Chart Power: Ariana Grande’s “petal” rockets to a seventh Billboard 200 No. 1 with 295,000 units, including a vinyl surge. Legal/Platform Clash: Taylor Swift’s music was removed from a Trump-linked TikTok post after the campaign used her “August” track, reigniting the fight over rights on social platforms. Festival Shock: Los Angeles Jazz Festival—booked with John Legend and Janelle Monáe—was canceled hours before opening over last-minute safety and permitting costs, with refunds promised and a 2027 return planned. Live Music & Community: Bow Valley Jamboree drew ~900 people to Oxbow for local performances, food trucks, and vendor booths. Cultural Spotlight: Ainu musician Oki brought tonkori-rooted sounds to New York, blending tradition with rock, reggae, and Afro rhythms. Industry/Creativity: Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker says the band is working on a new album this year. Classical/Local Arts: Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra announces new board leadership and a new rehearsal home for its 37th season.