I've heard some pretty crappy music lately but my latest obsession is Rascal Flatts. I really like: To Make Her Love Me, While You Loved Me and Forever. I've been a fan for awhile now but I've never been to any of their concerts. I bet that would be a good one to go to.
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From the Cars soundtrack, I like Life is a Highway -- covered by Rascal Flats. I can't remember who did it originally.
There is a few other good songs out right now, I am not sure of the singers, but they are good when I hear them on the radio, did I mention my memory sucks these days?
I think it all depends on the niche and how well you love a particular artist. I tend to prefer the kind that do produce albums frequently rather than be seasonal.