The Lighthouse and The Whaler - Pioneers

Their EP, Pioneers, definitely sets the bar high for this little indie pop band that hails from Cleveland, Ohio. Their next album release has yet to be announced, and I expect more catchy and upbeat tunes that would make the perfect summer soundtrack. The single Pioneers has gained some popularity after being featured on shows like Gossip Girl. The other two songs on the the EP, Burst Apart & Iron Doors are equally as good. Its hard to find something wrong with this band, they honestly sound like a perfect mix of Coldplay and Florence + The Machine.

Magic Wands - Teenage Love

Magic Wands is the type of band that is so indie, they don't even have a website (as far I as can tell, thanks Google). The indie pop duo Chris & Dexy Valentine released their first LP, Aloha Moon, this past Tuesday. At first glance, you might think the band sounds like the quintessential backdrop for an Urban Outfitters soundtrack. BUT if you listen to way Dexy's voice flows so smoothly with the melodic tunes, you might feel so ever inclined to keep listening.

Chiddy Bang - Mind Your Manners ft. Icona Pop (VIDEO)

BOO YAAHH! The long awaited video from Chiddy Bangs album has finally dropped! Chiddy originally came out with "Mind Your Manners" even before the album "Breakfast" came out a couple of weeks ago. When I first heard it i fell in love with the track and I had been waiting for the video ever since. The album itself is FUEGO to say the least, as Chiddy does a great job in mixing in some rap with some sinth pop while icona pop rips in the background. It's crazy how you can mix two genres that may seem like a word apart and make it flow like they do. If you like this track make sure you give "Opposite of adults" a peep.

Owl Eyes - Cristalised

Brooke Addamo, otherwise known as Owl Eyes is an indie pop singer straight from the down under, Australia. She is a super up and comer, but shes no stranger to music. She was a finalist in the Australian Idol in '08 and the released an EP "Faces" in 2010. This is the first I've ever heard of her since she usually only does tours in Australia and the UK. Check out this track and your instantly realize why she was a finalist in the Australian Idol and deserves a spot at AOTC.. This Saucy Aussie can sing!! The song starts out with some nice synth, but she shines brightest with her long, drown out vocals and she hits the highs effortlessly. On top of that, shes cute! She needs to come down here to the states so that we can see her live!

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Usher - Scream

This just in... A new track by Usher himself, titled "Scream". Its the second track off the upcoming album "Looking For Myself", and like "Climax" it has a one word title. It makes me wonder if all the songs from the new album are going to be one word titles. If this is the case, I'm going to be looking for songs like "Moan", "Drip" or some sort of sexual innuendo.

Sabi - Where they do that at (Ft Wale) VIDEO

Check out Sabi, a LA based singer and her new music video "Where they do that at" featuring Wale. This is their second tandem together, following Wale's "Sabotage" Video. The video takes place in the L.A. river, as she vents about ill equipped lover, up until she runs into Wale and he rips the song with  his verse.

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Aubrey O'Day - Wrecking Ball

Aubrey O'Day, singer, actress, designer, and all around t.v personality has dropped a pretty good pop hit, "Wrecking ball". Her voice flows smooth and it almost has a little countryish feel to it, during the chorus. Since her split from Dannity Kane, Aubrey has made a name for herself while working alone. Seems like shes doing something right, as shes now in the Celebrity Apprentice which premiered in mid February.

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Nelly Furtado - Big Hoops (Bigger the Better)

Nelly Furtado is back and she's bringing some fire. This newly released track is smooth and has that aggressive girlish flow that she was known for. This is to be one of her showcase songs in her triumphant return album "The Spirit Indestructible" which has no official release date. She's She's been gone for some time, but this songs is as modern and mainstream as you can get, with her iconic urban pop she has poised herself for a strong return.
  
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Zee Avi - Swell Window & Concrete Wall

There's a lot of soul and spunk packed into this 25 year old singer/songwriter. The Malaysian beauty Zee Avi is definitely an old soul with a knack for groovy worldly sounds. Even though her sophomore album was released in August 2011 and she has performed at various music fests like Bonnaroo & Litlith Fair, it doesn't seem like Zee Avi gets the attention she deserves.

Emeli Sade- My Kind of Love + VIDEO

Emeli Sande is the next big think to come out of the UK Her single "My Kind of Love" is from her newly released album "Our Version of Events" which is set to drop June 5th in the U.S. The songs starts outs with a strong piano note and then Emeli kills it with her smooth and beautiful vocals mixed with fantastic highs and lows. The video is deep and portrays her softer side, taking an ill friend out for a joyride.

Jay Sean - Im All Yours (Ft Pitbull)

Wondering where YMCMB singer Jay Sean has been up to? Apparently making sick party tracks with "Mr. Worldwide" Pitbull! You know youre doing something good when your in the GQ april issue, congrats Pitbull. This song is a single from Jay Sean's upcoming album worth it all, which sounds like its gonna be good party based off this track. Expect this song to hit the clubs and radio fairly quickly.

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3LAU - HAUS Volume #1

The 21 yr old mash-up beast is at it again, releasing the first volume of HAUS. I listened to it and its literally 36:19 of PURE sex. 3LAU hasn't been on the scene long but he's already become one of the best mashup artist and is even comparable to Madeon, another mashup beast.