AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAI Licensing Shake-Up: Spotify and Universal Music Group have struck a deal letting subscribers create AI covers and remixes of participating UMG artists—now with opt-in consent and a revenue split for both the original performer and songwriter. Antitrust Pressure on Live Events: US state AGs are pushing in court for Live Nation to divest Ticketmaster, arguing the only real fix is structural separation plus fee-related damages. Local Music as Community Glue: From Pembrokeshire cruise visitors getting choir-led Welsh culture to La Crosse’s Sunday Market launching May 31 with live music and local makers, the week’s biggest “music news” is how often it’s showing up in everyday public life. Industry Spotlight: The Ivor Novello Awards crowned George Michael with a Fellowship and Calvin Harris with the PRS Icon Award, underscoring songwriting and composing power in the UK. What’s Missing: There’s less direct, major-label-only music business coverage in the very latest hours beyond the Spotify/UMG AI move and the Live Nation court push.
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