Ben Harper’s latest single, “Need To Know Basis,” showcases the distinctive sound of the Clavinet, performed by legendary keyboardist Larry Goldings.

Black Eyed Dog (Anti Records). Review by Jeremy Glazier.

Sugar Drops (Red House Records). Review by Michelle Wilson.

Livin’ On A High Note (Anti). Review by James Mann.

HWY 62 (Omnivore Recordings). Review by James Mann.

Step Back (Megaforce Records). Review by James Mann.

World Wide Rebel Songs (New West). Review by James Mann.

The Way I See It (Sony BMG/Columbia). Review by John-Thomas Crockett.

North Hollywood Shootout (Verve Forecast ). Review by Tim Wardyn.

Pictures and Sound (Vanguard). Review by Tim Wardyn.

Though this festival built its reputation as a lovefest for jambands and hippies, Bonnaroo in 2007 opened its arms up to more modern rock bands, bringing in a whole new audience. One new convert was Jen Cray , whose weekend in the mountains of Tennessee is not one she’s soon to forget.

Austin City Limits Music Festival 2003 Collection (New West Records). Review by Joe Frietze.

Heavier Things (Aware). Review by Sean Slone.

Blazing Arrow (Quannum Projects / MCA). Review by Bill Campbell.

Music From and Inspired By the Motion Picture (V2). Review by Brian Broccoli.

In an unconventional interview, Gail Worley gets an in-depth, song-by-song look at the influences that inspire Buckcherry guitarist Keith Nelson. His answers just may surprise you!

Listening to Kasey Chambers’ debut album, The Captain, it’s not hard to believe that she grew up in the South. The kicker, though, is that her incredibly authentic country music originates from the South of Australia! Sean Slone talks with the gifted young artist about the roots of her music and life in the outback.