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This weeks industry news:
Scratch My Progress applications to close soon
Music initiative Scratch My Progess is set to close its applications in the next few days. The alumni of the project, which included Wynona Bleach, Ferals, Gemma Bradley and many more, have all cited the program as a valuable source of information and experience for developing artists.
Apply here.
Lil Wayne allegedly quits Blink-182 tour
Walking advertisement for nicotine patches Lil Wayne has announced his alleged departure from his collaborative tour with pop-punk veterans (not a compliment) Blink-182. Citing that the shows were, and I quote, "not my swag" and a lack of audiences the size he was "used to", the iconic rapper departed a stage after only four songs, bringing his continued participation into question
T In The Park to close its doors for good
Legendary festival T In The Park has announced that it has closed its doors for the last time following a year long hiatus. TRMSNT Festival was long seen as the spiritual successor to the Scottish festival stalwart, and it now looks to be official according to a statement from the event founder
Noel Gallagher redefines his legacy, becoming the first eldest sibling to become the Fredo in the family dynamic
Thats all to be said really #teamcapaldi
Amazon Music growing at triple the speed of Spotify
Once dismissed as a late attempt to compete with industry giants, the streaming service supplied by the worlds largest delivery service is growing at three times the pace of its largest competitor, announcing its attentions to emerge as one of the mainstream streaming services
Jerry Lawson of The Persuasions fame dead at 75
A legendary member of the famous acapella group, Jerry Lawson has passed away at the rip age of 75, leaving behind a career that has influenced thousands of singers.
Live news:
Lizzo announces Dublin show (Yas)
The Woodburning Savages to play Ulster Sports Club and Whelans
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