AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFestival Safety Tragedy: Michigan State Police are investigating after a newborn’s body was found in a portable toilet at Electric Forest in Rothbury, with officials asking anyone who saw anything unusual to come forward. AI & Artist Rights: Tanzanian artistes and producers are warning that careless use of AI music tools could let platforms replicate voices without consent, even as some say AI can help independents make demos. Local Music Under Pressure: Map Café Studio in Kentish Town faces closure over a licensing and planning dispute tied to late alcohol sales and noise complaints. Industry Training Boost: The Music Managers Forum and YouTube Music launch MMF Hyperdrive, a four-month programme to fast-track music managers’ careers. New Releases: Kiwi country singer Kaylee Bell drops a live video for “Once In A Lifetime,” while Australian acts Ron E Buckpitt (“Which Part of Heaven”) and SHUTchaDOWN (“My Whole Team”) share new singles. Live Music Calendar: Boise’s The Record Exchange books Donnie Emerson for an in-store “Dreamin’ Wild” performance; Preston’s RockPrest 2026 returns with major tribute sets.
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