Past in Present

Song: "Past in Present"
Artist: Feist
Album: The Reminder

Every time I hear Feist's music, I'm reminded (no pun intended) of how awesome she is. If you haven't heard her or heard of her, do yourself a favor and remedy that.

Who Could Care Less?

Song: "Battle of Who Could Care Less"
Artist: Ben Folds Five
Album: Whatever & Ever Amen

It was funny at the time that Ben Folds called his band "Five" when in fact there was just him and two other dudes. But either way, this to me is his best album...there is not a bad song on it, and it's just chock full of brash, witty, and fun piano alt-pop.

Monday Morning Rock

Song: "Monday Morning Rock"
Artist: Marshall Crenshaw
Album: Field Day

I was turned on to Marshall Crenshaw back in the mid to late '80's, and his simple pop/rock melodies and arrangements were and still are incredible to me. This song is appropriate for today since it's Monday.

305

Song: "305"
Artist: The Southland
Album: Influence of Geography

Amazing, amazing alt-pop from Los Angeles. This album came out a few years back but I keep hoping the band will come out with something new.

China Crisis

Song: "Bigger the Punch I'm Feeling"
Artist: China Crisis
Album: Flaunt The Imperfection

I loved this album by this band.....it's poppy and jangly and full of super cool melodies, and the singer has a really unique voice.

UFO

Song: "Cherry"
Artist: UFO
Album: Obsession

A few tracks from my favorite UFO album, Obsession, are finally available on iTunes, including this melodic rocker. These guys never got the recognition they deserved.

Hold On

Song: "Hold On"
Artist: Santana
Album: The Essential Santana

This is one of my favorite Santana songs of all-time, and it was the start of what you might call Carlos' pop era, but before he started having stars like Rob Thomas sing his songs. Great guitar work too, as always.