AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSpotify & BTS: BTS’ “Normal” hit a new Spotify milestone, becoming the most-streamed K-pop music video in a single day on the platform, with the video set for YouTube release July 19. World Cup Music: BTS will also join the 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime show in New York/New Jersey alongside Madonna, Shakira and Justin Bieber. Apple Music Price Hike: Apple Music raised prices in multiple markets, citing rising licensing costs—US plans now $11.99/$19.99/$6.99 (Individual/Family/Student) and similar jumps elsewhere, including India and Malaysia. Festival Disruption: London’s Rock the Park ended early and The Lumineers never took the stage due to wildfire smoke and very high air-risk readings, with refunds promised. Local Music & Community: Minnesota’s Lakes Area Music Festival kicks off with free Prelude Series chamber concerts by the Thalea String Quartet; in Michigan, a free Mikki Sodergren concert is set for Little Falls. Press Freedom Case: Bangladesh’s CID arrested a Facebook group admin over an alleged Atif Aslam ticket scam. New Releases: Ulver dropped a new video for “Hollywood Babylon,” while heavy acts Boundaries and Entheos announced fresh album-era updates.
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