Lauren Stern is a born and raised Jersey girl with a huge passion for music. She recently graduated from Rutgers University with a degree in Journalism and Media Studies and Philosophy. When she is not writing, she is at the shore promoting Townsquare Media's radio stations. You can follow her on twitter @laurenpstern.
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Smashing Pumpkins – Superhero Songs
'The End Is the Beginning Is the End'
In an interview with MTV, Smashing Pumpkins’ Billy Corgan explained how he connected with Batman on this track. “For me, it was a great kind of artistic thing to do because it was very freeing,” he said. “I wasn’t talking about myself or trying to represent the Smashing Pumpkins. I was trying to represent Batman.”
Temper Trap – Superhero Songs
'Peter Parker's Alter Ego'
Unlike some of the other songs in this list, the Temper Trap's 'Peter Parker's Alter Ego' -- found on the band's 2006 self-titled EP -- may not be as well-known. But we have to give it props for its embodiment of the web-shooting slinger we all know and love.
Remy Zero – Superhero Songs
'Save Me'
The Remy Zero song 'Save Me' definitely has an adolescent Clark Kent kinda vibe, so we're not surprised that it was chosen to be featured on the Superman-inspired series 'Smallville.' What was not surprising either was that the song and the band took off after the show's 2001 premiere.
Expedia ‘Find Yours’ 2012 Commercial – What’s the Song?
Expedia's new commercial centers around their 'Find Yours' campaign, which promotes the use of their site to find the perfect vacation. To accompany their message, the company has chosen a song by a French electronic band as its anthem.
Michelob Ultra ‘Today Was a Good Day’ 2012 Commercial – What’s the Song?
The music of Young the Giant is the perfect fit for Michelob Ultra's new commercial, which shows four active adults enjoying the company's new light beer.
Weezer’s ‘Blue Album’ Getting Reissued Again
Weezer's all about nostalgia lately. So it's no surprise that their notorious first release, 'The Blue Album,' is getting reissued for the second time. The debut -- responsible for the band's success, and originally released in May 1994 -- will hit the shelves once again on Aug. 13. This re-re-release is part of Universal's Back to Black push, a stream of classic launches to celebrate the 60th a
R.E.M. – Superhero Songs
'Superman'
R.E.M.'s single 'Superman' is actually a cover of a 1969 song with the same title by a Texas band called the Clique. Frontman Michael Stipe was not thrilled about covering the song, and as a result bassist Mike Mills took over as lead vocalist for this track only.
Can You Guess the Artist in This Yearbook Photo?
This handsome fella grew up in Petroskey, Mich. before going on to become a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter. Think you can identify who is featured in this yearbook photo? If you can't just yet, read on for some more hints.
Can You Guess the Artist in This Yearbook Photo?
This adorable teen would go on to become one of America's most lovable indie songstresses. Think you can identify who is featured in this yearbook photo? If you're stumped, read on for some more hints.