AI & Authenticity: Petula Clark, 93, says AI may eventually mimic emotion, but she finds that idea “scary” and insists the human warmth between singer and audience still matters. K-Pop Spotlight: BTS dropped the “Normal” music video on Spotify ahead of a wider release, showing the members decompressing after a party during their “Arirang” era. Local Music & Community: Arkansas Folklife Festival highlighted homegrown traditions from timber-camp roots to front-porch performances, while Jazz Night School’s “Jazz About Town” fundraiser brings adult students to Everett’s Butter Notes Cafe. Industry & Policy Pressure: Australia’s new superannuation rules are blamed for cancellations like Inverloch and Newcastle Hunter jazz festivals, putting volunteer logistics under strain. Live Music Moves: River Rock’s outdoor show in Warren, Ohio shifts to Packard Music Hall due to weather risk. New Releases: Leon Bridges unveils “Happiness Anytime” in phases, and NPR’s New Music Friday spotlights fresh albums from Gracie Abrams, Steve Lacy, Nia Archives, Lido Pimienta and Swapmeet. Rock & Culture: Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards hints the band may consider a residency-style approach for future touring.