MoneyGrabber wasn't a fluke. Contrary to its title, Out of My League, a colorfully catchy piece of '80s-inspired soul-pop, shows that the Los Angeles sextet is more than ready for the big leagues. It's the first single from the band's major-label debut, More Than Just A Dream, expected May 7. - Brian Mansfield
THE PLAYLIST
USA TODAY music critic Steve Jones highlights 10 intriguing tracks found during the week's listening.
Money, Lady
The soulful duo of Nicole Wray and Terri Walker revels in its independence on the first single from the self-titled album.
West Side Girl, Bilal
Bilal delivers a bubbling slice of retro funk on this party starter from his upcoming album, A Love Surreal.
Bad Girl, Rebel Rose featuring Pusha T
"The hottest chick" has Rose screaming that "somebody better call the law" on this edgy rock and hip-hop mashup.
Lighters Up, Snoop Lion
Snoop (formerly Dogg) is joined by Mavado and Popcaan on the call for unity from his upcoming reggae album, Reincarnated.
It's All Over Your Body, Jose James
This laid-back, horn-kissed groove is just one of the gems from the jazz singer/songwriter's stunning debut, No Beginning, No End.
Financial Freedom, 50 Cent
The rapper celebrates the 10th anniversary of breakthrough album Get Rich or Die Tryin with this spare track proclaiming he's made it.
I.O.U., Luke James
The latest from the first-time Grammy nominee is a smooth ballad showing his appreciation for the woman who has stuck with him.
Upper Echelon, Talib Kweli
Erudite Brooklyn rhymer sets the bar high for rap, which he says has been lacking in recent years, on this track from his forthcoming Prisoner of Conscious.
Carnival of Venice, Ryan Leslie
The multi-talented Leslie puts on his rapper hat to extol the high-rolling fast life on this track from his upcoming Black Mozart EP.
Fire, Ohio Players
R.I.P. Leroy "Sugarfoot" Bonner, whose band set dance floors aflame with this 1974 funk burner.
