Access & Mentorship: A new wave of women-in-music support is taking shape, with Girls Who Listen arguing that community and mentorship are the real gatekeepers for the next generation. Street-Level Culture: In Edenton, blind street musician “Blind Tony” Horton turns daily performances into purpose, faith, and community connection. Mental Health & Loss: Berklee professor Ray Seol breaks silence on suicide grief and how it shaped his jazz life and teaching. Streaming & Pricing: Tidal plans to label AI-generated music and Spotify is pushing new Premium terms, while Tidal users face an August price hike. AI Copyright Fight: Australia’s music industry unites to demand action against unauthorized AI training. Live Music & Community: Songbyrd Music House spotlights why small venues keep scenes alive, and a women-focused New Orleans jazz sound bath pairs live music with sound healing. Major Music News: Rolling Stones’ Mick Jagger says no tour this year, but live dates are coming next year; The Mars Volta announces live album Lucro Sucio; Unfinished Business. Local Spotlight: Colorado Symphony rolls out Sensaphonics 3DME hearing protection for musicians. Festival Feed: Solihull Music Festival expands stages and genres for a big holiday weekend. Sports Crossover: Lakers trade for Jazz center Walker Kessler in a sign-and-trade, a reminder that pop culture and music-adjacent headlines keep colliding.