JEFF TWEEDY’S SWEET HOME » Chicago has a rich musical past, so it only makes sense that Wilco’s Jeff Tweedy, the owner of perhaps the richest musical presence around, makes his home there. by bob mehr

THE ABBEY ROAD SESSIONS » Having just celebrated its 75th anniversary, Abbey Road is the world’s oldest recording studio. And while it never closes, it’s rarely open to the public. So let us take you inside. by jack boulware

ARRESTING DEVELOPMENT » I’ve waited­ almost my entire life to see the Police. Now that they’re back together, my cup of ticket stubs will finally be full. by james mayfield

VOICES OF A GENERATION » They revolutionized music as we know it, changed the way society thinks, and filled many a generation gap. These are the most revered, most significant, and most influential acts in music history. (A bold statement, we know. But we’re standing by it.) by kevin raub

DON’T STOP BELIEVING » But you might want to stop listening to Journey — or at least start listening to more new music. I know it’s scary. I’m here for you. by sarah hepola

JINGLE ALL THE WAY » Can’t get that really catchy tune out of your head? One Nashville-based company is counting on it. by jenna schnuer

R-E-S-P-E-C-T » After a long stretch in soul limbo, Stax Records is back to celebrate its 50th anniversary — and to get started on another 50 years. by bob mehr