AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoPop Culture Crossover: Taylor Swift turned the “Toy Story 5” premiere into a live concert, performing “I Knew It, I Knew You” and duetting with Randy Newman on “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” at the Dolby Theatre. Social Media & Release Strategy: Pixie Lott says she uses fan reactions online to help decide what to release next, aiming to avoid another decade-long gap. Live Music, Up Close: Dermot Kennedy proved arena scale can still feel intimate in Leeds, leaning on sincerity and a stripped-back “MTV Unplugged” moment. Theatre & Community Recovery: A musical revue is set to raise disaster relief funds for theatres still recovering after Hurricane Helene. World Cup Soundtrack: Tyla will perform at the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening in Mexico City and sing South Africa’s anthem; Shakira and Katy Perry are also confirmed for the multi-country opening celebrations. Industry Watch: Thomas Bangalter says Daft Punk won’t reunite for a comeback show. Touring & Tickets: Charli xcx announced North American arena dates for her “Music, Fashion, Film” tour with underscores as support. Artist Safety & Conduct: A model’s lawsuit alleges Kanye West choked her during a 2010 music video shoot, with West’s camp calling it “art.”
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