The twelve months of 2008 have seen few new releases by the current crop of reigning divas.

Instead, some pop veterans are staking their claim to a piece of the star-studded landscape. Let's take a look at five of the most prominent albums released in 2008.

Known for her style of rapid-fire dance tunes, Elva Hsiao was the number one female singer in the mando-pop world in 2008. [File Photo]

NO. 5: Elva Hsiao "Three Faced Eva"

Known for her style of rapid-fire dance tunes, Elva Hsiao was the number one female singer in the mando-pop world in 2008.

After about a year of relative inactivity, the young woman returned to the stage in fantastic form.

It seems that Elva Hsiao is determined to regain control of the dance tune arena, capitalizing on her diverse fan base.