Although producer Rick Rubin adds Adele to his production list, the story still runs deeper.

“She rejected the original version of the album, which was solely produced by Rick Rubin, and proceeded to recut the bulk of the songs with other producers, including the Paul Epworth-helmed “Rolling in the Deep,” while co-writer Dan Wilson produced second single “Someone Like You.” Adele’s overruling of Rubin, who was not only a renowned producer but also Columbia’s Co-Chairman, turned out to be as brilliant as it was ballsy, further substantiating the foresight of label chief Steve Barnett in signing her, while deepening the perception that Rubin was a bust at Columbia.” (Hits Daily Double)

Key Track: Overdue

Lizbeth Rose is a new singer/songwriter from the suburbs of Philadelphia. She just released her EP pulling influences from Adele, Katy Perry, and Sara Bareilles.

Contact: pjmencel@gmail.com

Key Track: Fade Away

The Story: I received some new songs from Elisa, and I love it. It has hints of Owl City and Imogen Heap with catchy melodies and instrumentation. The new EP was produced by Gods Paparazzi/Lucian Walker who has produced and written songs for Sugar Ray, Alkaline Trio, Christian TV, The Deftones, among others. Elisa is a former member of Cobra Starship and has placed songs on “The Hills” “The City” “The Real World” “Tough Love” and other shows.

Contact: elisajordana@gmail.com

Key Track: ODT W. Dome & Otter

The Story: Twenty-one-year-old Chris ‘Trippz’ Michaud can be best described by the heavy hitters as unexpected. Trippz combines raw talent with hypnotic melodies provided by production duo The Young Boyz. Influences include Tycho, Kid Cudi, etc.

Contact: rushhourent@gmail.com

1. Ryan McAllister – Bell Tower
2. Glamour Of the Kill – Feeling Alive
3. Those Mockingbirds – Coast to Coast
4. Roman Holiday – The Long Way Home
5. Nicole Ferris – Just Don’t Matter
6. This Old Ghost – This lifeboat is for Gold, Not People
7. Danielle Barbe – Wango Tango
8. Mickey Shiloh – Pass Out