AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoGlobal Cultural Diplomacy: BRICS marks its 20th anniversary with a St. Petersburg open-air concert on June 5, featuring the TV BRICS International Symphony Orchestra and a world premiere symphonic poem by Murat Kabardokov, plus guest soloists from Russia, China and Iran. Music Tech & Platforms: YouTube Music has redesigned its app, moving Search to the bottom navigation bar and removing the Explore tab. Major Artist News: Ellie Goulding announces her new single “Black Prada Dress” (out Friday) and a sixth studio album, I Know Too Much, arriving Sept. 4. Live Music Business: The Showtime Group expands after investment from Antamar Capital Partners, scaling “repertoire-led” live formats built around iconic songs. Songwriter Rights: Reed Smith’s Nick Breen breaks down the Vetter v. Resnik ruling, warning it could reshape how international catalogues are valued and structured. Industry Voices: Prescription Songs’ Rhea Pasricha Kullas argues songwriters are “getting the short end of the stick,” calling for fairer pay as AI changes the conversation. Community & Classical: The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra reports orchestral music is now the top genre Britons want to explore, with Yorkshire leading the enthusiasm. Loss: R&B and Disney duet star Peabo Bryson dies at 75 after a stroke.
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