AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 minutes agoArtist Loss: Nigerian gospel singer Toluwanisings died suddenly at 41 on Oct. 14. His family confirmed the news, prompting tributes from fellow artists and fans. AI and Streaming: YouTube Music is adding labels to tracks made with AI as synthetic songs flood streaming. Artists also say valid music was caught up in removals tied to Universal Music Group’s copyright case, while Deezer plans to let listeners filter out AI tracks. Grammy Race: A$AP Rocky says winning his first Grammy would affirm his work on Don’t Be Dumb, which topped the Billboard 200. Filipino acts including Ben&Ben and Maymay Entrata have also submitted songs for 2027 Grammy consideration. Industry Shakeup: UMG is cutting costs by $270 million, with senior executives at major labels including Def Jam and Republic set to leave. Festival News: Treefort Music Fest’s first 2027 lineup wave features Modest Mouse, Courtney Barnett, Orville Peck and Thee Sacred Souls, alongside more than 180 acts from 18 countries and 28 states.
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