AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDelhi Spotlight: Diljit Dosanjh opened his Aura India Tour with a sold-out Delhi show, pushing back at critics and confirming more India dates through Dec. 20. Orchestra Crisis: Sixty-six Phoenix Symphony musicians face layoffs as the organization suspends operations after Nov. 1, citing financial shortfalls. AI & Music Rights: Spotify is reportedly developing paid AI tools for remixes and covers for early 2027 as it negotiates licensing deals; meanwhile, AI company Suno wants a second lawsuit from Sony and Universal paused. Traditions Under Threat: Afghan musicians are performing in secret to preserve the country’s musical heritage despite the Taliban’s ban and risk of arrest. New Music: New Zealand artist HINA’s video for “River To Mouth” explores Indigenous experience and resilience. Rising Talent: Nigerian campus performers took home ₦1 million in prizes at the latest Soundcity OnTour competition. Artist Spotlight: Rhiannon Giddens reflects on the history woven through her new album, Hope Is the Thing With Feathers.
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