AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoStreaming Fraud: A North Carolina man was sentenced to 18 months in prison for using bots to inflate streams of AI-generated tracks and collect more than $8 million in royalties; he must forfeit the proceeds. Spotify Live: Portola Music Festival and Spotify have released exclusive 2026 performances and DJ videos, including the platform’s first long-form DJ video sets. Streaming Milestone: Olivia Rodrigo’s SOUR has passed 18 billion Spotify streams, making it the first album by a woman to reach that mark. Industry Moves: Spotify renewed its multiyear deal with Joe Rogan, reportedly worth $250 million, while Suno hired former Ticketmaster executive Michael Chua to lead live experiences. Women in Music: The 2026 awards in London honored Jade and Shirley Manson, among other artists and industry figures. Apple Music: Hi-res audio is now available on Apple TV, though some TV settings may affect playback.
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