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Hilary Duff is back on the entertainment scene in a big way. She's part of the cast of the buzzed-about new dramedy Younger on TV Land (produced by Sex and the City big wig Darren Starr), and she's about to release her most mature and personal album to date. So on this New Music Monday, I'm introducing you to Hilary's spunky new song 'Sparks'. It's a touch of Britney, a touch of Katy, and written

Last summer, singer Adam Lambert stepped into the shoes of Freddy Mercury as the front man for Queen. Now, the one-time American Idol hopeful is back with a new song called 'Ghost Town'. Take a listen!

  Andrew McMahon may not be totally unknown to you if you're a fan of the act called Jack's Mannequin (they opened for Gavin DeGraw and Matt Nathanson last summer in Philly). McMahon was it's lead vocalist and primary songwriter. Now solo as Andrew McMahon In the Wilderness, the 32-year old singer has penned a super catchy new tune called 'Cecilia & The Satellite'. It's infectious tempo and st

Rihanna's new song 'American Oxygen' is very timely. It speaks of the American dream, which the Barbados-born beauty chased herself, while addressing some of the politically and racially motivated events of the last few years. Take a first listen and watch the powerful new video.

British songstress Katy Tiz first came to visit us at SoJO about a year ago, with her cover of Rock Mafia's 'The Big Bang'. Now the lively, free spirit is back with an anthem primed for springtime fun. Take a listen to 'Whistle (While You Work It)' on this New Music Monday!

Ladies, say hello to your new anthem. Newcomer Rachel Platten gives us 'Fight Song', and no matter your struggles in life, be they daily and trivial or earth-shattering, this tune will give you to inspiration and motivation to persevere. That's why I chose to introduce you to 'Fight Song' on this New Music Monday.

Tyler and Brian are getting us ready for the Summer of SoJO!  The duo known as Florida Georgia Line have given us an anthem for looking forward to warmer weather called 'Sun Daze'! Take a listen!

Jennifer Lopez is stepping off the dance floor and up to the mic with a powerful new ballad from the soundtrack to the new Jim Parsons/Rihanna animated movie Home. Take a first listen to 'Feel The Light'.

New Jersey's own Jacquie Lee captured our attention on Season 5 of The Voice. Now the teen in on the verge of releasing her debut album. It's first single 'Tears Fall' is a powerful piece of pop and super catchy. Jacquie checked in with SoJO during New Music Monday to chat with us exclusively about the song.

Nate Ruess has strayed from his band Fun. before, pairing with Pink for 'Just Give Me A Reason'. Now, as Fun. plots it's next move as a band, Ruess once again steps out on his own with the new single 'Nothing Without Love'.  Take a first listen!

What could be better than Beck's 'Loser' or Beyonce's 'Single Ladies'? A mashup of both songs called 'Single Loser (Put a Beck on It)', duh. Following Sunday night's Album of the Year Grammy Awards controversy and another cringe-worthy stage bombing, this blend makes perfect sense.  And maybe, just maybe, this will shut Kanye up.

It seems Beatle Paul McCartney brings out the best in Rihanna AND Kanye West.  A collaboration between the three sounds so much different than I ever expected.  Sir Paul's songwriting prowess is all over a new song called 'FourFiveSeconds'. Listen and tell us what you think.