AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCreative Economy: A new TV BRICS analysis says BRICS+ countries are leaning harder on culture and IP—projecting the global creative industry could top $4.3T by 2033—as investors still treat it as less “independent” than traditional sectors. Live Music & Community: The Sisters Folk Festival keeps growing, now a three-day roots showcase with 33 acts spanning Americana to West African-influenced sounds. Animation & Music Video: Montreal’s Animaze crowned Mexico’s YUCA’s “Who’s Waiting for You?” as Grand Jury winner, while “SAFE ZONE” took the first Best A.I. Film prize and “Addicted To It” won Best Music Video. Global Pop Culture: Linkin Park frontman DJ Joe Hahn says the band is back in the studio writing new material after its “From Zero” comeback era. Touring & Theater: Rod Stewart says his final tour is his last, while West End’s “Paddington the Musical” confirms a second-year cast and extended run. New Releases: Niall Horan marks 10 years since “This Town,” now over a billion streams. Music Business: Warner Music Latina signs Cuban duo Pututi & Nesty, betting on reparto’s crossover momentum.
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