AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoApple Music Price Rise: Apple has increased Apple Music and some Apple One bundle tiers worldwide, citing rising licensing costs; the change is already live in the UK and Europe and rolls out to more markets. Live Music & Culture: Middlesbrough Mela returns for its 36th year with a fresh bill including Michael Jackson tribute, bhangra stars Sonia Walia and XLNC, plus Miss Pooja and Mumzy Stranger. Festivals Across the UK & Ireland: Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann lands in Belfast for Aug 2–9, promising cross-community sessions and competitions, while St Osyth Summer Sounds runs again over the weekend with live music plus food and family activities. Theatre & Musicals: Matilda The Musical has new young cast members for its UK and Ireland tour, opening in Norwich Theatre Royal on Aug 6. Pop Culture in the Spotlight: Wet Wet Wet announce a 40th-anniversary run celebrating Popped In Souled Out, with a Birmingham date on Oct 15. Big Screen Music Moment: Bruno Mars’ Romantic Tour hits Wembley, with critics noting its church-and-club energy and a more traditional stage setup.
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