AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoUK Music Relief: Prime Minister Andy Burnham confirmed a 20% cut to business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues from April 2027, aiming to keep grassroots spaces from closing. Live Music & Wellbeing: Sheffield is launching a Music + Wellbeing initiative during Tramlines weekend, with a new programme exploring how gigs can reduce loneliness and boost health. Global Licensing Deal: AllTrack signed a multi-territory digital licensing agreement with SACEM, expanding streaming and download royalties across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and key Asian markets. Artist Moves: Yung Miami signed with WME for worldwide representation and plans a solo debut on relaunched Uptown Records. New Releases/Events: Vic G will drop R&B/Afro-Caribbean single “DAT BOI” on July 24, followed by a Hollywood release party and live performance. Community Music: Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Festival returns to Bannerman Park on Aug. 8 with free admission and a scaled-back lineup. Loss: Canadian jazz pianist Oliver Jones has died at 91.
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