Single Selections: Sheryl Crow

Sheryl Crow - Summer Day 4.5/5

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With Motown soul in its veins "Summer Day," is the definition of a classic summer pop song. Crow not only reminds us why we love her, but scores another summer single. Kicking Katy Perry's "California Gurls" ass right off the stage. It's pitch perfect for a summer day with friends and a beer. Enough said.

Gentlemen Husbands - Family Economics 4/5

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These Cobourg, Ontario natives channel rock infused with a bit of blues with surprising authority. Their lyrics speak to their blue collar surroundings with real depth and endless energy. It's good old rock, no doubt.

Brandon Flowers - Crossfire 2.5/5

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It's apparently en vogue for every mid-level rock band's lead singer to produce a solo record, following Kele of Bloc Party, and Julian Casablancas of The Strokes, into the fray. "Crossfire" fits into the Killers Sam's Town vain, but doesn't make much a splash for Flowers as a solo artist. But it leaves you wondering does Brandon Flowers really need The Killers or are The Killers really just Flowers?

Fefe Dobson - Ghost 2/5

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After a much delayed return, the synth driven, rock/pop Ghost hints at a more mature Fefe without straying too far from her signature angry snarl, wronged by another dirt bag. We were hoping for more of "Watch Me Move."

Maroon 5 - Misery 4/5

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"Misery" reads like its predecessor "Makes Me Wonder," with decidely more perky pop, funky bass lines, and a catchy chorus. Like it or not, the boys of Maroon 5 know how to hit the pop G-spot!