Music news for Tuesday, April 14, 2026
This could be a strange year for weather. That’s what science says. (Via Larry) Music news for April 14, 2026, is neither more or less weird than usual.
- The votes are in. The most popular person in America is…Dolly Parton!
- Neil Young has some pretty strong political views. He spoke to Dan Rather about it. This is a good watch. (Via Sean)
- Green Day’s coming-of-age comedy movie has been renamed. It’s no longer New Year’s Rev but now Nimrods.
- Bruce Springsteen vs. the bootleggers.
- Cassette players seem to be making a comeback. See?
- Now this is an interesting concept for a radio station. (Via Rick J)
- And still with radio, Dave Chappelle is a hero for doing this. (Rick J again)
- Here’s another way not only to listen to radio from around the world but to also go back in time to listen to it. Take a look at Vintage Obscura Radio. (Via Peter)
- This guy is a hero to fans of live music everywhere!
- Here’s a playlist of all the songs used on the Artemis II mission. (Via Peter)
- How many people have seen ABBA’s Voyager avatar show in London? More than four million.
- Wait: Willie Nelson auditioned for the role of Gandalf? Yes. (Via Tom)
- In South Korea, internet access is now considered a universal human right.
- Interested in how music and your feelings go together? Watch this. (Via Sean again)
- So is KISS retired or not? Maybe that latter.
BONUS: This musician is selling a tour bus once owned by Charlie Sheen, which he bought to go on a 12-day bender.
