AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMusic Biz & Deals: Cooking Vinyl Publishing has signed Killing Joke founder Jaz Coleman to a worldwide publishing agreement with Believe, covering his solo, orchestral and Killing Joke work. Label/Management Moves: Avex has boosted its stake in S10 Entertainment, buying 85% and folding the management company deeper into its global music strategy. Talent Development: Chrysalis Records and Blue Raincoat Music named broadcaster Steve Lamacq as curator for new music and talent development. Streaming/AI & Royalties: YouTube’s India Impact Report 2025 says creators are building full businesses, adding Rs 18,000 crore to GDP and supporting 9.6 lakh jobs. Industry Policy & Safety: California nightclubs must now provide drug testing strips and anti-drink spiking lids under new legislation. State Support for Music: Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear created a Governor’s Office of Music to back artists, venues and festivals. Artist/Brand Partnerships: Nothing tapped BTS member V as global brand ambassador for Headphone (1) Pro. Music Culture & Community: Metal Hammer marked 40 years, while local Pride and street-festival coverage (Collar City Pride, CliftonFest) highlighted music’s role in community life.
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