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TONIGHT
Jonas Brothers
A Little Bit Longer

... as the morning sun begins to rise we're fading fast and we won't work this out...

There’s not much to say about Tonight other than it is the promotional single for the Jonas Brothers’ 3D concert experience released in theaters this month. Like most of the tracks on A Little Bit Longer, Tonight is an upbeat rave that levels down somewhere in between disposable, hook-centered pop and the substance-heavy classic rock. However, as frivolous a power pop tune it may be, the single still comes off as a chart fodder, guaranteed to garner airplay and downloads for the next few weeks, just because. It's fun to watch its music video though.

A LITTLE TOO NOT OVER YOU
David Archuleta
David Archuleta

... aren't memories supposed to fade...

Still on disposable pop, Archuleta releases A Little Too Not Over You as his second single off his debut album. He proved that he can actually pull off something contemporary with the majestic Crush. It was amazing to hear his voice soar alongside a more rhythmic melody. However, Archuleta chose a song that is so safe that it borders on being too bland and forgettable. His vocal capability is still unquestionable, and he still manages to exude the sincerity and boyish charm that works well with puppy love anthems such as this. Thing is, the song loses its appeal after the first few repeats. A Little Too Not Over You is more of a record filler than an actually single. At this stage of his career and with a talent like his, Archuleta should focus on longevity more than anything else. The finer pieces like Running, or You Can would have kept him on track in an industry where momentum is everything.

HOW DO YOU SLEEP? (REMIX)
Jesse McCartney feat. Ludacris
Departure: Recharged

... how do you stay awake knowing all I do is think of you...

Jesse McCartney's emergence as a true blue Top 40 artist in 2008 was overlooked in lieu of the overrated releases from the Rihannas and Sasha Fierces of the industry. Following the dismal performance of his follow up to his breakthrough single Leavin', the third release How Do You Sleep? promises to deliver the same urban-tinged pop sound which marks the winning sound of Departure, McCartney's strongest album to date. His voice bounces merrily to the infectious beats rendering the otherwise somber message sugarcoated. Released as a remixed version which features rapper Ludacris, How Do You Sleep is indeed a contender for this year's summer hit.