DATE NIGHT PLAYLIST
A Fine Frenzy: “One Cell in the Sea.’’ Twenty-two-year-old Alison Sudol executes hypnotic piano arrangements under classic American melody resulting in alluring songs with the power to reach around the world. Listen to Sudol’s soothing vocals to undoubtedly have a positive effect on your summer rendezvous.

GIRL’S-NIGHT-OUT PLAYLIST
Lily Allen: “Alright, Still.’’ Labeled as “electropop,” Lily flexes girl muscles with flowing and matter-of-fact lyrics like these lines sung in “Knock 'Em Out.”
“Can’t knock ’em out, can’t walk away,
“Try desperately to think of the politest way to say,
“Just get out my face, just leave me alone,
“And no you can’t have my number,
“Why?’
“Because I’ve lost my phone.”

POOLSIDE AND/OR SEASIDE PLAYLIST
Amy Winehouse: “Back in Black.’’ Erykah Badu meets Joss Stone. Influenced by Mary J. Blige and Aretha Franklin, Winehouse’s music is truly retro soul. Gritty and street-wise lyrics combined with groovy piano and drum combinations supply the must-have girl tunes that you’ll find yourself nodding your sun-burnt head to.

DRIVING PLAYLIST
Avril Lavigne: “The Best Damn Thing.’’ Lavigne doesn’t disappoint with get-up-and-go melodies and lyrics that will be sure to make you dance in your driver’s seat. Still bratty and sassy, Avril makes your want to climb on the roof of your car and sing loud … really loud.

LAZY DAYS PLAYLIST
Brandi Carlile: “The Story.’’ This year’s “KT Tunstall,” Brandi Carlile teams up with twin brothers to play melodies that will touch your core and fuse to your brain. Carlile’s music is moody and heartfelt, yet amazingly uplifting. The title track of this album is an anthem you’ll undoubtedly program for “repeat.’’

GETTING-OVER-THE-SUMMER-FLING PLAYLIST
Rihanna: “Good Girl Gone Bad.’’ All right girls, light some candles and play “Rehab’’ on your music player. Although this track is straight-up singing the blues, every track on this album has an ideal time and place for your summer plans.

SHAKE YOUR TAILFEATHER PLAYLIST
Pink: “P!nk Remix EP.’’ Pink “brings it” again this year with a remixed album you can’t help but dance to. Showcasing her past hits, Pink mixes it up with no disappointment. Isn’t it time to resurrect those dance shoes?

JAZZ IT UP PLAYLIST
Chrisette Michele: “I Am.’’ Feel the mellow vibe of this freshman release for 24-year-old Michele. Inspired by gospel and jazz, this is one up-and-coming lady that you want to keep you eyes (and ears) on. This album is a great choice for candlelit dinner parties and gatherings.

LOVER’S ONLY PLAYLIST
Colbie Caillat: “Coco.’’ Touring with The Goo Goo Dolls this summer, Colbie Caillat will make you a believer. With a voice like honey and sweetheart lyrics, tracks like Bubbly and Realize makes you want to give love in large doses. Caillat obviously learned a lot from her daddy, Ken Caillat, who co-produced “Rumors’’ by Fleetwood Mac. Cuddle up with your sweetie, light a candle and kick back to this 22-year-old breath of fresh air.

LOCAL’S ONLY PLAYLIST
Lyndsey Battle: “The Prototype.’’ Hometown girl does Pensacola proud. Battle’s music is ideal for the beach venues, which she plays frequently. This acoustic singer-songwriter is the modern version of Joni Mitchell. Battle’s sultry voice forces you to close your eyes, dig your toes in the sand and sip on a cold drink. Check out local tour dates on www.lyndseybattle.com.

DON’T-LET-YOUR-MAMA-HEAR-THIS PLAYLIST (AKA SPICY PLAYLIST)
Tila Tequila: “Sex.’’ Finding her fame on MySpace, this is one hot lady, so keep your men away! Tequila’s risqué lyrics and unparalleled rap puts her on the top of the “hide from mama” music charts. Regardless of her X-rated antics, Tequila’s music is hot, hot, hot … and found only on MySpace.

HAPPY 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY, SPICE GIRLS!
Britain was a proud mama when the Spice Girls released Wannabe across the pond in 1997. The single topped the music charts and their album Spice is recorded as the No. 1 selling album of the year in the United States. The Spice Girls are launching a World Tour in December of this year in LA. Visit www.thespicegirls.com to enter the ticket lottery. Isn’t it time to sing “if you wanna be my lover…” again?

To find any of these artists visit your favorite pay-per-download site. Or be old-school and stop in at an array of Pensacola’s record and CD stores.

Regardless of your social plans, charge up your MP3 players and plug in your sub-woofers, ladies. These sizzling playlists will take you well into the arctic months.