Random music news for Thursday, May 9, 2024

May 9, 2024 Alan Cross 0 Comments 3 min read

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TikTok has sued the US Government over a potential ban.
Is it time for the music industry to look an alternative to TikTok? Maybe.
There’s a Taylor Swift vs. Scooter Braun docuseries coming.
Meanwhile, some Swifties are concerned that as a result of Travis Kelce’s habits, she’s drinking more.
Budweiser is doing something sneaky on Spotify with songs that mention the brand.
These happy blue whale songs (i.e. songs by actual blue whales) are potentially a good thing.
Sting may soon be able to bring his wife to this club. That would be a big deal.
Sammy Hagar wishes he could apologize to Eddie Van Halen.
The “white rapper’s burden.” Discuss.
Washed Out created this music video using nothing but AI using the Sora model.
Are you an artist who needs some help navigating the music business? There’s an upcoming webinar that’s just for you.
What happens when you wire speakers backwards? Let’s find out. (Via Rick J)
This Prince guitar could sell for US$600,000 or more at auction. (Via Christopher)
The sperm whale’s language of song: It’s fascinating.
Interesting genres: Russian protest punk and symphonies. (Via Sean)
Related to that is this “riot symphony.” (Sean again)