AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoLive Music & Touring: Death Cab for Cutie announced 2027 U.S. tour dates including New Orleans for its new album, “I Built You A Tower,” with Swapmeet opening. Music Industry/Tech: Spotify rolled out “Fresh Finds Forward” to back emerging indie artists, while Google’s Pixel “Now Playing” update reintroduces recognized-music notifications and adds easier favorites/history access. Major Loss: Rosalind Ashford, the soprano behind Martha and the Vandellas’ “Dancing in the Street” and “Heat Wave,” died at 83. Concert Business: Ticketmaster’s new global president pushed back on claims venues lack ticketing options, saying renewals are competitive and contracts are scrutinized. Pop Culture/Politics: The Ed Sheeran–Macklemore “Loop Tour” fallout kept escalating, with U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee attacking Macklemore over antisemitism and renewed debate over what venues will allow. Local Culture: Hans Zimmer announced “Zimmer Live - The Next Level” North American dates starting Feb. 2027, including Orlando.
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