Every other week, Staff Reporter Jillian Morabito showcases some of the tunes you should be tuning in to. Here are her picks for your new Must Listen Playlist:

“If You Didn’t See Me (Then You Weren’t on the Dancefloor)” by Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr. 

Don’t let the tediously long title trouble you, this track is addictive. With the simple guitar melody eventually building to an electronic sound similar to MGMT or Capitol Cities, "If You Didn't See Me" is certainly a remarkable single. Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr. is new to the scene, with their EP from Warner Brothers Records dropping this Tuesday.

The name does not denote that there is another race car legend, but rather DEJJ are NASCAR fans and checked with Dale Earnhardt Jr. before using that title. The Detroit duo has released other songs such as “Simple Girl” and “Morning Thought.” So if you’re a Nascar enthusiast, or an alternative pop listener as well, be sure to check them out. You can “surrender to the bass” or “roll your hips” when DEJJ performs at the El Rey May 16th. 

“Counting Stars” by OneRepublic

As much as it pains me to choose a OneRepublic song, this one is strangely captivating. The new album draws your attention not only through the colorful cover, but also keeps you interested because the music isn’t as cheesy as that of previous records. The track, which debates what an alternate universe would be like without money problems, is sure to be another hit by hit songwriter/lead singer Ryan Tedder.

The escapist tone of the song climaxes at the line “Everything that kills me makes me feel alive.” Even the opening line, “Lately, I've been, I've been losing sleep,” is only becoming more applicable as the semester winds down. “Counting Stars” is just another excellently catchy tune written by one of the more successful songwriters in the business. 

“That Ain’t Right” by Pyyramids 

With their debut album being released last week, Pyyramids is composed of Tim Nordwind (from OK Go) and Drea (from He Say She Say). The album is infused with many '80s and '90s pop and punk jams, but I think “That Ain’t Right” is the strongest because it facilitates all sorts of dancing. “I don’t wanna break your hear t/ that ain’t right” is such a sweet, yet painstakingly tragic line arranged with an upbeat rhythm. Also, I found myself quoting the song’s title on numerous occasions while reading about Justin Beiber’s latest narcissistic and insensitive remark—now that ain’t right. Pyyramids is performing at The Satellite on May 2nd. 

"Crown on the Ground" by Sleigh Bells

Inspired by the recent resurgence of Sleigh Bells music in new movie trailers, this is a classic track by them that everyone should know. The type of indie pop the band plays is unlike any other groups today and is a distinct sound that leaves fans wanting more. However, sad fact is they haven’t released anything since August. Other standout tracks include “Rill Rill” and “Kids.”

But back to “Crown on the Ground,” who doesn’t want to go rob a string of B-list celebrities after jamming to this? Okay, maybe not everyone, but it is nevertheless an empowering beat that deserves to be recognized even though it was released in 2010. 

"Chelsea Hotel #2" by Leonard Cohen

Making headlines recently for Lana’s cover of the same tune, the flame Cohen’s song ignited in 1974 has been rekindled. However, Lana is far from the first to cover the track named after the NYC hotel.

“Why is there a #2? Where is the #1?” you may ponder. #2 is a bit more polished, but no one can deny the rawness of the original. Chelsea Hotel #1 has a bit more of a mash-up/Glee feel to it, with the exception that it is sung by the original artist and not an irritatingly awful cover. And who is he referring to when he croons “I remember you well in the Chelsea Hotel?” None other than Ms. Janis Joplin herself. 

Reach Staff Reporter Jillian Morabito here.