Random music news for Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Looking for a brain implant but don’t want to deal with an Elon Musk company? There’s now a competitor. Meanwhile, nothing compares to music news for June 4, 2025.
- RIP Alf Clausen who wrote so much of the music for The Simpsons. He died at 84 of a rare neurological disease. Let’s remember him.
- Peter Murphy has canceled all 2025 tour dates because of ongoing health issues. Let’s send good vibes.
- Now that Taylor Swift owns her own masters, what does that mean for the “Taylor’s Version” of those re-recorded albums? Let’s discuss.
- This is maybe the last band I’d pick to use AI to write a song. Let’s listen.
- Apparently, BC politicians were getting free concert tickets. Let’s investigate.
- Amazon is going to stream the Warped Tour. Let’s mosh!
- Speaking of concerts, are we seeing a dangerous drop in concert ticket sales? Let’s worry.
- Ringo Starr is but he’s feeling good. Let’s feel mortal. (Via Sean)
- Are music biopics and other celebrity movies killing music documentaries? Let’s fret.
- TikTok is all-in for Pride Month. Let’s celebrate.
- I love that there’s a band called GAYC/DC. Let’s take a look.
- Dr. Demento is retiring after 55 years in radio. Let’s review his career. (Via Rick J)
- Rick Astley’s “Never Gonna Give You Up” has passed one bill streams on Spotify. Let’s rickroll!
- Ice-T has a new gig as a spokesman for Lipton Ice Tea. Let’s take a sip.
- Megyn Kelly vs. Beyonce: Let’s fight!
BONUS: Be happy you don’t have a North Korean cell phone. Let’s not make a call.
