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music2 years ago•2 min saved

Rick Astley wows Glastonbury crowd with unexpected covers and collaborations.

Rick Astley and Blossoms performed a secret set at Glastonbury, playing 16 of The Smiths' most popular songs. The setlist included "This Charming Man," "How Soon Is Now?" and "There Is a Light That Never Goes Out." Astley and Blossoms previously played two full shows of Smiths covers in Manchester and London in 2021. Morrissey and Johnny Marr had mixed reactions to their performances.

via Slicing Up Eyeballs|

#blossoms #glastonbury #music

technology2 years ago

"600 Drones 'Rickroll' Austinites in Spectacular Light Show"

Over 600 drones were used to create a light show in Downtown Austin, Texas, featuring the song "Never Gonna Give You Up" by Rick Astley, in a playful nod to the internet meme of "Rickrolling." The display was organized by the Austin-based company, Intel Drone Light Shows, and was part of a series of events leading up to the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix. The video of the drone show quickly went viral on social media, garnering millions of views.

via KEYE TV CBS Austin|

#austin #drones #entertainment