Pro-Palestinian Backlash at a Major Stadium Show: Zach Bryan wore a “Free Palestine” shirt at Gillette Stadium, with band members also sporting Palestine-themed clothing, as the tour’s first of two Massachusetts dates played out amid fresh debate over artists’ political messaging. Local Live-Music Revival: Leicester’s grassroots venue The Donkey reopens after a £418k refurbishment, including a reworked stage and renewed facilities, as the city continues to feel the impact of other venue closures. New Music Tech on TV: A Chinese performer shared the “America’s Got Talent” finale stage with Unitree humanoid robots, blending robotics, ink-wash aesthetics, and choreography to music. Classical Leadership: Phoenix Symphony names Paolo Bortolameolli as its new Virginia G. Piper Music Director Designate, with his first performances set for Oct. 9–11. Drum & Bass Anniversary Tour: Roni Size Reprazent announce a 30th-anniversary UK tour for New Forms, including a Leeds date in 2027. Roxy Music Deep Cut: Roxy Music release a long-unheard early demo of “Pyjamarama” ahead of an expanded For Your Pleasure reissue. Country Spotlight: Nathan Carter becomes the youngest inductee into The Late Late Show Country Music Hall of Fame. AI Music Court Fight: Sony Music joins legal and policy battles against AI music platforms, including new lawsuits targeting Udio and Suno.