After a few months where it seemed like pop music was hibernating, things have definitely picked up. I’ve got more than enough great music to create a Spring mix. Here are a few of the tracks to make the cut:

– Bright Light Bright Light “A New Word To Say” – I don’t remember whether Fizzy Pop or XOLondon gets first credit for bringing this to my attention, but they both deserve an award for having great taste, because this song is brilliant. The way this struck me on first listen reminds me of the first time I heard songs by the Thompson Twins, Howard Jones and Eurogliders back in the 80s. It’s an electronic song with an organic soul, and the melody, vocals and production come together to create an upbeat, light (in a good way) and fun track. Too bad the general public cannot be trusted to make a song of this quality a hit. In the meantime, head over to BLx2’s website and pick up the track for free (registration required).

– Jenna Andrews “Tumblin’ Down” – Think Corrine Bailey Rae with a bit more bass, and you’ll have a good picture of Jenna’s debut single. “Tumblin” also has a lot of Erykah Badu influence as well, but without all of the heavy baggage. She’s signed to Def Jam Island, and based off of this initial sample, I can see why. And guess what? You can pick up this track for free as well. Enjoy!

– Sia “Clap Your Hands (Fred Falke Edit)” – If there is one remixer out there who is not getting enough respect from the mainstream, it’s Fred Falke. Following killer remixes for folks like the Gossip (“Heavy Cross”), LaRoux (“Bulletproof”), Will Young (“Tell Me the Worst”) and Mini Viva (“I Left My Heart in Tokyo”), he has now put his touch on Sia’s “Clap Your Hands”. The song in its original form is fun and perky, but Falke’s remix gives it a depth missing from the original mix. Please let Sia break through with this new album…

– Toni Braxton “Make My Heart (Chris Malinchak Indigo Mix)” – I am all about Toni’s Pulse, which came out on Tuesday. Highlights for me include the back-to-form ballad “Woman”, and the mid-tempo “Wardrobe”, which shows her having fun with a song you could hear Jordin Sparks singing once she’s grown. My favorite track remains floor-filler “Make My Heart”, and that love is perpetuated through this mix. Please let Toni come back with this new album…