AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAI Music Legal Fight: Jason Isbell and other artists have filed class-action lawsuits against Suno, alleging the AI generator trained on musicians’ identities without consent. Music Tech for Creators: BandM8 expanded its open beta with faster idea-to-accompaniment response, real-time mixing controls, and stem export—built around musicians playing first. Country Spotlight: Dolly Parton’s viral “nails” tribute is taking over social media, while a free Dolly Parton movie-and-music tribute is set for Sept. 3 at Robinson Grand. Live Music Calendar: Ramblin’ Roads Country Fest lands in Vermont Oct. 3; Manitou Music Fest runs Sept. 4–6; Fall Fest at The Milkhouse runs Sept. 11–13; and Wynwood’s September/October live-music guide is out. Publishing Deal: River House Artists renewed its worldwide publishing agreement with Dan Alley as he prepares his own project, Keepin’ On, on Sept. 4. Artist News: Cassandra Wilson has died at 70; Frankie Miller died at 95.
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