Music Court Drama: South African DJ Black Coffee’s legal fight with commentator Nota Baloyi escalated after a Johannesburg high court ordered Baloyi to file arguments within 10 days, with contempt proceedings that could mean up to 60 days in jail. Global Pop Spotlight: Whitney Houston’s No. 1 hits are packaged into a new album, “WH1TNEY,” as her legacy and birthday celebrations continue. Indigenous Music Wins: Australia’s Baker Boy swept the 2026 National Indigenous Music Awards, taking album, song and film clip of the year for “Djandjay” and “Thick Skin.” Streaming & Tech: A new report highlights how AI music is creeping into everyday venues like cafes, raising fresh questions about costs and royalties for musicians and songwriters. Industry Loss: Grammy-winning producer William Orbit, behind Madonna’s “Ray of Light,” died at 69, prompting major tributes. Live Music Reality Check: The LA Jazz Festival was canceled at the last minute over permit costs, leaving musicians and vendors scrambling. Chart Watch: Charli XCX scored her first Billboard Top Album Sales No. 1 with “Music, Fashion, Film.” Local Scene: The Shindig Charity Music Festival brought New Orleans-style jazz and blues to Zelienople, with multiple genres across a weekend of fundraising.