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Rideshare Stimulator finally gets its genAI disclosure after much Saber-rattling, and it turns out the game also uses the tech for in-game music
Saber Interactive has added a generative-AI disclosure to the Steam page for Rideshare Stimulator after a public dispute with former lead writer Stella Sacco. The disclosure says the game uses AI for passenger dialogue and in-game music, making the issue significant because Saber had initially denied replacing writers while acknowledging AI in an experimental mode.…
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Behind The Scenes With Blu DeTiger
It’s past midnight but Blu DeTiger is showing no signs of letting the energy levels drop. The bass virtuoso is about to take to the stage at London’s Jazz Cafe, and she’s got every reason to celebrate. New single ‘Feel Good’ kicks off a fresh era, and it was released… The post Behind The Scenes…
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FOGHAT Announces ‘Live & Loud Across The U.S.A.’ Live Album
Foghat have announced a new live album, ‘Live & Loud Across The U.S.A.’, due for release on 30 October through Foghat Records. The triple-vinyl collection captures performances from the band’s 2024 and 2025 US tours, underscoring its continued touring activity more than 55 years after forming in the UK. The release comprises two gold vinyl…
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Sophia Stel – “Now I’ve Got A Lot You Know”
Sophia Stel has released a new single, “Now I’ve Got A Lot You Know”, following her earlier standalone track “Molly In The Club”. The release highlights the rising alt-pop artist’s evolving sound and arrives as she builds momentum through major support slots and an international headline tour. The self-written and self-produced song begins with hazy…
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On This Day in 1966, David Houston Was at No. 1 With One of the Biggest Country Hits of the 20th Century
On 14 August 1966, David Houston was No. 1 on the US Hot Country Songs chart with “Almost Persuaded”, a single that ultimately remained there for nine consecutive weeks. The achievement made it one of country music’s longest-running chart-toppers of the 20th century and established Houston as a major commercial force in the genre. Written…
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Eurovision Eyes Voting Changes & Blocks Countries In “Armed Conflict” Zones From Hosting Competition
Eurovision is preparing rule changes for 2027 aimed at reducing tactical and politically motivated voting, amid growing controversy over the contest’s role in international disputes. The European Broadcasting Union also says winners from countries affected by armed conflict or serious regional instability will not be able to host, prioritising safety and operational stability. Under the…
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Sheryl Crow Previews New Album ‘Pick You Up’ With Jesse Welles Collaboration ‘Freedom Bus’
Sheryl Crow has announced her new album, Pick You Up, due for release on 9 October, and shared its first single, ‘Freedom Bus’, featuring Jesse Welles. The album is presented as a response to social division and uncertainty, with Crow aiming to offer listeners themes of hope, connection and unity. Produced with her longtime collaborator…
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Phoebe Bridgers makes rare comment about key ‘Lost Weekend’ influences
Two niche picks. The post Phoebe Bridgers makes rare comment about key ‘Lost Weekend’ influences first appeared on Far Out Magazine.
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The day that Metallica trolled the world
Metallica used their 1991–93 Wherever We May Roam tour programme to mock hostile or inaccurate press reviews, reprinting them alongside conventional band photographs. The stunt reflected the band’s willingness to answer critics with humour and defiance as its popularity grew, a quality later associated with its high-profile breakthrough as the first metal band to headline…
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Ashley Cooke Talks “Word Vomiting” Her Ugly Truths on Her Self-Titled Sophomore Album (Exclusive)
Country singer Ashley Cooke says her self-titled second album is an unusually candid account of love, break-ups and relationship patterns in her twenties. She describes the project as a “word vomit” of personal thoughts and difficult truths, aiming to give listeners a fuller picture of her “beautifully chaotic” personality while moving beyond her established easy-listening…