Editor Pick: Music

ARJUN displays the potency of a power trio on 'Gravity,' the last in a planned trilogy of album releases.

"We want fans to come to our shows and experience something magical," says Freddie Morales, lead vocalist of Depeche Mode tribute band Strangelove.

Concord Music assembled this blast of classic gospel from the 1950s and '60s expressly to show the direct and multifaceted influence of gospel music on secular soul and rock 'n' roll. In addition to its historical and musicological interest, it's pure enjoyment any old way (but if you have a record player, get the 3-LP vinyl edition.)

It's a touching story set to musical scores that mirror the emotions expressed in the lyrics.

Rose Fingered Dawn, concentrates on telling the stories behind the lyrics, desiring to touch listeners emotions.

Giacchino creates another stellar musical score where he holds his own compared to others in the film series (Danny Elfman, James Horner, Christopher Young, etc.).

Blink-182, Bleachers, and Iration headline the 3rd annual City of Trees Music Festival in Sacramento, California.

By any means, 'Shade' is an impressive achievement that few bands 30 years into their career can ever hope to achieve. It may not replace their classic releases, but it absolutely belongs right next to them.

Yelena Eckemoff’s quintet whips up a compilation of romantic ballads, lounging pastorals, and elegant improvisations.

In a just world, Ray Wylie Hubbard's 'Tell the Devil I'm Gettin' There as Fast as I Can' would be heard on radios around the country.