AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoQuebec Spotlight: Montreal’s “Journée de l’album québécois” kicks off Friday with a star-studded concert, but a new Luminate Data study says few people are actually streaming Quebec music on Spotify—sparking fresh debate about cultural visibility. Local Festivals & Heritage: Fresno’s Fiestas Patrias returns for Hispanic Heritage Month with food, dance and live music, while Fort Pierre’s Lilly Fest brings back original local songs plus poetry and art vendors. Science Meets Sound: Drexel University researchers review how music-based interventions can measurably reduce pain, focusing on what might explain the effect beyond “adjunct” status. Gospel & Royalties: Erica Campbell’s label My Block sues distributor SRG/ILS over missing royalty statements tied to her 2023 gospel album. Big-Stage Live: Louder Than Life roars into its first day in Louisville with nearly 200 bands across seven stages and major attendance expectations. Streaming Support: Spotify launches “Fresh Finds Forward” to back about 10,000 independent artists with resources, studio time and mental health support. Venue Pressure: Cardiff’s Tramshed says it’s devastated after missing out on Welsh business rates relief by just £4,000.
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