AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRIAA Milestone: Disney’s Frozen soundtrack hits RIAA Diamond status (10M units in the US), with “Let It Go” already Diamond and the full album now officially recognized. Talent & Media Expansion: Salem Media launches Salem Creators Agency to represent faith- and family-friendly creators across publishing, podcasting, live events, speaking, and screen/TV. Music Biz & Community: Leeds Northern Guitars’ future is secured after acquisition by Music Venue Properties, while country radio icon Bill Cody dies at 67 after decades at WSM and the Grand Ole Opry. Global Live Music: José Carreras will host an Olympics 2032 kickoff concert in Brisbane (Dec. 5 at the Gabba) with Robbie Williams, The Corrs, Katherine Jenkins, Ronan Keating and more. AI & Copyright Tension: Musicians sue Warner and Universal over alleged AI licensing settlement money tied to Suno/Udio as the legal fight heats up. Local Culture: Birmingham City Council approves $500,000 more for the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute after maintenance threatened closure.
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