AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoAI Copyright Clash: Sony Music and Warner Music’s publishing arms sued Anthropic in federal court, alleging it pirated lyrics and sheet music (from artists including The Beatles, Taylor Swift, and Michael Jackson) to train Claude. Music Business & Growth: The RIAA says U.S. recorded music revenue hit $6B in H1 2026, up 6.9%, led by streaming and strong vinyl/CD gains. Direct-to-Fan Push: SPOZZ expanded its app with paid artist subscriptions for exclusive songs, videos, and live sessions. UK Export Funding: The BPI’s Music Export Growth Scheme backed 29 UK acts in its 25th £800k round. New Festival Leadership: Gotobeat tapped Mike Lightford to head festivals as it expands into the market. Live Music & Community: Sock Out Cancer returns Oct. 17 at Broome County Forum Theatre, with proceeds supporting local cancer patients. Education & Infrastructure: Purdue Fort Wayne unveiled a $25M Surack–Sweetwater music industry center with recording and audio lab spaces. Cultural Spotlight: Cuba marked the legacy of Adalberto Álvarez on the fifth anniversary of his passing. Health Reminder: A pediatric audiologist warned that loud music and earbuds can cause lasting hearing damage.
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