AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoGlobal Music Loss: India’s legendary playback singer S. Janaki, “Nightingale of South India,” died at 88 in Mysuru after age-related health complications, prompting tributes from President Murmu, PM Modi and composer Ilaiyaraaja. Chart & Crossover: Shenseea made history as the first female Jamaican artiste to top Billboard Latin Airplay with “Echo (FIFA World Cup 2026)” featuring Daddy Yankee. New Releases: Jihyo (TWICE) and Shenseea teamed up on “Distant Lover,” a cross-genre summer single with a new video. Afro House Spotlight: Oskido and Congolese-Angolan vocalist Salima Chica released “Tiki Tiki 2.0,” an Afro House rework built for dancefloors. AI Transparency: Major labels and groups unveiled voluntary labels to tell fans when tracks are AI-generated or AI-assisted. Live Music & Culture: Iron Maiden’s first-ever curated multi-day EDDfest at Knebworth celebrated their 50th anniversary with immersive exhibits and a deep-cut set. Safety Update: Two people were killed and six injured in a shooting at Toronto’s Salsa on St Clair festival.
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