TOP 7 SONGS FOR YOUR iPOD

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It's about time you refresh your ears with seven new songs. Listen to hitmakers from outside the country and upcoming track from homegrown talent. We also recommend you to listen to unreleased songs of some of the great artists today. Here’s our best bet for your iPod or MP3 player.

1. "Home" by Daughtry
“Home” became more popular when American Idol 6 played the song whenever a finalist was booted out. As of this writing, American Idol 5 finalist Chris Daughtry and his band has climbed up to no. 5 from no. 13 last week in Billboard’s Hot 100. Daughtry is one of two AI 5 finalists (other being Katharine McPhee) who are making it big as recording artists.

2. "4 in the Morning" by Gwen Stefani
Gwen Stefani recently released her latest single, “4 in the Morning,” from her bestselling album The Sweet Escape. The song, which is currently in MTV’s Top 20, reminds us a lot of the golden days of No Doubt when they played “Don’t Speak.” It has that rock n' roll and melancholic effect. Stefani makes interesting music for the blank generation.

3. "Te Busque" by Nelly Furtado featuring Juanes
After making RnB hits like "Say It Right" and "Promiscuous," crossover success Nelly Furtado makes music inspired by her Latin roots. "Te Busque" is a heart-stomping play of hiphop and Latin music. The bilingual theme makes it livelier. South American superstar Juanes backs Furtado’s unique voice this time.

4. "Umagang Kay Ganda" by Bamboo
From Bamboo’s latest cover album We Stand Alone Together, the biggest band in the country relives the ‘80s hit of Tillie Moreno & Ray-an Fuentes. Of course, Bamboo has added their funk rock flavor into it. The song will definitely bring you back to memory lane.

5. "Earth Intruders" by Bjork
The purveyor of bizarre music is finally back with a brand new style. With the release of her latest album Volta, no. 1 in Billboard’s Digital Albums, Bjork uses a contemporary approach to indigenous instruments. Her tunes here are still out of this world, which Bjork fans would adore. For non-fans, you still have to be a patient listener. Critically-acclaimed producer Timbaland co-composed this song with the Icelandic chantress.

6. "Makes Me Wonder" by Maroon 5
Maroon 5 is once again the hottest band in America with the release of their second album. The first single “Makes Me Wonder” still has the remains of the first album but has more electronic beats. This song, currently no. 1 in Billboard’s Hot 100, defines sexy rock music.

7. "Before He Cheats" by Carrie Underwood
Carrie Underwood reintroduced country music to the Philippines. Because of the popularity of the American Idol champ, we now have Pinoy teenagers who appreciate her genre. This latest single is currently no. 8 in Billboard’s Hot 100. Girls will love definitely love the music video where Underwood smashes a guy’s car.

What do you think of these songs and what do you have in your player?