It's a day where there are lots of interesting news stories happening in the world of music.
Obviously the sad death of Amy Winehouse is still dominating the news. After the BBC's interesting coverage in the wake of her passing in which they moved from speaking to the owner of her drama school, to the owner of the local cafe which she visited, to the BBC's sports correspondent who once met her on holiday, we get a whole host of new stories.
"Amy Winehouse died from the 'shock' of alcohol withdrawal, says family" is possibly too early when the toxicology reports have not yet been released, but it shows it may have been the reverse of what was suggested that may have killed her... not drinking rather than drinking that did it.
In a story that echoes those after the death of Michael Jackson "Amy Winehouse: dozen new songs may be set for release" which could either be a fitting tribute or a cobbled together set of demos as a cash-in; we will have to see.
Then there's "Mitch Winehouse gives Amy’s clothes to fans outside her house" which is a nice gesture but ones wondered how many things went to true fans and how many to the eBay crowd... 'Back to Black Market' so to speak.
And finally "Amy Winehouse Paid Tribute By Mark Ronson During Live Show
Plus, Cee Lo Green says he had been hoping to duet with Winehouse this year" (on a webpage that's 'optimised' by USA readers apparantely... you mean advertising then?).
In other news "Nirvana's Nevermind Artwork Restored On Facebook" shows a return to common sense though Facebook has distanced itself saying it wasn't them that did it. Smells Like... backpeddaling.
"Paul McCartney is headlining the London 2012 Olympic opening ceremony" reads this article from the Mirror. I was going to come up with some pun songtitles but sadly the paper beat me to it. At least they didn't crack any jokes about him already having experience of a paraolympian who came top of their last contest.
The headline of "Robbie Williams admits he wants to work with Noel Gallagher" begs the question of why, though it's better than saying he'd want to write with Liam. Both have albums coming out - I'm personally looking forward to new material from Robbie - so they don't really need it.
And, finally, my least favourite musician personally has hit the headlines again. I heard a terrible Smiths songs on the radio earlier and remembered how much I hate their music. But that's personal.
"Morrissey under attack from his own fans after saying Norway murders were 'nothing' compared to McDonald's and KFC" is another classic quote from the master of misery who seems to be slowly losing touch with reality. Whatever your thoughts on meat eaters vs vegetarians are, it's as tasteless as the aforementioned take-aways. And if he really must make topical jokes, at least make them funny. Oh, and remember that, even though there are dodgy jokes going around about, for instance, Amy Winehouse, most people have the courtesy not to announce them to thousands of people on stage.
Heaven Knows He's Missing the Plot now?
Obviously the sad death of Amy Winehouse is still dominating the news. After the BBC's interesting coverage in the wake of her passing in which they moved from speaking to the owner of her drama school, to the owner of the local cafe which she visited, to the BBC's sports correspondent who once met her on holiday, we get a whole host of new stories.
"Amy Winehouse died from the 'shock' of alcohol withdrawal, says family" is possibly too early when the toxicology reports have not yet been released, but it shows it may have been the reverse of what was suggested that may have killed her... not drinking rather than drinking that did it.
In a story that echoes those after the death of Michael Jackson "Amy Winehouse: dozen new songs may be set for release" which could either be a fitting tribute or a cobbled together set of demos as a cash-in; we will have to see.
Then there's "Mitch Winehouse gives Amy’s clothes to fans outside her house" which is a nice gesture but ones wondered how many things went to true fans and how many to the eBay crowd... 'Back to Black Market' so to speak.
And finally "Amy Winehouse Paid Tribute By Mark Ronson During Live Show
Plus, Cee Lo Green says he had been hoping to duet with Winehouse this year" (on a webpage that's 'optimised' by USA readers apparantely... you mean advertising then?).
In other news "Nirvana's Nevermind Artwork Restored On Facebook" shows a return to common sense though Facebook has distanced itself saying it wasn't them that did it. Smells Like... backpeddaling.
"Paul McCartney is headlining the London 2012 Olympic opening ceremony" reads this article from the Mirror. I was going to come up with some pun songtitles but sadly the paper beat me to it. At least they didn't crack any jokes about him already having experience of a paraolympian who came top of their last contest.
The headline of "Robbie Williams admits he wants to work with Noel Gallagher" begs the question of why, though it's better than saying he'd want to write with Liam. Both have albums coming out - I'm personally looking forward to new material from Robbie - so they don't really need it.
And, finally, my least favourite musician personally has hit the headlines again. I heard a terrible Smiths songs on the radio earlier and remembered how much I hate their music. But that's personal.
"Morrissey under attack from his own fans after saying Norway murders were 'nothing' compared to McDonald's and KFC" is another classic quote from the master of misery who seems to be slowly losing touch with reality. Whatever your thoughts on meat eaters vs vegetarians are, it's as tasteless as the aforementioned take-aways. And if he really must make topical jokes, at least make them funny. Oh, and remember that, even though there are dodgy jokes going around about, for instance, Amy Winehouse, most people have the courtesy not to announce them to thousands of people on stage.
Heaven Knows He's Missing the Plot now?
