DJ Teridactyl

Following annual tradition, I was ready to begin selecting the top 5 dance songs of 2011 this week. But when I was sifting through the releases of this past year, I only came up with rather uninspiring results (which is another reason for my lack of posts in recent months). I honestly had trouble finding five songs I felt worthy of this category, although there was at least one I knew I would be including here. So instead of 5, I present to you my personal favorite song to dance to of 2011: Cobra Starship's "You Make Me Feel." Hopefully you'll be dancing to this one somewhere at New Year's!

We've come to the last few days of 2011 when it's time to reflect on the year that was. And to help us with that is DJ Earworm's annual mashup of the top 25 hits of the past 12 months...

I've been keeping busier than usual these past couple months which has unfortunately kept me away from posting on here. But I'm delighted to report that I'll be returning to the turntables next month for a friend's wedding. And with that news, I also come bearing a new single by the one and only Sleigh Bells, off their forthcoming album, Reign of Terror. Enjoy!

They're at it again! And just as impressive as Part 1. Enjoy!

It's been a long time since I've seen such a creative music video, which makes sense once you hear that it is the first one directed by Spike Jones to be released this year. Add in the Beastie Boys and Santigold, and well, you've got music and video gold!

Less than a month ago, I was walking my dog Shorty on a Sunday morning, when I could hear a song by Rye Rye playing out in the street. I noticed a small production crew, and guessed that they were filming a music video, although I never got a clear view of the musical artist to be sure of who it was. Well, it looks like I was right! Didn't know Robyn was involved too, or I probably would have lurked around longer!

I can't tell you how excited I am right now!! I consider Tom Vek to be one of the best musicians of our time and to be told the news today (after 5 years of utter silence) that he has returned with a new album is truly the best announcement I could hear all month! Along with the news is already a video for the first single, "A Chore." Please enjoy!

This is truly Britney's best song off her latest album, Femme Fatale. I've had this one on my playlist everyday this past week, and the video that has premiered today to go along with it does not disappoint!

This is what happens when you get the day off from work. Was trying out the video mode on my new Canon Rebel, by dancing to one of my favorite songs by Empire of the Sun. My dog Shorty decided to make a special appearance as well.

Where to start? I'm not sure there are any words to describe this video. All I can say is that it mildly reminds of Michael Jackson's "Thriller", which for some is considered the best music video of all time. So has Lady Gaga succeeded in creating a masterpiece or an oddity? I still haven't decided...

PS: I at least love that unicorns and rainbows are making another appearance in here!

It's hard to go wrong when James Van Der Beek agrees to do a cameo in your video. Add in some Unicorn headed people and rainbows and you've got a winner on your hands. But then, it always helps if your song is good to start with! Ke$ha, you are doing the unthinkable and actually growing on me...

Lady Gaga's much anticipated new single "Born This Way" off her upcoming sophomore album of the same name, has just dropped! Love the message, but I can't shake how reminded I am of Madonna's "Express Yourself" when I listen to this! Do you agree?

As with The Junior Boys, Fitz & the Tantrums aren't necessarily new to the music scene, but as an emerging band, they're most likely still new to most people. Deriving from Los Angeles, this seven-piece band already has two albums under their belt. Their mix of Motown with Indie Rock is definitely catchy. Listen for yourselves!

Ke$ha has teamed up with none other than Andre 3000 for a remix of her song "Sleazy," off her EP Cannibal. Haven't heard Andre make a musical contribution in a while, so I have to give it up to Ke$ha for bringing him out of hiding! So far I'm digging this collaboration!

Kesha Ft. Andre 3000 - Sleazy (Remix)

The new music just keeps on coming! Lykke Li is back with a single off her upcoming sophomore album, Wounded Rhymes. Enchantingly melodic - just what you'd want to hear from her! Love it!

Lykke Li - I Follow Rivers

Britney Spears highly anticipated new single has arrived! As is the growing trend in Pop music these days, the single is heavily dance oriented, which in my world is not a bad thing! Can't say it rivals some of her previous hit songs, but it's good to have her back nonetheless!

A previously unreleased song by Katy Perry recently surfaced, and it sounds like a hit that's just waiting for some massive radio play! Can't see why it wasn't included on Teenage Dream. But have a listen to "Part of Me" below:

Katy Perry - Part of Me