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Random music news for Friday, October 4, 2024

Uber is now offering safaris in South Africa. Just US$200, too, which is a bargain. Music news for October 4, 2024, is free.

  1. Think scalping and secondary concert ticket sellers are out of control in North America? Check out what’s happening with Coldplay tickets in India.
  2. “Ontario’s leaders could learn a thing or two from Live Nation.” Discuss.
  3. On that note, here’s more on Live Nation’s new Toronto stadium coming to Downsview Park next year.
  4. I’m worried about TV. ALL kinds of TV.
  5. If you’re an audiophile, here’s something that may have never crossed your mind. (Via Christopher)
  6. What is Paul McCartney teasing?
  7. Mariah is showing restraint–for now.
  8. Elton John says he’s had a bunch of his organs removed. Like, body parts.
  9. A producer of Fleetwood Mac records is really upset over a Broadway show which he says is based way too much on his memoir. He’s suing.
  10. There’s a Phil Collins biopic in the works. It will be animated and take place in the world of Grand Theft Auto. I did not make that up.
  11. The Australian Mint has released another cool music-related coin.
  12. Everything Oasis-related is making news these days. See?
  13. Tommy Cash is a singer with a new song called “UNTZ UNTZ.” Its campaign involves P*rnHub.
  14. This guy curated a 10-episode podcast series in two hours using AI. You can listen to it on Spotify.
  15. I’d forgotten about this: The Diddy Stampede.

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BONUS: How about a Tim Walz action figure? Its Kickstarter program has already blown through its goal.

BONUS BONUS: Anyone else remember this? (Via Tom)

Alan Cross

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