AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoStreaming & Fraud: Spotify removed streams of Malcolm Todd’s “Earrings” after suspicious Kalshi prediction-market bets, with Spotify saying it won’t pay royalties tied to manipulated streams. New Releases: Pretty Lights confirmed his first studio album in 13 years, “A Trip Thru Time Fantastic,” a 45-track set split into nine “constellations.” Pop Culture & Albums: Lizzo announced her new album “B**,” framing it as a rage-bait era built on controversy and fan impact. **Live Music & Community: The High Sierra Foundation and partners launched a free Backstage Wellness Village at the High Sierra Music Festival, adding recovery and mental health support for touring staff and artists. Jazz & Cross-Culture: Seattle’s Hillman City opened Sake Noir, a jazz kissa-style sake and Japanese-Italian bar. Classical Spotlight: Aspen Festival Orchestra kicked off its season with an all-American program featuring Renée Fleming and Thomas Hampson, streaming live via CPR Classical. Local Scene: Ipoh City Music Month in Malaysia aims to make music part of the city’s identity with competitions and citywide events throughout July.
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