Random music news for Saturday, September 27, 2025
On my way to Singapore for the All the Matter conference, which has a major music component. I will be report back. Meanwhile, music news for September 27, 2025, is here as usual.
- “Is the golden age of rock really over?” Let’s look at the data. (Via Mark)
- Is Oasis overrated? Let’s settle this once and for all using the power of statistical analysis.
- The Canadian Government just gave it to TikTok over privacy concerns.
- There’s another study on the transformative power of music when it comes to the brain.
- This company wants to help websites earn money from AI. I’m listening…
- On that subject, how do humans feeel about AI voices in podcasts? Let’s take a look.
- And YouTube has a new AI tool that can turn spech into songs.
- Another song is getting a second life 20 years after its release thanks to streaming.
- A newly-discovered prehistoric crocodile has been named after Lemmy. (Via Tom)
- This 70-year-old woman is suffering from aggressive breast cancer and has had a lifelong wish to see Nine Inch Nails. Trent came through with free tickets.
- What’s the future of classical music? People are experimenting with interesting things.
- Vertigo Live is a new company partnering with Visa to offer some interesting music experiences.
- Just as Jimmy Kimmel comes back on the air, Disney, the owner of ABC, is raising prices for Disney+. Good timing, dudes. Geez, read the room.
- A famous Nazi spy radio has gone on display.
- If you lose a bet to Elton John, he just might give you the keys to his house.
BONUS: Sea shanty traditions just won’t die thanks to Gen Z. (Via Sean)
