It's past 12 PM GMT, so most news should be outside the realm of April Fools' Day pranks, right?
However, with April 1st still ongoing in many time zones, musicians are known to prank both fans and, occasionally, media outlets. From a crust-punk band's fake perfume launch to an elaborate album re-recording hoax, musical pranks range from simple to hilarious, and sometimes controversial.
From a crust-punk band's fake perfume launch to an elaborate album re-recording hoax, musical pranks range from simple to hilarious, and sometimes controversial. "Did you fall for any of these pranks, or what's your favourite musical mischief from years past?
13. Learn to speak "grunge" (1992)
In 1992, with grunge music dominating the charts following the breakthrough success of Nirvana's Nevermind, the mainstream media flocked to Seattle, eager to understand this new cultural phenomenon. The New York Times was among them, publishing an article titled "Grunge: A Success Story" that included a supposedly authentic "grunge lexicon." This glossary featured terms like "Lamestain" (uncool person), "Harsh Realm" (bummer), and "Swingin' on the Flippity-Flop" (hanging out). However, the newspaper's efforts to appear hip were hilariously undermined when it was revealed that the lexicon was a complete fabrication. | Getty Images