Summer Music Picks

Want some new music for your earbuds?
Here's some select CD's straight from mine.
For a lot of you, you may have even been listening to these LAST summer. But if you missed out on all the great tunes, listen up.
(Links require iTunes 7 ... Free download here)

Snow Patrol - Eyes Open
Get ready for some deep & musical songs that will be in your head for days. Literally.

Ok Go - Oh No
Ok Go makes great, catchy songs whether they're upbeat and jumpy, or slow and mellow. Clever lyrics and funny stories will fill you with delight.

Panic! at the Disco - A Fever You Can't Sweat Out
Clever mixes of different instruments including violins, synthesizers, and pianos with the often used electric guitars and drum sets make one hell of a delight on the ears. And you can't forget about the great lyrics.

Switchfoot - Oh! Gravity
Meaningful lyrics, catchy melodies, and funny thoughts.

What's your favorite CD's? Email us at blurbshiftalerts@yahoo.com w/ a little diddy on why you like it! We'll even post it right here!

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