yet, but challenges and minor problems continue to surround us, and we, in turn, continue to actively address them. We wish each of you strength and success in overcoming all the difficulties you encounter along your journey.

For the "Opensimulator" virtual community as a whole, this year was also challenging and eventful in terms of development, setbacks, and losses. And despite all the difficulties, we managed to survive this year and maintain the integrity of our idea and commitment to our values ​​and interests.
So, let's start by talking about our failures and losses.
FAILURE OF THE YEAR
I consider geoblocking, which arose as a result of targeted control measures (data protection, blocking access to information due to law or security requirements) in the Russian-language segment of the internet, to be the failure of the year. It affects the social development of our world as a whole. And although it exists, our world has continued to function and develop. Yes, it is a significant hindrance. But so far this year, we haven't been able to completely circumvent all the restrictions that were imposed. I hope we will definitely solve this problem next year. And next year will be filled with positive emotions for all of us.
LOSS OF THE YEAR
This year, we lost two truly wonderful residents of the Opensim metaverse who always supported our world and the Opensim community as a whole, and who have made enormous contributions to the development of the metaverse. Luna Lunaria, the great designer and creator from the Wolf Territory world. She has passed away, but her memory and her work will forever remain in the metaverse. For me, she was a good friend, whom I often turned to for advice when I was struggling. Together, we explored PBR materials and studied the conceptual development of PBR worlds. Rest in peace. Your fire of enthusiasm for the development of worlds continues to burn in our hearts. Verna Avril is an excellent DJ in the OSGRID world. She dedicated her entire life to creating magnificent sets. I loved listening to her sets and attending parties with her. She was also a good friend of mine. Rest in peace, my friends. Your memory will forever remain in my heart. We remember you guys and will always remember you. Another loss is the leaving another project of my co-owner, Trevor Belmont. For five years, he was an excellent creator and developer and my supporter. He decided to take a different path. I respect his choice and appreciate his contribution to the development of the RussianGrid world. ACHIEVEMENT OF THE YEAR
We've all had plenty of accomplishments this year.
- We've all had the chance to meet new, interesting creative people and worlds open to friendly collaboration with the Russian-speaking segment of the OpenSimulator. We're open to everyone.
- We completed construction and opened the enormous Galaxy Hall cinema and concert hall.
- We've begun creating a museum of Russian art at the Alex Leo residence. The residence was completed entirely using PBR. Thanks to Luna Lunaria for the consultations.
- We managed to complete (independently, without consulting scripters) the Kario male body.
- The new OpenSimulator engine allows us to fully work with PBR materials.
- Restructuring of the STEKLOFF club. Branches of the club, which was very popular with OpenSimulator residents, will now be located in many regions, and they will broadcast events from the main STEKLOFF club.
- This year has seen tremendous development in our world's web resources. We've acquired services such as our own messenger, our own social network, our own cloud storage for users, and our own Flikr equivalent. Most importantly, we've finally managed to create a fully-fledged media streaming grid server, allowing every user to host full-fledged video streams completely free and without restrictions. Our cinema is powered by it.

- We've created a texture cache proxy server. This allows users with slower computers to play comfortably. Cache and textures load instantly. Thanks to this, you no longer need to store tens of gigabytes of cache on your PCs and worry about clearing it every time it gets full.
- Huge thanks to @FerdFrederix for his support, development, and optimization of the DreamGrid project. We appreciate it.
- Huge thanks to @Mike Mills for providing technical support and solving huge problems in the world. My favorite system administrator. I'm glad the server problems are in his hands.
- In terms of server optimization, we were able to achieve excellent frame rates with the most minimal hardware requirements. The security system has also been optimized. There's no longer a need to block users. After the global rules are finalized, intelligent security will be enabled in all regions.
The "Zorkiy Glaz" intelligent system will automatically monitor regional security.
Despite all the restrictions surrounding our world, and the discrediting of our world by unfriendly worlds, we managed to end this year with dignity. Thank you for your attention. Sincerely, Alex Leo 12/06/2025.

DJ Tyler Mathews - The Moonlight Set at Party Stage on Alternate Metaverse : Sat 6th Dec 2:00 AM to Sat 6th Dec 4:00 AM
Tyler has a vast catalog of great tunes, a friendly outgoing and interactive style and does requests too!

🎄💋 Xara & X-Petite – Glitzer, Glamour, Gänsehaut! 🔥🎁

Wenn die Schneeflocken tanzen und die Lichter funkeln, legen Xara und X-Petite noch eins drauf: Vier neue Outfits, heißer als der Glühwein und süßer als Zimtsterne! Ob frech, verspielt oder verführerisch – hier wird Weihnachten zur Showbühne der Sinnlichkeit.

✨ Xara flüstert: „Ich bin nicht nur das Geschenk – ich bin die ganze Bescherung!“ 🎀 X-Petite zwinkert: „Klein, fein und garantiert nicht brav!“

Also: Rentiermütze auf, Kamin an und Fantasie frei – denn dieses Fest wird alles, nur nicht still und langweilig! 😈🎅

3 PM to 5 PM grid time - DJ Diamondz @ Abyss Club for a special set ! Hailing from Australia, DJ Diamondz is a passionate music lover who brings the beats to every event. With a unique blend of genres, she creates an unforgettable atmosphere on the dance floor! Pangea-Grid.

