AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMusic Law: Fender’s Stratocaster design fight is heating up, with the company sending cease-and-desist letters and the industry pushing back over alleged overreach and anti-competitive tactics. Touring: Weezer announced 2026-27 “Weezer: The Gathering” dates, kicking off Sept. 8 in Sacramento and running through major U.S. stops before an overseas leg; the band also dropped the “C.E.O.” video and song ahead of its Aug. 21 release. Labor & Live Music: Concessions workers at Minnesota’s Target Field plan a strike ahead of a sold-out Noah Kahan show, accusing management of subcontracting union work to a “sham charity” shut down by the state AG. New Music Releases: Koe Wetzel and Ella Langley are teaming up again for “Jaded,” arriving this Friday as part of a deluxe edition. Global Pop: K-pop group KiiiKiii will appear at an Angels-Rangers MLB game in Anaheim Aug. 10, with member Kiya throwing first pitch. Community & Culture: National Night Out events kept rolling across the country, including Fort Drum’s superhero-themed block party with live music and aircraft tours.
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