Single Minded: New Tracks From Nikki Sixx, Cartel, M.I.A., Rilo Kiley and Swizz Beatz
 

Every Tuesday Single Minded highlights new tracks hitting stores (or the Web) this week. On Fridays, come back for rarities, remixes, mash-ups and more.
Nikki Sixx, “Life is Beautiful” [Heroin Diaires MySpace]
Mötley Crüe bassist documents destructive power of heroin in a song that recalls Papa Roach — making it the first anti-drug single to ever inspire drug use.
Cartel, “Lose It” [Cartel’s Official Site]
Recorded while the band was locked in a bubble, cruelly cut off from the rest of the world. Unlike every other emo band, who just think they are.
M.I.A, “Boyz” [M.I.A. Official Site]
Every so often, the blogs get one right. Also, boasts visual effects by Strong Bad.
Rilo Kiley, “Silver Lining” [Rilo Kiley MySpace]
Finally, a new Dido single!
Swizz Beatz feat. Coldplay, “Part of the Plan” [Swizz Beatz MySpace]
Further proof that the caliber of rock/rap collaborations has dipped precipitously. Hot Tip: We hear Chris DeBurgh isnt doing a whole lot these days.
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