AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMusic History Spotlight: Newport’s legendary TJs—founded in 1971 by John Sicolo—kept South Wales on the map, hosting acts from Oasis and Muse to Catatonia’s “Mulder and Scully” video. New Venues: Seattle plans a dedicated chamber music hall downtown (opening 2028) and a new North London grassroots venue is also in the works. Big Releases & Videos: Jelly Roll drops “Hands Up,” filmed inside San Quentin with incarcerated musicians; Morgan Wallen previews “Been By Now” ahead of its July 24 release; WONHO teases “Don’t Wake Me Up!” and UNIS launches “GimmeSummer☆” for Japan. Global Pop Buzz: Tiwa Savage hits Lagos with the “Energy Walk” for her new single; Davido says Rihanna is his “dream collab.” Charts/Industry: Creed’s Greatest Hits reaches 200 weeks on the Billboard 200; Apple Music raises subscription prices, citing rising licensing costs. Live & Community: Phish returns to Raleigh; Barry Manilow’s tour includes the Manilow Music Teacher Award; Wildsight’s Stillpoint festival plans Sept. 17–19.
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