AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoStreaming & AI: Spotify says it has removed 50 million AI-generated tracks from recommendations, while also striking a deal with Believe for AI remixing tools. Its new native in-car app is launching in select Audi models, giving the platform more control over how listeners hear music on the road. Live-music finances: Phoenix Symphony will suspend its 2026–27 season after Nov. 1 and lay off musicians amid budget problems. In contrast, the Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts raised $344 million for operations, endowment and artistic programs. Global reach: An Indonesian-language adaptation of a Chinese song has passed 2 billion streams, highlighting the growing cross-border audience for Chinese-language music. Artists & releases: Olivia Rodrigo’s latest album is projected to spend a third week atop the Billboard 200, while Liam Gallagher has fueled hopes for a new Oasis album. Electronic duo Bicep announced Slug, due Jan. 29.
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