AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoK-pop Solo Buzz: Blackpink’s Lisa says she’s already started work on her next solo album, reflecting on trainee days and her 2025 debut “Alter Ego.” Live Music, No Tracks: Brooklyn band Juice brings its “what you see is what you hear” approach to The Wonder Bar in Asbury Park on June 28, with a new album “Fire in the Desert” due July 24. Amapiano Awards Race: South Africa’s Zee Nxumalo is the frontrunner for the 2026 Basadi in Music Awards after racking up seven nominations and massive streaming momentum. Big Festival Move: High Sierra Music Festival shifts to the Nevada County Fairgrounds for July 2–5, with Steel Pulse and more headlining. New Album Drop: Sam Smith announces “Hazel Eyes” for August 21, debuting the romantic single “My Guy.” Industry Deal: Proper Music Distribution signs Crunchyroll to handle UK/Ireland home entertainment distribution. Community Concerts: Rowley’s free Wednesday summer series kicks off in July, plus local “Music in the Park” dates feature bands like The Vagabonds. F1 Meets Pop: Cortis is the only K-pop group added to the F1 Singapore opening lineup, joining Janet Jackson and others.
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