Kennedy Center Tarps Controversy: A court-ordered removal of President Trump’s name from the John F. Kennedy Center facade is being questioned as tarps still block clear views, leaving performers and the public wondering what’s actually been restored. Blues History, Star Power: Morgan Freeman is set to release Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience on Aug. 7, producing and narrating a 100-year blues journey featuring Taj Mahal, Keb’ Mo’, Shemekia Copeland and more, with a Juneteenth single preview. Rock Opera Buzz: Sam Ryder drops “What’s The Buzz?” from the upcoming West End revival of Jesus Christ Superstar, a funk-leaning new glimpse recorded live to tape. Classical Discovery: A previously unknown 44-page Mozart notebook from Paris (1778) has been identified at France’s National Library, including flute-and-harp pieces tied to his teaching. Metal & Big Stages: Metallica returns to Dublin at Aviva Stadium with a massive in-the-round production, while Hellfest honors Ozzy Osbourne and commemorates Mastodon’s Brent Hinds with new tributes. Community Music: Bulgaria’s Svetilnik initiative brings student choirs into the spotlight with newly commissioned school anthems, and a Dales project has children helping write lyrics for a rural-life choral work premiering July 4.