A-trak, Birdman, and Drake- Loonies to Blow

The year 2010 is shaping up to be a prime year for A-trak. Stop me if I have said this before, but the Montreal native is finally moving up in the world. This thumping remix of Birdman and Drake's "Money to Blow" gives an account of what A-trak is all about. The synth groove is so '90s it hurts and the drums will ignite any dance floor within minutes. A-trak has been turning hip-hop and rap songs into club bangers for a while now, and this remix is where people will begin to take notice. Look for the Dirty South Dance Vol. 2 in March.

Mr. Hudson feat. Kanye West- Anyone but him

Mr. Hudson is swinging for the fences with this one. The man obviously does not have the vocal talents of Robin Thicke, but much like Mr. Thicke backed by Pharell Williams, Hudson has strong production behind him. The guitar riff, the mid-tempo drums, and the grooving bass line will definitely have heads nodding. Lyrically it is not half bad, Hudson proclaims, "I'd rather hear you had the whole football team, then watch his filthy lips on your skin," and the anthem style hook has Hudson working with top 40 potential.

The Wonder Years- Melrose Diner

Personally pop punk I was fine without you, but every time I try to leave you alone, you pull me right back in. The Wonder Years give me a reason to believe this genre will always offer something, "Melrose Diner" is filled with angst, speed, and catchy lyrics. If you were wondering about the break down, present, drug reference, present, lost love, present. If you need a visit to nostalgia, "Melrose Diner" will take you there for just long enough and cover all the bases.

By Ryan Thomas

Arts and Entertainment Editor

Major: Political Science; Journalism: News Editorial