Staff writer Christopher Long wedges his way into a private after-show soirée with reigning British pop-rock princess Lauran Hibberd. In the process, the 25-year-old singer songwriter reveals her passion for pop music, Disaronno, and Taco Bell.

Big Talk EP (Self-Released). Review by Jen Cray.

An unplugged evening with Eddie Vedder full of conversation, confessions, and two hours of music is a damn fine way for Jen Cray to spend the night.

The Truth About Love (RCA). Review by Jen Cray.

Master of My Make Believe (Downtown Records/Atlantic Records). Review by Jen Cray.

Carl F Gauze enjoys a documentary about Fishbone.

After nearly a decade’s hiatus, Gavin Rossdale has relaunched BUSH, and a super sold-out show in Orlando lets Jen Cray know that she’s not the only one excited to see this band back together.

Gavin Rossdale may be a musical shapeshifter (Bush, Institute, solo), but he never fails to entertain a crowd. At his recent Orlando show, Jen Cray was bowled over by Mr. Gwen Stefani, and swept away completely by opening band Nico Vega.

Bent Perspective. Review by Robert M. Sutton.

True Stories I Made Up (Zip). Review by Aaron Shaul.

My Dear (TVT). Review by Jen Cray.