AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMusic Tech Courtroom: A judge dismissed Behringer’s lawsuit against Boss/ Roland over “knock off” polyphonic tuner tech, saying the patent didn’t meet requirements for a patent-eligible inventive concept. Streaming Prices: TIDAL is raising U.S. subscription rates starting Aug. 3, with Individual up to $11.99, Family to $19.99, and Student to $6.99. Pop Music Loss: Bonnie Tyler, best known for “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” has died at 75. Live Music & Culture: OMD returned to Bradford Live for a big synth-pop hit run; Rush’s Chicago history gets a local deep dive ahead of its United Center run. Guitar Talk: Billy Duffy reflects on major guitar deals and the one he regrets selling; Mike Stringer explains why he uses 8-string tuning to write lower riffs. Community Music Moments: Marion’s America 250 weekend brings back a free ice cream social with live music and local activities. Hi-Fi for Retro Fans: Shanling’s M0 Pura revives iPod-nano vibes with hi-res playback and DAC features. Global Music Event: “Black Myth: Wukong” drew thousands to an LA orchestral concert blending symphony and traditional Chinese instruments.
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