It wouldn't be the beginning of summer without a recommended playlist from yours truly, a suggested soundtrack to use during those long-ass road trips, those family barbecues, those sunscreen-filled jaunts to the beach. As you'll see, along with some up-and-comers, there are a few artists included here that I'd normally banish from my iPod, but they've somehow managed to produce some catchy - albeit disposable - tunes that don't make my ears bleed. So stop what you're doing and take note while I present to you Volume 1 (don't fret - at the rate I've been downloading, Volume 2 isn't far behind)... 1. "Monster" by Lady Gaga 2. "Commander" by Kelly Rowland feat. David Guetta 3. "Next Best Thing" by Nikki & Rich 4. "This Ain't a Love Song" by Scouting for Girls: 5. "Just Say Yes" by Snow Patrol 6. "Break Your Heart" Taio Cruz feat. Ludacris 7. "Downboy" by No Angels: 8