
Lesson here kiddies: Even if you see it in a publication does not mean it’s real. Do your homework!
Back in November of 2007, Rolling Stone ran a mysterious editorial called “Indie Band Universe,” where they listed some independent bands from across North America. However, the piece was also littered with strategically placed mentions of Camel cigarettes because, well, it was alleged to be an ad paid for by the tobacco company.
Understandably, the bands involved were pissed off.