The Best Summer Barbecue Mix Tape

This catchy, post grunge song will have you humming and swaying along as you load your hot dog with mounds of mustard and onions.

Duality by Bayside

Bayside had been coined as an emo band, but I prefer to think of them as an indie rock band. I'm positive you'll agree when you here this tune.

Sun's Gonna Rise by Citizen Cope

This song is definitely upbeat, and combines a hip-hop style with a bit of island flavor with a twist of some soulful blues. You'll feel like your sitting on a beach in sunny California listening to this song.

Anytime by Eve 6

Now we heat up the mix with a bit of punk-pop. Eve 6 may be yesterday's news, but their late 90's hits are still relevant today. You can find this track on the Out Cold album.

Three Days Later by FM Static

This is the perfect summer hit, full of romance and high school confusion. FM Static's lyrics and pop-punk beats will have you hitting the repeat button, more than once.

C'mon by Go Betty Go

It's time to give the boys a break and bring in a punk-pop all-girl band. Go Betty Go is a slower paced and less hard hitting band with soothing yet fun lyrics and melodies.

The Queen and I by Gym Class Heroes

Turn up the barbecue a notch with this hip-hop, dance track. There's no doubt that everyone will enjoy this well-played radio tune.

California by Hawk Nelson

This catchy tune will have you wishing you were in California.

Here in Your Arms by HelloGoodbye

Here's a catchy techno-ish dance song that will keep your toes tapping while you catch up with old friends.

She's Got to Go by Hotspur

If you've heard of this band it has probably been on The Hills. This song has dark and sexy undertones but upbeat enough to keep the crowd from falling asleep.

Tell Me What Are We Gonna Do Now by Joss Stone

This summery, soulful love song will have all the couples in the room holding hands and slow dancing in each others arms.

Lips Like Morphine by Kill Hannah

This emo-punk-electro band is unusual at best, but their songs are surprisingly catchy. Check this one out and if you feel adventurous check out their song Kennedy as well.

Mr. Brightside by The Killers

One of my favorite sing-a-long songs and I'm sure you're guests will agree when they hear this peppy, glam track.

She Moves In Her Own Way by The Kooks

It's time to slow it down a bit with this clever, witty song from the pop-rock band, The Kooks. You can't help but have a smile on your face with this song playing in the background.

Ready Aim Misfire by New Years Day

Its rare when a genuinely good girl band comes along, so thank goodness for New Years Day. We'll give the boys a rest for the second time on the CD and give this upbeat, heartbreaking song a listen.

Here It Goes Again by Ok Go

No, it's not time to get your Guitar Hero on. It's time to kick back and listen to a great hit and reminisce about playing this song on Guitar Hero.

Must Have Done Something Right by Relient K

This Christian band knows how to make good music. Their lyrics are stunning and their upbeat melodies always call for that feel good vibe.