AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoLive-Music Education: Rebecca Robles’ “Backstage Pass” capstone brings agents, venue execs, and producers to teach students how to break into touring and live industry roles. Touring & Releases: Ariana Grande kicks off her Eternal Sunshine Tour in Oakland; Georgia Lines drops “Live At The Civic,” a 10-track capture of her Auckland headline show. New Music Spotlight: WHO SHOT SCOTT readies debut album “HAIRY” with “I’M YOUR ALIEN,” while Intricate shares debut single “Getting Close.” Local Scenes & Festivals: Thamesmead Festival 2026 announces a closure; Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Mavis Staples headline day 4 of Burlington’s Discover Jazz Festival. Industry & Culture: Madonna premieres “Confessions II” visuals, pushing “connection” over “mindless music,” and Lee Sklar shares what makes a great studio groove. Legal/Politics: A judge tosses the Kennedy Center’s lawsuit after jazz musician Chuck Redd canceled in protest of a name change. Live-Event Disruptions: Morgan Wallen cancels Pittsburgh shows due to severe weather. Global Charts: BTS tops Billboard Japan’s mid-year album sales with “ARIRANG,” and SHINee readies its rare full-group TV performance of “Atmos.” Loss: Mizrahi icon Ishay Levi dies at 63.
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