AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoBig Label Deals: Sony Music Publishing is buying Recognition Music Group’s full rights portfolio—over 45,000 songs tied to stars like Lady Gaga and Red Hot Chili Peppers—in a reported multi-billion-dollar move that keeps the catalog arms race red hot. Catalog Consolidation: In parallel, reports say the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ recorded music catalogue has been sold to Warner Music Group for $300M+, underscoring how labels are cashing in on proven hits. New Music Momentum: Gracie Abrams confirmed her third album Daughter from Hell for July 17, while Phoebe Bridgers debuted fresh material at a no-phones solo show in Roswell. Live Scene & Community: From Rockford’s summer market and Anderson Japanese Gardens’ Tuesday series to local showcases like North Reading’s Community Coffeehouse, the week is packed with grassroots gigs. Theatre & Rights Drama: Trainspotting’s musical is in trouble after Underworld’s “Born Slippy” permission was denied. Local Spotlight: A Greenville teacher was named CMA Foundation “Music Teacher of Excellence,” and the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square released its first album in seven years.
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