Runner’s Pick: Dog Days Are Over [Steve Pitron & Max Sanna Remix] (2010) Artist: Florence + the Machine It’s hard to get away from this track.  Whether it’s in Julia Roberts’ latest, Eat Pray Love, or totally redone in true Glee form, Florence and the Machine have finally arrived in the U.S. with this upbeat … Read more →

Runner’s Pick: Overpowered [Seamus Haji Remix] (2010) Artist: Róisín Murphy When I think that I’m over you … I’m overpowered. This song about an unbreakable kinetic connection is definitely one to check out. It’s got a slightly dark haunting feel to it and a thumping bass beat that keeps you moving.  How many songs can … Read more →

Album: The Constant (2010) Artist: I Blame Coco Ever wondered what rock you’ve been under?  Sting has a daughter whose making music?  And it’s good music?  How do you miss something like this? Italian-born “Coco” is the child of Gordon Sumner and Trudie Styler—and she’s more than just the daughter of a legend.  She’s got … Read more →

Album: Loud (2010) Artist: Rihanna She’s back and sounding good on her fifth studio album, Loud.  From the sweet, romantic California King Bed to the almost P!nk feel of Cheers (Drink to That), Rihanna is shining on her new collection and working with talent such as Taio Cruz, David Guetta, Ne-Yo, Timbaland, and more. The … Read more →

Runner’s Pick: Take Over Control [Radio Edit] (2010) Artist: Afrokack Feat. Eva Simons Sometimes you just need a song that has a singable chorus and thumping beats to keep you moving through your run.  Take Over Control delivers just that. It’s catchy and easy to get lost in. About a minute into the song, you … Read more →

Runner’s Pick: White Knuckle Ride [Seamus Haji Radio Edit] (2010) Artist: Jamiroquai Jamiroquai is back and sounding strong on the promo single from his November 1 release Rock Dust Light Star. Described by the band as a “hi-octane retrospective,” White Knuckle Ride is a funky song about life’s pressures and dealing with it all.  It’s … Read more →

There’s lots of new energy out there. This playlist features the recent radio airplay hits from Rihanna, P!nk, and Far East Movement—as well as some higher energy tracks that are a little less mainstream. Too bad iTunes doesn’t have the Fred Falke Radio Edit of Shampain. It adds that little boost that the song needs … Read more →

Runner’s Pick: Loca [Freemasons Remix] (2010) Artist: Shakira Feat. Dizzee Rascal Columbian superstar Shakira is back and she’s having fun. Her latest, Loca, is a carefree, kinetic tune that makes you want to shake your hips too. The lead single from her October release Sale el Sol/The Sun Comes Out, it’s opening directive is “dance … Read more →

Runner’s Pick: Hands (2010) Artist: The Ting Tings The British pop duo known for That’s Not My Name is back with a retro 80s-feeling song that works really well for a run. The throwback vibe and mellow upbeat feel make it great for maintaining an even keel during exercise. The video appeared on YouTube on … Read more →

Runner’s Pick: Not Giving Up On Love (2010) Artist: Armin van Buuren & Sophie Ellis-Bextor It’s been nearly 10 years since Sophie Ellis-Bextor gave us the dancefloor hit Murder on the Dancefloor.  That track was enough to make me a permanent fan and keep me following her.  It was also on dance charts for more … Read more →