AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAI & Streaming Rights: RIAA, IFPI and major industry groups are pushing a unified system to label AI-generated (and AI-assisted) music on streaming, aiming to fix transparency gaps—while some platforms and tools are still scrambling to make the metadata work. Major Labels vs Indies: A new MIDiA snapshot says indies hold 38% of global recorded music share, while majors keep trying to grab more via distribution-style deals that can leave artists with less control. UK Music Education: Ed Sheeran’s foundation helped inspire the UK’s £12.5m “Music in Libraries” plan, funding music spaces, instruments, tutoring and recording gear across England. Live Music Funding: The LIVE Trust is adding a £1m phase-two boost for UK grassroots live events and festivals, backed by a voluntary per-ticket levy. Industry Leadership: Merlin named Dan Nevin vice president for industry relations, expanding its push into independent partnerships worldwide. Health & Touring: L7 bassist Jennifer Finch has withdrawn from the band’s final tour after an aggressive brain cancer diagnosis. Tragedy: A Bangkok bar fire has killed 30, with investigators looking at possible negligence like blocked exits.
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