AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAI & Artist Rights: Jason Isbell leads a class action claiming Suno’s AI is built to mimic musicians’ identifying traits, turning name prompts into songs, descriptions, and images tied to specific artists. Legal Fallout in Pop: A judge dismissed part of Lizzo tour stylist Asha Daniels’ hostile-workplace claims, saying the alleged conduct didn’t show the “general hostility” needed to proceed. Industry Business: BMG’s Concord merger is complete, with a new executive team and leadership council set to steer recorded music, publishing, and operations. New Music Releases: Farrah Mechael drops “The Feeling,” doubling down on opera-meets-pop identity after her classical “Remembrance” era. Genre-Blend Spotlight: Tune Up Channel returns after nearly three years with synthwave/pop-rock single “No More Shot” and a new vocalist. Live Music & Community: The Strathearn Art Walk and Music Festival hits Edmonton Sept. 11–13, free and family-friendly with two stages and 400+ makers. Touring Updates: Sass Jordan cancels remaining 2026 dates in northwestern Ontario due to a serious medical condition. Big Pop News: Miley Cyrus announces album “Bass Persuades” for Sept. 18 and two Hollywood Bowl shows performing it live. Festival Watch: Manila’s “9RACE” lines up Secondhand Serenade, Apl de Ap, IYAZ, and OPM acts for Oct. 4.
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