Random music news for Friday, May 29, 2026
The writer for The Simpsons who predicted Trump would become president 16 years before it happened is now himself running for president in 2028. Godspeed. Now music news for May 29, 2026.
- The trial for the prison murder of former Lostprophets singer, Ian Watkins, has been pushed back to February 8, 2027.
- The CEO of Spotify is defending AI music. He wants us to stop calling it “slop.” Yeah, no. (Via Rick J)
- “Music and AI: What happens when quality is not longer a differentiator?” Discuss.
- This AI company makes music for retailers.
- Crown Lands is the latest band to talk about how touring has become unaffordable.
- Does music influence your daydreams? Yes. Yes, it does. (Via Sean)
- “How playlisters quietly took over the music industry.” Discuss.
- What was the difference between home systems in 1976 and today? Let’s take a look.
- First Geddy. Now Rick Beato interviews Alex Lifeson.
- This woman went from being Spotify’s global head of editorial at Spotify to a management position with U2.
- Paul McCartney wants to record a duet with Prince. Wait–what?
- How about dashcam video of Britney Spears’ DUI arrest? Sure! (Via Rick J)
- No, Barry Gibb of the Bee Gees is not dead. It’s another internet hoax. He’s, uh, stayin’ alive.
- BTS cookies.
- Which is among the fastest-growing streaming services? It’s Qobuz.
BONUS: One week ago, CBS News Radio signed off after almost 100 years. Here’s the last bulletin.
