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50 phones pickpocketed during a single show in London

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March 11, 2019

Our lead story today is a good reminder to keep your phone in a secure spot when you're at a crowded show. Also in the news today: a 'Bohemian Rhapsody' sequel may be in the works, streaming services 'sue songwriters' to fight royalty rise, Bloodshot Records co-founder resigns, presidential hopefuls pick their signature songs, and a New York crowd can't keep from singing after seeing Robyn perform live. Audio sampled: Jahzzar - "Comedie" (CC BY 4.0), BoxCat Games - "Against the Wall" (CC BY 3.0), Lydia Loveless - "Everything's Gone", Lizzo - "Phone", Dessa - "Bullpen", Patsy Cline - "Crazy", Robyn - "Dancing On My Own", Jeremiah T. Corley (instagram clip "Dancing On My Own")