AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoP-pop Spotlight: SB19 made its first-ever live TV appearance in Japan, performing “Lawless” on the “DayDay” morning show ahead of Summer Sonic dates in Osaka (Aug. 14) and Tokyo (Aug. 15). Rock Reunion Buzz: Rush’s “Fifty Something” run keeps rolling with a Chicago stop, featuring a tight four-piece lineup delivering classic moments like “Spirit of Radio.” Streaming & AI Shift: Spotify will start labeling AI-generated performers with an “AI Persona” badge, aiming to separate synthetic acts from real musicians and adjust recommendations. Legal Rights Update: The Isley Brothers have settled their long-running court fight over trademark rights to the band name. Health/Safety on Tour: Country star Colt Ford says he broke his shoulder after a tour bus crash in Germany. Local Music Calendar: Live Nation’s new venue “History Ottawa” opens Aug. 20 in the ByWard Market with The Wallflowers, while Boomtown’s weekend continues despite soaring heat.
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