AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoStreaming & Pop Culture: BTS’ “Normal” just became Spotify’s most-streamed K-pop music video in a single day, with the video premiering on Spotify before landing on YouTube later. Global Music Business: Apple Music raised prices again—first in the US/UK/Europe and now also in Malaysia—citing rising licensing costs, with Individual/Family/Student tiers all up. AI Transparency: Major record industry bodies (RIAA and IFPI) launched a voluntary labeling program to distinguish “AI-generated” vs “AI-assisted” tracks for fans. New Releases: Ulver dropped a new video for “Hollywood Babylon,” while Boundaries released “Yearning: the unbeautiful after,” and Saliva unveiled “Longshot” featuring Johnny Van Zant. Local Music & Community: A Minnesota festival’s Prelude Series brings free chamber concerts, and DuBois’ music program earned national recognition for its “music for all” approach. Live Scene: A new grassroots music venue is set to open in north London, and multiple regional live-music listings highlight ongoing touring and gigs.
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