AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoMusic Retail: HMV will close its historic Oxford Street flagship in March 2027 after landlords proposed doubling the rent and requiring major renovations. The retailer says it is seeking a new West End site; sales at the store are up 25% year on year. Concerts and Politics: More than 60 people were reportedly detained after Max Korzh’s Frankfurt concert, where the singer called for an end to the war in Ukraine. European Acts: Fontaines D.C. are set to release their fifth album, Dopamine Chamber, on Friday, blending the Irish band’s sound with themes of distraction and digital life. Touring: Jamie T says Brexit-related costs mean he can no longer afford to tour Europe, as ATEEZ announces a 2027 world tour with European dates. Live Music: Shakira’s Madrid show set an Amazon Music record for the most-watched live stream by a female artist; Erykah Badu, meanwhile, has cancelled five European tour dates.
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