AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoMusic Tech & Artist Revenue: SoundCloud launched a beta for on-platform support for paid downloads, starting with about 200 U.S. creators, saying artists will keep 100% of each sale (minus standard fees and taxes). Legal & Culture Wars: A federal judge again struck down Texas’ drag-performance restriction, saying the law is unconstitutionally vague and could sweep in mainstream performances. National Spotlight on Country: Dolly Parton died at 80 after a brief battle with cancer, triggering flags lowered nationwide and a flood of tributes; her Imagination Library has gifted more than 330 million books. Pop Culture Loss: Tim Curry, the “Rocky Horror Picture Show” star, died at 80. Local Arts: Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra announced its 2026-27 chamber music series lineup. Local Music Scene: Vero Beach’s “The Guitar ER” highlighted as a specialized guitar repair stop for local players. Community & Travel: West Virginia’s vacation guide won a U.S. Travel ESTO award for print marketing.
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