AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAudio Licensing Shake-Up: Milan composer Venanzio Giacomelli’s Sonify Music rolls out a permanent buy-out model for corporate, broadcast and creator audio licensing, replacing subscription renewals with one-time ownership. Studio Gear Spotlight: Lindell Audio launches the LiN76 mkII, a next-gen ’76-style FET compressor with upgrades like stereo linking and a simplified power setup. Mandarin Pop Big Night: Taiwan’s Golden Melody Awards crowned Jolin Tsai’s “Pleasure” as Album of the Year, with Chang Chen-yue also sweeping major craft awards. World Cup Soundtrack Watch: NPR’s Tiny Desk roundup maps the music behind World Cup hype, pairing each matchup with artists tied to the competing nations. Independence Day Music & Fireworks: Central Ohio and other US cities are gearing up for July 4 events, while Washington’s Freedom 250 plans an enormous fireworks show aimed at a Guinness-style record. Local Music Education Win: Minnesota’s Walker-Hackensack-Akeley students hit standout results at the state ensemble contest, including rare perfect scores in vocals. New Album Buzz: Swedish doom/sludge heavyweights Kongh return with “Staining the Ether,” previewing “Dissolved in Time” for Sept. 25.
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