AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMusic Industry Loss: Clive Davis, the hitmaking executive who helped launch or revive careers from Whitney Houston to Alicia Keys, has died at 94. Pop Culture Backlash: Olivia Rodrigo is facing “fake activist” backlash after praising YouTube critic Anthony Fantano on his podcast, reigniting fan anger over his past Halsey review. New Festival News: Rodrigo also announced Daisy Chain Fields, an all-women festival in Irvine, CA this August featuring Chappell Roan, Doechii and Stevie Nicks. Live Music Tech: Dave Matthews Band will stream official audio from every tour stop on nugs, with each show landing the next day. Album/Release Watch: Madonna says “The Test,” co-written with daughter Lourdes “Lola” Leon, helped heal their relationship ahead of Confessions II (out July 3). K-pop Momentum: BTS’ Arirang is named among best albums of 2026 so far, and BTS shared behind-the-scenes for “Merry Go Round.” Industry/Business: Dance To The Radio signed Twin Atlantic for Separation From The Animals (Oct. 2) and renewed its distribution deal with The Orchard. Women in Electronic: A panel at France’s Fête de la Musique+ highlighted long-term career hurdles for women in electronic music.
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