AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAlbum Spotlight: Death Cab for Cutie released “I Built You a Tower,” framing the band’s big, arena-ready sound around grief and frontman Ben Gibbard’s recent divorce. Tour Retail Buzz: Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Tour merch pop-up in San Francisco drew early crowds ahead of her Bay Area shows, with exclusive gear and new vinyl. Festival Lineup: North Augusta’s Jack O’Lantern Jubilee announced headliners Tauren Wells and Chris Janson for Oct. 23–24, plus local acts and family programming. Classical Focus: WASO is gearing up to perform Schumann’s Cello Concerto, with Ivan Karizna joining and a program also featuring Sibelius, Haydn, and Brahms. Community Music: Heartland Harp Ensemble is preparing for a major Ireland trip, performing “Gather ’Round Appalachia” at St. Canice Cathedral in Kilkenny. Cultural Crossovers: Cabaret Festival review highlights Ursula Yovich’s Nina Simone tribute, tying Simone’s legacy to activism and performance.
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