AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoGrammy Shake-Up: The Recording Academy is rolling out major 2027 Grammys changes, adding five new categories (including Best Asian pop music performance and Best Latin song) and loosening Best New Artist eligibility from three to four submissions. Global Pop-Culture Meets Sport: Wyclef Jean returned to the FIFA World Cup spotlight with his “Chosen” collaboration and talked about writing World Cup anthems that feel like real fan favorites. Community Music Calendar: SoCal’s Make Music Day (June 21) brings free pop-up shows across Southern California, while Glendale Park’s “Music in the Glen” starts June 23 with concerts every Tuesday and Saturday. Local Scene Spotlight: Teens are building momentum with Maroon Sunrize and a “Summertime Shindig” set for June 19. Jazz Loss: South African jazz icon Abdullah Ibrahim has died at 91, prompting tributes across the music world. Industry Policy Talk: Malaysia’s Karyawan plans resolutions for the Prime Minister after its Music Practitioners Convention, focusing on AI, royalties, education, and support for artists. Theatrical Music: Gregg Allman documentary “The Music of My Soul” lands in 200 select theaters for one night on June 17. Live Classical: Akiko Fujimoto has been named music director of the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas.
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