🌟 DJ Yana – Stars in Heaven Top 110 🌟

Alternate Metaverse Grid – Main Landing Point

🎶 Morning Breakfast Show | 6 AM Gridtime
DJ Yana lights up the heavens with the Top 110 on the Morning Breakfast Show — cosmic beats and radiant rhythm to start your day.

🎸 Yesterday we lost a legend
Steve Cropper, the legendary guitarist of Booker T & the MG’s, The Blues Brothers, and collaborator with Otis Redding, passed away yesterday. His guitar fire shaped generations of music, and his riffs will flow through the set as we celebrate the sound he gave the world.

📍 Hop directly to the venue:
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/32...

Khiron Ametza Live
Monday, November 17th, 2025
Join us for a wonderful hour listening to good music among amusing people!!
Bring your happiness, family, and friends!!!

2 pm @ Club Fire
http://gentlefire.opensim.fun:8002/
Region: Gentle Fire Grid
Location: 21,28,22

hop://gentlefire.opensim.fun:8002/Gentle%20Fire%20Grid/21/...

DJ Dragon heute 17 bis 19 Uhr im Bikers Heaven mit Klassik Rock, Rock und Metal.
Nehmt Eure Freunde und kommt rüber zu Bikers Heaven.
Freu mich auf Euch
bis gleich
Dragon
DJane Dragon at Bikers Heaven TODAY 8 to 10 am gridtime playing
Classic Rock, Rock and Metal.
Take your friends and come over to Bikers Heaven and lets have some fun.
See you there
Dragon
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Carpe Noctem/209/221/1496
IM for a teleport
Listen: http://dragon.radioamv.com
Join us at https://alternatemetaverse.

Liebe Dino-Fans, macht euch bereit für ein urzeitliches Abenteuer! Wir feiern nicht nur eine wilde virtuelle Dino-Party, sondern eröffnen gleichzeitig unsere brandneue Dino-Sim – ein Ort, an dem die Giganten der Vergangenheit wieder lebendig werden.

Dresscode: Alles erlaubt – von T-Rex-Kostüm bis Dino-Pyjama. Hauptsache, ihr habt Spaß und lasst die Knochen klappern!
Kommt vorbei, wenn wir gemeinsam die Urzeit wieder zum Leben erwecken – und keine Sorge: Der T-Rex hat versprochen, diesmal niemanden zu fressen… vielleicht. 😉

Kitely Winter Fair: your booth design can be rewarded!
After the huge success of our 2024 Winter Fair, we simply had to bring it back for another sparkling edition! ❄️✨
And this year… we want YOU to be part of the enchantment. it will be in the Kitely world Catronian Archipelago.


We warmly invite all merchants to reserve their spot at our charming winter market. Each participant can claim two stalls to showcase their creations — and yes, we love freebies… we really do! 😉 For the best design we offer a prize in dollars ( you need a PayPal account).

Imagine your stall set in a picturesque, old-European village square (think Dutch–German vibes), gently dusted with snow. Around you: twinkling Christmas lights, cosy market huts, waffles and warm drinks, music in the air, excited visitors hunting for decorations… and of course, talented artists turning the little houses into a magical gallery trail.

Our market is nestled in the heart of a 12-sim-wide Winter Wonderland, home of the legendary 11 Cities Skating Tour!
Find the checkpoints, collect the stamps, earn the trophy — and maybe even secure a proud place in the Skaters’ Hall of Fame. ⛸️🏆

This fair traditionally attracts a huge crowd, so early reservations are highly recommended. Many booths are already taken. There is no need to be a highly skilled designer or builder, it is for the fun of participating.
To secure your two stalls, please send an IM to Trouble Ahead.
How to get there : grid.kitely.com:8002:Catronian Archipelago

Entdeckt die neue Ära der Männermode mit der exklusiven Kollektion von Legacy! Wir bringen frischen Wind in eure Garderobe – von lässig-chic bis elegant.

Besucht uns in Little City und findet euren einzigartigen Look, der euren Stil unvergesslich macht.

Wehnachtsmarkt in Dorenas World.
Lesung zum 1. Advent

Heute Abend gibt es die erste Adventslesung von Rubeus Helgerud. Kommt spätestens um 20:00 Uhr ins Märchenzelt auf dem Weihnachtsmarkt. dorenas-world.de:8002:Weihnachtsmarkt Ab 19:30 gibt es schon adventliche Musikeinstimmung - also eine gute Gelegenheit vor der Lesung über den Weihnachtsmarkt zu bummeln oder auf der Wintersim Ski oder Schlitten zu fahren.

Wir freuen uns auf Euch alle...
Christmas Market at Dorenas World.

Reading for the First Sunday of Advent

Tonight, Rubeus Helgerud will give the first Advent reading. Please arrive at the fairy tale tent at the Christmas market no later than 8:00 PM. dorenas-world.de:8002:ChristmasMarket From 7:30 PM onwards, there will be festive music to get you in the Christmas spirit – a great opportunity to stroll through the Christmas market or enjoy some skiing or sledding on the winter simulator before the reading.

We look forward to seeing you all...

good morning ,happy weekend and happy 1.Advent. Someone ask me what happened to Paraiso das calopsitas..Answer: Nothing! Everything is still there but can only be acessed through cockatiels paradise (or landmark the place!). Thank you for the nice comments to the region... Enjoy your weekend!