Random music news for Friday, July 16, 2021

That is one DEEP pool! Now let’s get deep with music news for July 16, 2021.

1. This isn’t good: 954 people got COVID at an outdoor festival in The Netherlands despite compulsory negative tests, vaccines, or other proof of immunity. (Via Andrew)
2. A Beatles demo featuring unreleased versions of three songs is going up for auction. The initial expectation was that it would sell for £700. Seems low.
3. Vinyl sales are WAY up this year, but not everyone is happy about that.
4. I find deepfake audio absolutely terrifying. See?
5. Looking for some weird Spotify playlists? There’s a Twittter account for that.
6. Tom DeLonge is now getting into movies. Here’s the scoop on his first feature film.
7. What is the “YouTube voice?” This.
8. A candle speaker? Yep.
9. What’s happening with music online in Canada? Here’s the latest Canadian Online Radio Chart.
10. Buh-bye NTSC in North America. What does that mean? This. (Via Tom)
11. More AC/DC beer!
12. And you can now buy an official Guns N’ Roses bong.
13. Welcome back, Eddie!
14. How…romantic.

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