Turbulence in 29 Palms and Artistic Integrity

This chapter examines a bombing incident in 29 Palms, focusing on the suspect's extreme beliefs and the community's struggle to cope with the tragedy. It also covers political upheaval in Portugal following a snap election and raises critical concerns about the exploitation of artists by AI technology, invoking strong reactions from the music industry. The discussion highlights the urgent need for transparency and protection for artists amid growing corporate interests in the creative sector.