AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoStreaming & AI Rights: A German court ruled AI music generator Suno broke copyright rules, strengthening Europe’s stance that models built on unlicensed songs must be licensed. K-Pop & Awards Fallout: BTS withdrew from the 2027 Grammys, sparking fresh debate over the new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category, with Justin Bieber weighing in. Global Music Business: Spotify hit 300 million Premium subscribers and also launched Premium Rewards in India, while reporting weaker profit expectations as growth slows. New Releases: Dan + Shay shared the tracklist for their Aug. 21 album Young (with a mystery collab), and Greta Van Fleet dropped “Saw You Stand” plus details for Palace for the People (Oct. 9). Live Music & Tours: Linkin Park announced documentary UNSHATTER (Sept. 30) and a companion live soundtrack (Sept. 25), while The House & Garage Orchestra set a 2027 UK tour. Local Scene Picks: ShuBrew in Zelienople adds live jazz to Sunday brunch, and Thomaston’s free summer series closes Aug. 10 with Steppin’ Danger.
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