Dire Straits' Money for Nothing banned on Canadian radio

Industry standards council rules song's repeated use of an anti-gay slur makes it unsuitable for broadcastCanada's radio watchdog is defending a controversial decision to ban the uncut version of Dire Strait's 1985 hit Money for Nothing. Despite many complaints – including criticism from a member of the band – officials are not backing down, insisting the song's offensive lyrics make it unsuitable for broadcast.Although it has become a rock'n'roll anthem, Money for Nothing contains three ins...

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