The new single from Lonestar is special in at least one way - the group debuts their new lead singer to country radio. With the addition of Cody Collins, the band has adopted the new slogan, "the future is now." In fact, the new album will be called The Future. Well, Cody sure brings the youth feel and look to a band that's been around for over a decade.

Well, I have to say that "Let Me Love You" doesn't showcase a new sound for radio, though it may be something fresh for Lonestar fans. Gone, it seems, are the days of "Mr. Mom" and "Class Reunion." This song also isn't "mushy lovey" like the songs that former lead Richie McDonald belted. In fact, I don't think this song would have clicked with McDonald at all.

And that's a good thing. I was getting tired of the same-ole, same-ole from Lonestar. This song is fresh. It has a good sound and, while nothing revolutionary, sounds good on radio. The lyrics themselves are, again, nothing special, but I think young lovers can connect to them, a key to a hit record. I do think, though, that this song is too much Cody and not enough Lonestar. I'll let that slide this time.

I have to give praise to Cody Collins, as well. He sounds fantastic on this track. For me, I hear a mix of Gary LeVox (Rascal Flatts) and Chris Young. A little bit country, a little bit rock-and-roll. Lonestar did well in choosing Mr. Collins to head the band.

While it isn't blazing up the charts, this could be the song that will put Lonestar back on track to be a top group in country music.

GRADE: A-
HIT or MISS: A good choice to showcase a new you