LHB’s Shorties (Laura Veirs, Drive-By Truckers, and More)

The Seattle Times profiles singer-songwriter Laura Veirs.

"July Flame" is a moody masterpiece that fans of Neko Case, Yo La Tengo and Mirah will embrace as completely as fans of folk. Veirs' fingerpicking prowess and lyrical depth shine on her seventh full-length recording, named for a type of peach. It transports you directly to dreamy summer days and nights — getting "dizzy in the grass," watching firework ash fall into your lemonade.

Kristin Hersh is publishing her new album as a book.

Gibson interviews Patterson Hood of the Drive-By Truckers about the band's new album, The Big To-Do and his guitars.

The Guardian examines pop musicians who are incorporating classical poetry into their music.

NPR Music shares a playlist of songs for space travel.

Jewcy lists its 10 favorite Rick Rubin-produced albums.

- David Gutowski