Festival Safety & Mental Health: Survivors and relatives from the Nova, Mushroom, Psyduck and Midburn attacks met in Tel Aviv to discuss how trauma, substance use and mental health connect, with a focus on open, non-judgmental support. Major Cancellation: Hurricane Marie forced Santa Monica’s Ocean Way Festival to cancel, with organizers citing coastal erosion and safety limits; a return is planned for 2027. Local Community Music: Sauquoit’s Moos & Brews returns as a farm fundraiser with live bands and local vendors, backing The Root Farm’s animal-assisted programs. New Music Discovery: Austin launches AMPD Music, a private membership community built around intimate, curated live shows where artists are revealed only on arrival. Immersive Pop Culture: Oprah Winfrey brings “Aha” to the Las Vegas Sphere in April 2027 with live performances from Jacob Collier, Ocean Vuong and others. Teen Missing After Festival: UK police and family are appealing for help locating Sophie Potter, 19, who disappeared after being separated from her parents at Reminisce Festival. Big Rock Weekend: Louder Than Life returns Sept. 17-20 in Louisville with Iron Maiden, My Chemical Romance, Limp Bizkit and Tool headlining. Music Tech: Sonos 27 debuts an AI-forward home audio system with new agent features and adaptive surround sound. UK Stage Update: London’s Sunday In The Park With George revival is paused after Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey exit. Indie/Youth Spotlight: Prestwick teen Ryan Holmes releases “The Actor” ahead of a debut album due Oct. 30. AI & Industry Tension: Musicians are voicing concerns amid an AI lawsuit, adding to the week’s wider debate over creativity and rights.