Awards & Culture Debate: BTS says it won’t submit music for 2027 Grammys, sparking fresh arguments about whether race- and region-based categories help or hurt fair judging. Artist Rights & Royalties: Sonu Nigam claims major labels including T-Series and Zee Music stopped working with him after he pushed on copyright and singer royalty rights—though he says ties are improving now. Pop Star Health & Scrutiny: Ariana Grande withdraws from London’s “Sunday in the Park with George” and plans to step back from public life after “endless” scrutiny tied to her “Petal” era. Music Tech & Discovery: Spotify rolls out “User Notes” and “Running Mode,” aiming to make playlists more personal and better matched to workouts. Industry Business Moves: Universal Music will partner with Excel Music after UMG takes a 30% stake, boosting global distribution for the new label. Live Music & Community: Free Sunday park sessions return in Romford, while the BUF pub closes for good after a final music-filled weekend. Global Jazz Spotlight: Festivals keep rolling—Bansko Jazz Festival continues with Morgan James and Blagoev Dixieland Jazztet, and “Jazz Across Continents” celebrates jazz as a universal language in Abuja.