AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTribute: Donnie Iris, the Pittsburgh-born singer behind “Ah! Leah!” and “Love Is Like a Rock,” has died at 83 after a three-year battle with bladder cancer. AI and Copyright: Elvis Presley’s rights holders are suing Anthropic, alleging the company used 274 songs to train its AI without permission and seeking up to $41.1 million in damages. Live Music: Macklemore launched his Free Palestine tour in Dublin, debuting a new protest song and raising funds for Palestinian aid groups; Jay-Z was named to headline the 2027 Super Bowl halftime show. Music and Identity: Tobago has declared the tambrin its official instrument and the fiddle-and-tambrin ensemble its official sound, recognizing a tradition rooted in the island’s history. Industry Watch: Australian music accounts for just 8.5% of domestic streams, as local artists and advocates warn global algorithms are sidelining homegrown acts. Global Stage: Five artists, including dance-pop singer Rêve, are vying to represent Canada at Eurovision 2027, the country’s first appearance in the contest. Arts Funding: Oakland’s Black music-focused conservatory marks 20 years as its founder prepares to step down amid cuts to city arts grants.
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