Best Rock Songs of 2013 (so far)

There's still plenty of time left in 2013, but the year is already off to a rocking start and we wanted to highlight the songs that we feel will remain staples on the playlists for the immediate future, as well as years to come.
To qualify for this list, the song itself had to make its impact in the year 2013, whether it comes from an album that was released this year or in 2012.
Hollow -- Alice in Chains
'Hollow' is just the type of gritty track that we've come to expect from the mighty AIC. It's the first single off the band's upcoming album 'The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here,' due in May. The addition of William DuVall hasn't hindered the band from creating that grinding, grungy sound of their heyday.

Earth Rocker -- Clutch
The lyric video for 'Earth Rocker' may look like it comes from another era, and you're not entirely losing your head if you think the song itself feels like a fist-pumping hard rock anthem from years past, but Clutch did record it in modern day. Fresh off tours with Thin Lizzy and Motorhead, the band felt inspired to write a fast, to-the-point rocker and this was the result. The song's got some blistering licks, some powerful drumming and frontman Neil Fallon lets out his best 'Buuuuaaaahhaaaaaa' for fans to enjoy.
Cut Me Some Slack -- Paul McCartney, Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic+Pat Smear
Debuted during the '12-12-12' benefit concert in December, 'Cut Me Some Slack' emerged as one of the most discussed collaborations in years. The track starts off with some heavy distortion from Pat Smear and some bluesy slide riffs from McCartney's cigar box guitar. Add in McCartney's well-worn vocals and a furious drum finish from Dave Grohl on the track and this song just plain rocks.
Youth Wasted -- The Bronx
After five years of devoting themselves to punk rock mariachi music, the Bronx are back with their raw brand of pop-sensible hardcore. 'The Bronx IV' album is packed with great tunes, but 'Youth Wasted' is one of its standout tracks. Packing a chorus with the lyrics, “Sometimes the best laid plans / Still end with blood on your hands,” the addictive nature of 'Youth Wasted' will cram your ears full of Bronx goodness.
Do Me A Favour -- Stone Sour
The Jim Root and Josh Rand guitars push the track along, while Roy Mayorga's powerful drumming give it the attitude it needs in parts. Meanwhile, Taylor delivers a brutally scathing tale about a person he calls “an anti-everything man, a scab on the lips of the lord.” The passion he brings to the vocals, along with its sing-along chorus, makes this one of 2013's first breakout songs.
True North -- Bad Religion
As one of punk rock's most consistent bands, Bad Religion have been making infectious music for over three decades. 'True North' is the title track of Bad Religion's 2013 album, and the old school feel of the song takes the listener back to the days of 'Suffer' while remaining crisp with the theme of perfecting one's moral compass.
Bohemian Rhapsody (Queen Cover) -- Puscifier
To attempt a cover of an all-time classic track that was sung by one of rock's greatest voices, Freddie Mercury, is a seriously tall order. However, Maynard James Keenan and the rest of Puscifer succeeded to create a solid tribute of Queen's 'Bohemian Rhapsody' while adding a slight twist in the process. Keenan's signature vocal embrace holds the cover up brilliantly, with the instrumental section of Puscifer delivering a tight performance that will compel music lovers to bang their head 'Wayne's World' style.

Source: Loudwire.com