AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoArtist Development: Universal Music New Zealand rolls out nextWAV., a 12-month programme to mentor emerging young artists across Aotearoa, with workshops and industry access for secondary school students. Pop Charts: Japan’s CUTIE STREET scores its first No. 1 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 with “Kyuto na Kyutai,” the Pokemon anime ending theme, while Arashi’s “Five” jumps up the chart after their Tokyo Dome finale. Solo Debut: Da-iCE’s Sota Hanamura releases pre-debut album “ASCEEENSION” ahead of his first solo tour and a Budokan stop on Aug. 17. Cross-Culture Spotlight: Mickey Guyton says her China breakthrough came via The Singer, giving her a massive new audience and a “craziest experience” career boost. Film + Music: Aamir Khan Productions confirms Lagaan’s theatre re-release for June 12–14, spotlighting AR Rahman’s music for the 25th anniversary. Live Music + Community: Festival MED returns to Portugal’s Loulé with a global world-music lineup including Arooj Aftab and Salif Keita, plus expanded performance areas. Industry Watch: Universal Music Publishing Group appoints Sunita Kaur as President, Asia.
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