Dig a little deeper into current album releases beyond what you hear on the radio. These are 10 of the most outstanding recent album tracks from top pop releases.
1. Jonas Brothers - "Lovebug"
Courtesy Hollywood Records
This unassuming little love ditty is one of the most charming of all of the engaging songs on the Jonas Brothers' smash album A Little Bit Longer.
2. Duffy - "Stepping Stone"
Courtesy Mercury
Duffy's vocal talents will continue to impress as you dig a little deeper into her work with this lightly swinging, melancholy ballad.
3. Daddy Yankee - "Pa-Kumpa"
Courtesy Machete Records
Daddy Yankee roars back with another club stomper.
4. Mamma Mia Cast - "Voulez-Vous"
Courtesy Decca
The whole cast joins in here on one of the utterly charming ABBA remakes from the soundtrack to the huge hit movie Mamma Mia.
5. New Kids on the Block - "New Kids on the Block 2008 Mega Mix"
Courtesy Sony
A New Kids on the Block greatest hits collection appeared this past week as a warmup to a new studio album in September. This mega mix will remind you of the group's past peak moments.
6. Yung Berg featuring Lloyd - "Manager"
Courtesy Epic
Yung Berg is expert at sweetly sexy hip-hop pop. Here soulful singer Lloyd lends a hand.
7. Coldplay - "Life in Technicolor"
Courtesy Capitol Records
If you need a reminder of the instrumental charm of Coldplay.
8. Extreme - "Star"
Courtesy Open E Records
Best remembered for the sweet ballad "More Than Words," Extreme come roaring back showing they are also a rock band.
9. Lil Wayne - "Dr. Carter"
Courtesy Cash Money Records
Yes, "Lollipop" may be ruling the radio airwaves, but this track proves Lil' Wayne is capable of much more.
10. John Mayer - "Gravity" Live
Courtesy Sony
A live recording of John Mayer playing one of his personal favorites from his own work.
