Random music news for Thursday, December 15, 2022

1. Ozzy’s Parkinson’s is getting worse. He says he can’t walk much anymore.
2. Ellen DeGenres’ DJ, Stephen “tWitch” Boss, has died by suicide.
3. Some people REALLY want Kanye’s music off the streaming platforms. A petition keeps gaining strength.
4. Meanwhile, a Chicago art school has rescinded Kanye’s honorary doctorate.
5. TikTok was a monster in 2022. Here are 12 important talking points about the platform.
6. Paris-based streamer Deezer has launched some in-app music quizes.
7. A forgotten Michael Jackson Sega video game has turned up at a garage sale.
8. The BBC has some pretty bold ideas for its future. VERY bold.
9. “Is there a science of musical transformation in human life?” Heavy stuff but very interesting.
10. If you were ever a fan of Quiet Riot and that era of metal, there’s a new book. Check it out. (Via Darrin)
11. Yeah, rock radio played these songs a lot in 2022.
12. Drake is flaunting his wealth again. It’s a bit tiring, no?
13. Cool! More sounds of Mars!
14. Happy 30th, Muppets Christmas Carol.
15. Tired of winter already? At least we can look ahead to who’s playing at next summer’s Osheaga.

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BONUS: A recent study says that people tend to stop liking new music at age 35. Check out this podcast.

BONUS BONUS: Drums. Lots of them. (Via Tom)

@abstudiosaz Rush E played on this rototom setup. Working on speed and clenliness. #rushe #melodicdrumming #challenge ♬ original sound – BigBangDrums