Random music new for Friday, June 20, 2025
Have you seen the new Trivago commercials? That guy has some set of teeth. And here’s some set of music news for June 20, 2025.
- There’s no getting around it: There’s a live music slump in 2025.
- But maybe that slump doesn’t apply to Beyonce.
- Minor Threat bassist Steve Hansgen needs a new kidney. He’s optimistic.
- Wayne Lozinak, guitarist for Hatebreed, had to leave a tour after being diagnosed with a non-cancerous brain tumor. He’s also optimistic.
- Those Heart guitars that were stolen in Atlanta? They’ve been recovered with some help from fans.
- Dani Filth of Cradle of Filth got engaged onstage at the Download Festival.
- “How People Decided It’s OK to Wear AirPods Anywhere, Anytime.” Good question.
- This isn’t good: Up to 70% of AI-generated streams on French streamer Deezer may be fraudulent.
- Napster and Sonos have been sued for allegedly not paying royalties. We’re talking millions.
- Rod Stewart has broken up with Donald Trump.
- People have a LOT of questions about the new Trump phone. (It’s not a smartphone because, well, it’s Trump.)
- If you’re a fan of Apple CarPlay, here’s a peek at what’s coming next. It looks cool.
- Let’s talk about concert ticket insurance. (Via Oreo)
- Shocking. Trump is probably going to extend his deadline on forcing TikTok to sell.
- Which singer will perform at Jeff Bezos’ wedding?
BONUS: A little astronomy lesson that involves Joy Division. (Via Richard)
