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    Another young, talented Chicago band, The White Tie Affair has released their debut album. The catchy rock and electronic tunes utilize some clever lyrics and will get you excited for any situation. However, most of us would agree, you wouldn't actually play this at a white tie affair.

    The Rocket Summer has just come out with their new album, "Do You Feel." This upbeat pop and keyboard rock will never leave your head. Also, check out their last full length release, "Hello, Good Friend."

    Your guitar will gently weep* while your iPod steals the show with this Bloomingdale's Exclusive. This limited edition Beatles iPod Set includes a numbered 120GB iPod w/ etchings, 13 original Beatles' CDs, two masters, the "Love" CD and an engraved guitar pick. Only 2,500 of these limited edition sets are available.

    * Yeah, we went there.

    This country-rock band from Texas has just released a new album, and the self-titled release sticks with the tried-and-true method that has gotten them to the current national stage. Even if country music isn't your thing, give them a listen, and trust us: the fiddle is especially enjoyable.

    When Margot and the Nuclear So and So's were signed by Epic, they agreed to make a compilation album that consisted of old tracks from their previous label, along with new music from their vinyl only release 'Animal!' The resulting album from the eight-member band is a genre-defying blend of soft beats and multiple layers of intricate sounds.

    Critics call Scream and Light Up the Sky "A beautifully ragged collection of subtle indie pop with hints of Americana, Britpop, and punk." The Honorary Title originated in Brooklyn, NY and has begun to hit the masses with their newest album. Have a listen.

    The new album by singer/songwriter Matt Wertz is now available from Amazon and iTunes. His first major studio album is well deserved after years as a struggling independent artist. Take a listen and check him out on tour as well!

    The newest underage hip-hop phenom is here. Wiz Khalifa, a 19 year old from Pittsburgh, combines smooth lyrics with bass-laden electronic beats that will make you want to be cutting up rugs with that special someone. "Make It Hot," his newest single, is trying to follow the mainstream success of his last single "Say Yeah." Debut album coming soon.

    His timeless voice has always created hit music. Now he records his best renditions of other artists' tunes, some of which you may have heard at one of his concerts. "Covers" by James Taylor has just been released after being recorded with his band in a Massachusetts barn. How sweet it is.

    You may have not heard of her yet, but Erin McCarley is the new shining star at Universal Republic. Her beautiful sound was a hit at SXSW in Austin, the first single has already been featured on the show One Tree Hill, and she has recently been on tour with singer/songwriter Joshua Radin. The full length album comes out next month. And did we mention her stunning looks?