“Dax Pierson Awarded $18 Million in Settlement”
Quadriplegic musician Dax Pierson, a member of Subtle and 13 + God who was injured in a car crash while touring a few years ago, just won an $18 million settlement from Ford after successfully arguing the tour van he was riding in had design faults that contributed to his injuries. Hopefully this award can help Dax live comfortably and continue his creative endeavors.
San Francisco Weekly via Pitchfork

“Dr. Dre Debuts Music in Dr. Pepper Ad”
If any soft drink can help a reclusive artist complete a long-awaited masterpiece, it’s Dr. Pepper. Just ask Axl.
Via Pitchfork

“Unauthorized!”
A slightly old, but nonetheless excellent, piece on unauthorized rock biographies that dissects the odd personalities that bring rock’s biggest (fakest) rumors to life.
Via Boston Phoenix

“In Quiet Switzerland, Outspoken Rapper Takes On the Far Right”
This doesn’t have quite the same ring as O’Reilly versus Ludacris, and that’s a good thing. Switzerland’s leading rapper Stress — an Estonian immigrant, former Procter & Gamble employee and husband to a former Swiss Miss — routinely criticizes ultra-nationalist, anti-immigrant dirtbag Christoph Blocher. What’s really interesting is the ways that the Swiss right wing is using culture, especially old paintings, to back its case.
Via New York Times

“Free Scion App for iPhones”
Somehow, I don’t see GM releasing an app anytime soon. The utility of a BPM counter, at least on your phone, is debatable, but it’s definitely a great branding move for Scion.
Via Fool’s Gold

“Caught in My Shadow: 21 Unjustly Unheralded Sidemen”
Get pass the drummer and bassist stereotypes and read this intriguing list of some of rock’s most underrated musicians.
Via A.V. Club

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