AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMusic Awards Buzz: The Philippines’ 17th Star Awards for Music named BINI (“Salamin Salamin”) and Juan Karlos Labajo (“Tanga Mo Juan”), with Vice Ganda (“Rainbow Christmas”) also taking wins ahead of the June 25 ceremony. AI + Live Performance: Reply’s Reply AI Music Contest (with Kappa FuturFestival) unveiled five finalists exploring how AI can reshape sound and stage experiences. Local Culture Calendar: From Juneteenth block parties in State College to Father’s Day weekend music in Mayfield, communities are pairing live music with tradition and family-friendly events. Festival Wrap: TRNSMT 2026 closed with Lewis Capaldi headlining, plus Perrie, CMAT and more across a rain-soaked Glasgow weekend. New Album Live: Ella Collier brings her debut “DANGEROUS” to DTLA’s Moroccan Lounge with a full-track set. Industry/Policy Pressure: Artists and songwriter groups are again pushing back on AI music deals, arguing rights and consent must come first. Global Stage: Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris will open with headline performances from Aya Nakamura, DJ Snake and Theodora.
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