AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPop Star Rollout: Miley Cyrus drops her new era with album Bass Persuades (Sept. 18) and two Hollywood Bowl shows (Oct. 16 & 18), after rebranding to “Miley.” Music Biz: BMG and Concord’s merger is now complete, with Bob Valentine named CEO and a new exec team plus a strategic leadership council. Format Watch: The RIAA says U.S. recorded music revenue rose 6.9% in H1 2026, led by a big physical rebound—CDs up 58.6% and vinyl up 17.7%. Local Scene: Hamilton Philharmonic unveils a refreshed identity as “Hamilton Phil,” updating its logo and visual mark. New Releases: Spencer Sutherland shares glam-rock single “Somebody’s Gonna Love Me,” while Farrah Mechael bridges opera and pop on album The Feeling. Community & Culture: Jose Mari Chan kicks off “Ber” season by urging Filipinos to help flood-affected neighbors. Live/Events: Tune Up Channel returns after nearly three years with “No More Shot,” launching a new video in Mokokchung.
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