AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTouring & Live Music: Arijit Singh announced the Arijit Singh India Tour 2027, a nine-city stadium run from January to May 2027, produced by Team Innovation and ticketed via thumpN. Industry & Business: Sony Music UK hired Jack Fryer from Universal Music as President of Catalogue, Digital Media and Sync, signaling more consolidation around rights and digital strategy. AI & Copyright: Sony Music says it has pushed platforms to remove 260,000+ AI deepfakes copying artists like Harry Styles, Adele and Michael Jackson, while a US appeals court rejection of a “fair use” defense keeps the labels’ AI training fight with Suno in focus. Music Culture & Community: WOMEX returns Oct. 21–25 in Las Palmas, with Greece bringing two showcase acts (Kadinelia and Alkyone) to boost international deals. Local Scene: Muncie’s Midwest Twin Fest debuts Oct. 16–17 after flood-forced delays, reviving the Cornstock/Cornflower music comeback. Pop Culture: Tom Morello and Bruce Springsteen’s Power to the People festival moment included Grohl dedicating “My Hero” to “Jack,” drawing fresh political attention.
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