ByteDance Battles and April's Hottest Releases

Sine Weekly Highlights

Welcome to Sinusoidal Music’s weekly newsletter. Here we shall present you with the latest insights into the music business, production tips for musicians, the hottest new releases, and everything in between!

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BUZZ // TikTok Ban Sparks US-China Showdown

Amidst escalating tensions between the United States and China, President Joe Biden has signed legislation into law that mandates the sale of TikTok by ByteDance within nine months to a year, or face a ban in the US. China has responded with a warning of "resolute and forceful steps" to defend its interests, particularly in light of US support for Taiwan, which China claims as its own.

Taiwan, bolstering its defenses in response to increased Chinese military activities, sees the legislation as a boon to regional security, given its rejection of China's sovereignty claims. However, the ban's effectiveness remains in question, as it relies heavily on Apple and Google's control over their app stores. While a total ban seems challenging, avenues such as sideloading on Android and using VPNs could circumvent restrictions.

The situation underscores the complex interplay between geopolitics, tech regulation, and national security, with implications for both US-China relations and the global tech landscape. As the ByteDance legal challenge unfolds, the fate of TikTok in the US hangs in the balance, while broader implications for tech regulation and competition loom large.

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Sinusoidal Spotlight : Matt Deangelis’s ‘Been There Done That’

Matt Deangelis is a singer and songwriter from Southern New Jersey, USA. His music is a mix of earthy retro soundscapes, gorgeous instrumentality, and mellifluous soundscapes that together elevate the senses like no other. The latest track of Matt Deangelis is a song called ‘Been There Done That’, a beautiful poignant track that comes with vivid piano instrumentality and some charming R&B vocals, perfect to make the whole listening experience totally worthwhile. The song is laid back, heavily instrumental, and nuanced. You would want to listen to it attentively in order to soak in its piano bliss.

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Playlist of the Week : Sinusoidal’s Weekly

A weekly mixtape of fresh music from amazing artists we've discovered on various platforms!

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