Thousand Foot Krutch
(Tooth & Nail/EMC)

Rap-rock experiences its latest evolution as Thousand Foot Krutch deliver "RawkFist." The single's hip-hop influence is apparent in the song's verses (imagine rapper Nelly, famous for his sing-song raps, on an agressive tip), but the chorus is definitely rock. Says vocalist-guitarist Trevor McNevan about the song, "It's got a classic rock and hip-hop vibe to it. 'RawkFist' reflects what we're like live —we have a lot of energy and a lot of fun."

Sales for the Toronto band's album Phenomenon continue to gain steam, and the single is already making waves at Active Rock. The song has the potential to cross over to Pop as well.