AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFleadh Cheoil na hÉireann: Snow Patrol’s Gary Lightbody backed Belfast’s booming traditional-music scene ahead of the world’s biggest Irish culture festival, with up to 800,000 expected visitors as the event runs through Aug. 9. Global Pop Releases: Selena Gomez marked the drop of “Te Olvido (La La)” with Benny Blanco and Becky G, a cumbia-leaning single tied to Blanco’s upcoming Spanish-language album. Electronic Live Music: David Guetta brings his Monolith Tour to Lisbon for a 40,000-capacity show at Parque Papa Francisco. Music Industry & Rights: Indian playback star Sonu Nigam said his push for singers’ copyright and royalties cost him major label work, sparking fresh debate. AI in Music/Media: Europe’s AI Act transparency rules kick in Aug. 2, requiring clear labeling when people interact with AI or view AI-altered content. Controversy & Celebrity: Boy George split from a label manager over a pro-Israel track, while BTS reiterated it won’t submit for the 2027 Grammys amid backlash over an “Asian” category. Classical/Choral: Greece’s Byzantine chant festival opens with Christmas Hymns, and Korea’s National Chorus is reviving Han Kang’s “Tear Box” as a choral music drama.
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