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The Velvet Sundown: An AI-Generated Band Racks Up 400,000 Spotify Streams

The Velvet Sundown, a supposed psych-rock band, garners over 400,000 listens on Spotify in just a month, raising questions about its AI-generated nature.

Games

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's Soundtrack Reigns Supreme on Billboard with 18 Million Streams

The soundtrack for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has topped the Billboard Classical Album Chart after amassing 18 million streams since its release, highlighting its popularity and critical acclaim.

Games

Discovering Talent for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

The creative duo behind Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 harnessed Soundcloud and Reddit to build their remarkable team.

Movies & TV

Jack Black's Chicken Song Makes History on Billboard

Jack Black's whimsical song from 'A Minecraft Movie' sets a record as the shortest track to ever enter the Billboard Hot 100.

Music

The Unexpected Impact of Janet Jackson's Bassline on Laptops

Janet Jackson's 'Rhythm Nation' has surprisingly caused issues with laptop functionality over the years due to its unique bassline resonating with certain hardware.

Gaming Industry

Music from Windows 95 and Minecraft Now Preserved at the Library of Congress

Two iconic pieces of music, including Brian Eno's Windows 95 startup jingle and the soundtrack for Minecraft, have been recognized for their cultural significance.

Hardware

Create Melodic Tunes with 3D-Printed Fidget Toys

Discover how you can easily produce playful renditions of classic game soundtracks using innovative 3D-printed fidget toys.

News

Napster to Transform into a Metaverse Following $207 Million Acquisition

The iconic music-sharing platform Napster is set to switch gears as it is rebranded into a metaverse for musicians and fans after a significant acquisition.

Games

Composer Wilbert Roget, II Discusses Patriotic Themes in Helldivers 2 Music

Wilbert Roget, II reveals his musical inspiration and vision behind the score of Helldivers 2, emphasizing its satirical approach to patriotism.

Games

The New Undermine(d) Patch in WoW Features a Live Jazz Ensemble

The latest WoW update brings a unique soundtrack thanks to a live jazz ensemble, enhancing the gaming experience in the goblin city.

Gaming

Developer Shares Memories of Collaborating with David Bowie on Omikron

A look back at the creative partnership between a game developer and David Bowie.

Games

Destiny 2 Players Create Unsettling Remixes on a Gothic Space Organ

Players of Destiny 2 have discovered a new way to engage with the game by composing spooky remixes on a massive gothic organ called the Scorgan.

Gaming

Bear McCreary Discusses His Journey with God of War and Possible Future Projects

Renowned composer Bear McCreary reflects on his experience crafting music for God of War and hints at the potential for future collaboration.

Games

Nintendo Music Releases Soundtrack from Iconic Zelda Game

The classic soundtrack from The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past is now available for Nintendo Switch Online users, adding to the music library of the franchise.