AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAI & Copyright: Independent publishers IMPEL and IMPF rolled out a generative AI licensing framework built around how song rights should be valued, with calls for CMOs and other licensors to back the principles. AI Music Legal Fight: A separate U.S. appeals court ruling rejected a “fair use” defense in an AI training copyright case, with Thomson Reuters winning a fight backed by RIAA and NMPA. Music Business Moves: Warner Music UK & Ireland named Sonny Takhar chairman and CEO, while UMG appointed CAA exec Libby Bush to lead global brands and commercial partnerships. Publishing Deals: Reservoir signed songwriter-producer Jake Sinclair and launched a JV to develop new talent. Education & Access: Amazon Music expanded its UK instrument donation program to 30+ schools, adding full music tech studios via Restore The Music UK. State Support: Kentucky created a Governor’s Office of Music to back artists, venues, festivals, and businesses. Live Music Spotlight: Buddy Guy’s 90th birthday concert is streaming via Nugs.net with a star-studded lineup. Local Scene: Guntersville’s Lake City Fall Fest brings lakefront food, vendors, and concerts in October.
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