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. The Verve - "Appalachian Springs"
Courtesy MRI Associated
The Verve pull out all the majesty of their classic British rock sound here in a more than 7 minute opus. Richard Ashcroft's vocals are a highlight.
2. M.I.A. - "Bird Flu"
Courtesy Interscope
Move beyond the hit single "Paper Planes" with this outstanding example of the underground dance sound of M.I.A.
3. Usher featuring will.i.am - "What's Your Name"
Courtesy Jive Records
5. The Academy Is... - "Beware! Cougar!"
Courtesy Fueled By Ramen
Musically it's a bit of a change of pace, but "Beware! Cougar!" is a perfect example of the wit in music from power pop of The Academy Is...
6. The Game featuring LaToya Williams - "Never Can Say Goodbye"
Courtesy Geffen
The Game pays tribute to the powerful fallen trio of Tupac Shakur, The Notorious B.I.G., and Eazy-E
7. Slipknot - "Snuff"
Courtesy Roadrunner
The fierce metal band slow things down here for an appealing rock ballad.
9. Eva Cassidy - "Somewhere"
Courtesy Blix Street
More gems are still being uncovered over a decade after Eva Cassidy's death. This is self-penned composition.
10. 3 Doors Down - "Train"
Courtesy Universal
Powerful Southern style rocker that kicks off 3 Doors Down's latest self-titled album.
