Cultural Shorts

Connecticut trio returns with loud, energetic rock 'n' roll tracked in a tiny shed.

Musician, author, and publicist Howard Wuelfing's new book, Descenes and Discords: An Anthology, celebrates two beloved defunct Washington, D.C. fanzines.

Singer-songwriter Emily Judson's latest single, "It's My Farm," was inspired by her father's life and their family farm.

Lalanea Chastain says that her new album took a long time to finish. So much time, in fact, that she wasn't sure it would come out in her lifetime.

Linda Pitmon, Scott McCaughey and Steve Wynn are lifelong baseball fans who decided they wanted to celebrate the game via their other great love, music. Almost twenty years later they're as enthusiastic both as ever.

Mark Brend's latest book, Down River: In Search of David Ackles is a thoughtful and passionate examination of a late American musician whose records remain some of the most singular of their time.

James Bookert created the music heard on the San Gabriel album, Nights and Weekends, while working at an Austin, Texas liquor store. The experience inspired him to make San Gabriel his primary musical pursuit.

Colby Munn of the Wichita band Stay The Course says that his band's record deal came about because of the label owner's relaxation routine.

Michael Kiske is one of the most recognizable voices in heavy metal. His latest recording as a member of Helloween, Giants & Monsters, is out August 29.

Maria Elena Silva has released two albums this summer. One finds her revisiting jazz standards, the other captures her exploring songs of the Civil War.