Michelle Branch

It's never easy for a pop star to make a political statement without stirring up controversy, especially during an election season. Just ask Kelly Clarkson, whose recent Twitter support for Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul sparked a mini-firestorm of protest among her followers.

It's been awhile since we last heard anything from Michelle Branch, and it's been even longer since we last heard anything Top 40 come from her. But it's what she does best, so she couldn't stay away forever -- and her brand new single, 'Loud Music,' is no exception.