AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAI Music Charts Rules: IFPI is rolling out new principles for generative AI tracks to qualify for official charts, pushing requirements like authorized tools, human-made substance, and clear labeling across regions including Africa. Global Music Business: Symphonic expands its global A&R team with new hires in the UK, Canada, Europe and Africa, aiming to better serve local artist markets. South African Music & Culture: Scatterlings Music Festival lands in Johannesburg on 1 August as Zakes Bantwini headlines a Johnny Clegg legacy celebration mixing established and emerging acts. Tyla Lagos Boycott Fallout: Nigerian activist VDM says Tyla’s Lagos concert “is not happening” amid xenophobia concerns, keeping the debate loud across social media. Film Meets Music History: John Legend is cast as Harry Belafonte in Bill Condon’s The Road Home, a drama tied to Hugh Masekela, Miriam Makeba and the Graceland apartheid-era controversy. Tanzania Pop News: Diamond Platnumz and Zuchu confirm they’re expecting their first child together.
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