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ANGELINA WAGNER STAFF WRITER/WEB EDITOR AMW722@CABRINI.EDU AND CHRJSTINAWILLJAMS STAFFWRITER CMW722@CABRINI.EDU

The end of the summer brought with it new music for the new school year. As with everything, there is something for everyone's ears.

Han so n-"Un derneath Acoustic"

The Hanson brothers went from "Mmmbop" to now their new acoustic CD release "Underneath Acoustic." The Hanson brothers, Isaac, Taylor and Zac, have been busy working on their new CD to follow "This Time Around." This acoustic CD features eight tracks that are mostly off their upcoming release "Underneath." They used their new acoustic CD to get their name out there and to show that their music has matured. Now with their acoustic tour, they're hoping they can accomplish this by playing at bars and clubs. The lyrics and melodies are enough to get you in the mood with songs such as "Strong Enough to Break" and "Hey." This was a special recording that the brothers did and it seems almost like an appetizer. Fans all over are waiting in anticipation for the upcoming release to finally hit shelves. Rumor goes that it may be released in early spring 2004. Until then, fans will just have to be satisfied with the acoustic goodness of "Underneath Acoustic." To purchase the CD visit http://store.hanson.net/ because it's not sold in stores.

Jason Mraz-"Waitin& for My Rocketto Come"

If witty, smart, catchy pop songs are what you long for then Jason Mraz's "Waiting for My Rocket to Come" is just your speed. His single "Remedy (I Won't Worry)" can be heard coming from car radios everywhere. The tracks give you polished lyrics based on a dynamic rhythm that sends your soul into flight.

Mraz was born in Virginia and has grown up listening to the likes of Dave Matthews Band and Agents of Good Roots. The CD was released in

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October 2002 and has proved to be a wonderful start for the young musician. It's evident the wide variety of styles that he uses throughout the CD. Just by listening to tracks such as "Curbside Prophet," the passion and talent spins into something worth getting stuck in your head for days on end. To check out more about Mraz go to http://www.jasonmraz.com/.

Mya-"Moodrin&"

Mya is no new comer to the music industry and her third album is a clear sign Mya knows what she is doing. On Tuesday, July 22, Mya released her third album titled "Moodring." Mya's third album is packed with upbeat songs one better than the next.

Mya is not alone on her third album. One of the biggest names in music, Sean Paul, can be found on Mya's third album along with Llyod Banks, and Gunz. "Moodring" is more of an adult album compared to Mya's last two albums. On the album there is even a song about an unexpected pregnancy, which couldn't be found on any of her other albums.

Just like many artists Mya had a hand in writing and co-producing "Moodring." Other producers on the album are Missy Elliott, who produced the single "My Love Is Like Wo," and Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis who produced two of the sixteen songs. "Moodring" definitely shows how much Mya has grown since releasing her first album in 1998.

Simple Plans- "No Pads, No Bemets Just Balls"

In March of 2003 Simple Plan released their debut album titled "No Pads, No Helmets .Just Balls."

The Canadian band has gotten recognition from friends such as Good Charlotte and Blink 182 who are two popular punk bands, and opening for Avril Lavigne definitely helps.

Even though Simple Plan has no writing credit on this album, listeners who pick up the album will easily relate to the lyrics. The songs on the album cover a small range of teenage issues from trying to please parents to feeling like they are all alone to how to get a girl that doesn't seem interested.

JessicaSimpson-"InThisSkin"

During the late summer, Jessica Simpson released her third album "In This Skin." Simpson writes more than half of the album and it is obvious by listening to the lyrics the main focus of her songs. Each and every song on the album is mostly about love with a few songs about being comfortable with others and themselves. It is obvious to see that Simpson is basing her music on her new marriage. Simpson's lyrics may be all about love but her voice is too powerful to be singing pop songs about eternal love. Simpson should be able to show off her singing ability not only to slow ballads but also to a few uptempo songs. The love songs are set to mostly mid-tempo music that causes the album to be a bit on the slow side.

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