AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRock & Pop Culture: Riot Fest 2026 went on through heavy rain and storm warnings, with major schedule shifts as needed, while the lineup still delivered big-name punk energy. Loss in Hard Rock: Rose Tattoo frontman Gary “Angry” Anderson has died at 79, ending a five-decade run as one of Australia’s most recognizable voices. Chart Power (Country): Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” becomes the longest-running U.S. No. 1, topping the Hot 100 for 23 weeks. New Releases & Deals: Centricity Music signs Rachael Lampa for a worldwide recording/publishing deal; her single “Permission” drops Sept. 25. Classical Crossover: The Baldassarre Orchestra brings orchestral takes on classic rock hits at the Robins Theatre on Oct. 3. Music + Community: A new “Heat Down” festival hits Panadura Beach Park with water games and live sets. Big Screen Meets Music: “Romeo + Juliet Film in Concert” lands in Minneapolis for its 30th-anniversary tour. Industry Business: Primary Wave partners with the estate of Robert Palmer to manage his catalog and NIL rights. Theatre & Stage: Dayton’s 250th-anniversary season opener pairs Bernstein/Sondheim’s “West Side Story” with a university-backed international cast.
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