AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoGlobal Pop & Awards Buzz: Taylor Swift drops The Life of a Showgirl: The Encore and teases “Patient Zero,” while Madonna and Charli xcx share “Danceteria Afterhours” ahead of the 2026 VMAs, where Madonna is set to open and a Dolly Parton tribute is in the mix. New Music Venues: Apple Music Hall launches at Battersea Power Station with Elton John, Charli xcx, Burna Boy and more—plus livestream plans—while Montreal’s Le Divan Orange reopens for POP Montreal after years of closure. Local Scenes & Community: Sudbury opens registrations for a one-day Pop and Rock competition for aspiring musicians; Wales’ Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain headlines a curry night; and a Valleys promo push aims to rebuild alternative gigs in Ebbw Vale. Culture Through Music: Labuan’s Borneo Arts Festival spotlights dance, fashion and live showcases; Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts wins Music Festival of the Year; and a Black Student Union line-dance event ties movement to heritage. Industry Numbers: RIAA reports Latin music revenue up 8.6% to $542.2M in H1 2026, led by streaming and vinyl growth.
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