AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoK-pop on the world stage: BTS’s Busan shows are prompting fresh crowd-control and anti-scalping warnings from South Korea’s PM as ticket sales gear up. Global pop culture tie-ins: Blackpink’s Lisa is set to perform FIFA World Cup anthem “Goals” at the 2026 opening ceremony, underscoring how K-pop keeps scoring big with sports audiences. New music drops: Osees surprise-release the five-track album “OFF COURSE,” while metal/hardcore acts Wraithbearer (“Parasite Crown”) and Tayga Hardcore Division (“Сибирская Стая”) debut new singles and videos. Artist personal updates: Former AOA member Jimin opens up about a tough month ahead of her next release, including emotional strain and backlash. Industry & rights: Music Venue Trust teams with Audoo to check whether grassroots venues are getting public performance royalties calculated correctly. Mandopop legacy: Universal Music Greater China acquires Carrier Creative’s catalog, aiming to reintroduce a “golden age” of Mandopop to streaming listeners. Live & community: Gangnam District’s free riverside picnic concert lines up N.Flying, Crying Nut and more, with fireworks to close.
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