AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 minutes agoFreedom 250 Fallout: The Trump-linked “Great American State Fair” on Washington’s National Mall is unraveling as more than half the announced acts withdraw, with performers saying they were sold a “nonpartisan” event that later felt political—Martina McBride, Bret Michaels, Morris Day, Young MC, the Commodores and others all cite being misled or safety concerns, while organizers insist the fair is “inherently nonpolitical.” New Music & Charts: Maisie Peters scores a second straight UK No.1 with “Florescence,” while Tim McGraw returns with “Song for America” and “Pawn Shop Guitar.” Industry Moves: TuneCore expands its international leadership (Europe and APAC heads appointed). Tech Meets Culture: China’s World Smart Industry Expo spotlights humanoid robots and embodied AI. Global Live Music: A Kenya “One Night Only” concert brings Karyn White, Kirk Whalum, Ali Kiba and Bien to Nairobi. Local Scene Picks: Gresham, Oregon announces its free “Music Mondays” and “Wednesday Music in the Parks” summer lineups.
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