What's next for J. Lo, Faith, Bon Jovi, and more

Welcome to fall, when the leaves f-f-f-fade away but rock, rap, and country find renewed energy, thanks to the impending gift-giving season. Late September through mid-November are the optimal weeks for major releases. And this year, the suspense is unbearable: Can Mariah break records postbreakdown? Will buyers be as quick on the draw for Tim McGraw and the missus as in more flush times? Will Nick Carter be the last Boy standing? Pick a genre and find out.