AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPop Culture x Music: Taylor Swift has officially confirmed an original song for Disney/Pixar’s Toy Story 5, “I Knew It, I Knew You,” arriving June 5 with multiple versions, as the film leans into the very real tension between toys and screens. Global Music Business: Mastercard and TikTok are teaming up via the Mastercard Artist Accelerator SEA with SoundOn to mentor and promote musicians in Indonesia and Thailand, culminating in collaborative track opportunities. Streaming Market Shift: Amazon Music is expanding in India beyond Prime with a free ad-supported tier, limited ads for Prime users, and a new premium plan—signaling a tougher fight for paid subscribers. Local Live Music: Warren’s free “Music In The Park” returns for Friday evenings through Aug. 28, while Dana Point’s “Concerts in the Park” runs Sundays July 12–Aug. 16 with two-band lineups. Industry/Community: Merlin promotes Emma Robinson to VP, partnerships, as it deepens its digital licensing ecosystem for indie labels. Music News You Can Use: Juno Download shuts down after 20 years, though past orders remain accessible.
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