Random music news for Saturday, December 14, 2024

There’s something called The World Spreadsheet Championships? Yes. And a Canadian just won it all. (Via Rick J) As for music news for December 14, 2024…

1. There are Spotify playlists poppingup dedicated to Luigi Mangione, the suspected healthcare CEO assassin.
2. Now that Jay-Z has found himself wrapped up in Diddy allegations, could his deal with the NFL be in jeopardy?
3. Uh-oh JLo.
4. One more Black Sabbath reunion? Maybe.
5. Is this better than Spotify Wrapped?
6. This music AI program has been awarded iPad app of the year.
7. Tim Commerford of Rage Against the Machine has been fighting prostate cancer. The news is good.
8. Oh, Mozzer. Are you serious about this or not?
9. Is Amazon Music slipping when it comes to the battle for streaming supremacy? Maybe.
10. Why does Limp Bizkit’s Fred Durst care about the Bank of Canada’s interest rate cut? At least he’s on our side.
11. John Mulaney’s young son has some thoughts about Steely Dan.
12. There’s a lot of political turmoil in South Korea right now. K-pop is involved. (Via Sean)
13. More FM broadcast band shutdowns in Germany and Switzerland.
14. Fly a lot? What your inflight playlists may say about you.
15. ‘Tis the time for DJs at Christmas parties. Here are some tips.

BONUS: Whether you’re a fan of Weezer or not, you’ll get something out of this. (Via Kasia)