Country Radio: Jason Aldean’s “Don’t Tell on Me” hits No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart, boosting his all-time run of chart-toppers. AI Music Policy: Major music groups push a streaming label system for AI-made tracks, while Suno says “transparency is important” and points to watermarking and other tools amid ongoing lawsuits. Global Pop Moment: Rihanna makes a surprise appearance with Jay-Z at Yankee Stadium, reigniting comeback chatter as Beyoncé joins for the finale. Local Live Music: Mariposa’s free “Music on the Green” returns July 17-18 with T-Ranch Stringband and Mike Hammar & the Professor Duo. Community & Culture: Dallas launches the inaugural Deep Vellum Music & Literature Festival, blending live music with storytelling across Deep Ellum venues. Music Safety Tragedy: A deadly fire at a Bangkok music bar kills at least 27 people, with dozens injured. Artist Spotlight: Zimbabwean rapper Lil Mars Shex readies his debut EP “Bandz Up” for July 24. Music Tech Gear: Marshall unveils the 1959BJA signature amp inspired by Billie Joe Armstrong’s early “Blue” guitar tone. Music Legacy: Dave Davies rejects a new Kinks book over “misinformation,” including disputed claims involving Jimmy Page.