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This Tennessee-based trio takes the name 33Miles out of deference for the life of Jesus, who is said to have lived just 33 years. Making the most of our time on earth is a thought the runs through this track from the group’s self-titled debut. “One Life to Love” carries a country twang underneath the gospel and classic rock aspirations.

Joel Auge is the former frontman for the group Hewit. On his own, Auge’s mixture of worship music and emotional alt-rock rings makes a solid case for being one of the highlights of 2008. The album mixes up folk and pop with piano pop and Auge’s own transcendent vocals.

Addison Road are a Christian band from Texas who are fronted by vocalist Jenny Simmons. The group’s sound is a mixture of shiny, well-produced harmonies, touches of soul, and (at least on this week’s free single) a touch of the Fab Four’s later years. Imagine a female fronted Maroon 5 and you’ll understand the kind of energy being put together here.

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