WIRTW #701: the “last dance” edition

By Jonathan Hyman on January 12, 2024

My daughter, Norah, has been chosen as one of 30 acts to compete in the 2024 Tri-C High School Rock Off at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Norah (who performs as norah marie) takes the Rock Hall stage on Feb. 10 as part of the second of three semifinal rounds. Four acts from each round will advance to the Final Exam on Mar. 2, where a panel of industry judges will crown the “Best Band in the Land.”

This year’s winner will be the last “Best Band in the Land,” as Live Nation has announced that this year’s High School Rock Off will be the final High School Rock Off. This news saddens me, as it’s such a unique event for Cleveland and a great opportunity for the youngest members of our music community. Having attended the Rock Off for years, it’s always a great time showcasing a ton of talent and great music.

The Tri-C High School Rock Off is one of biggest competitions in the country for high school rock musicians. We’re so lucky to have held it for so many years. This year’s prizes for the winning act include the opportunity to perform at the 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. It’s a big deal.

Norah performs on Feb. 10. Tickets are digital-only and available for purchase via the Rock Hall website, here. At checkout, use the code NORAH. Each ticket includes a full Rock Hall admission during the event.

We’d love to see you there.

Here’s what I read this week that you should read, too.

Labor Relatedly Ep. 17 – What’s ahead for Labor Relations in 2024? — via Drive Thru HR (with Michael VanDervort and me)

What’s Ahead in 2024 for Employers? — via Dan Schwartz’s Connecticut Employment Law Blog

Elon Musk and Mark Cuban Are Battling Over DEI on Twitter. They’re Both Wrong — and They’re Both Right — via Evil HR Lady, Suzanne Lucas

DEI Is Under Attack. Here’s How Companies Can Mitigate the Legal Risks. — via Harvard Business Review

DE&I in 2024: Transforming fatigue into ‘full steam ahead’ — via Ragan.com

Are we witnessing the death of Diversity Equity, and Inclusion? — via The Tim Sackett Project

A company supposedly awarded a black employee a trophy for “Least Likely to Be Seen in the Dark.” WTH?!? — via Eric Meyer’s The Employer Handbook Blog

Your employee has dementia: what to do? — via Employment & Labor Insider

SpaceX challenges NLRB’s authority after unfair labor practice charge — via HR Dive

NLRB Issues New Rule Broadening Joint-Employer Status — via HR Professionals Magazine