Record-store Clerk: Delightfully Eclectic Mixes

Do you have a fever for which the only prescription is more cowbell? Listen to the greatest songs totally driven by percussion's eager overachiever.

These songs were made famous by other artists, but the original recordings were pretty darn good.

Happy, energetic, and fun, this eclectic mix will pull you out of your winter hibernation and put a spring in your step.

Irrelevant Bees (http://bit.ly/yExhSn) is the Tumblr blog of Khalym Schell, an NYC-based DJ with a reputation for trafficking in stylish music. Compiled from posted songs, this playlist moves effortlessly through '60s soul b-sides, chillwave jams, obscure covers & more.

Nothing helps a blue mood like hearing from someone who knows just how you feel. From the sensitive singer-songwriters of the early '70s to the gloomy indie rockers of today, this is the perfect playlist when you're in the mood to mope.

Organic and electronic sounds are far from mutually exclusive in this eclectic set that ranges from Kraftwerk to Bon Iver and mixes the natural and synthetic to mesmerizing effect.

The Soundtrack To The Movie That Is Your Life. Cinematic Sh*t For Everyday Moments.

An eclectic playlist of songs about mortality and evil.

What a gal should listen to :)

While At An Unusual Party With Interesting People...Feeling Good Flying.

The Soundtrack To The Cadillac That Was Passed Down Through The Generations. If These Spokes Could Speak...

We read all the music blogs so you don't have to. Updated weekly, these are the songs that indie music blogs love.

A summer playlist from DJ/producer Danger Mouse.

Here's a playlist compiled by Girl Talk mastermind Gregg Gillis, featuring songs you "want to listen to while hanging out on your porch all afternoon."

Musician, artist, and writer, David Byrne has been publishing monthly playlists from his record collection on his website since 2005. Listen to all of his playlists here.

In 2005, rock legend Tom Petty began hosting "Tom Petty's Buried Treasure," an XM radio show featuring favorite tracks from his personal record collection. The "treasures" on this mix include songs from garage to soul to blues.

Can't wait for "Moonrise Kingdom," the sixth feature film from Wes Anderson? This playlist of songs from all of his films is sure to tide you over.

Since 2007, Elbow frontman, Guy Garvey has hosted his own BBC radio show. Listen to all the songs he's spun on "Guy Garvey's Finest Hour."

Get intimate with these lushly arranged records full of artful elegance -- from idiosyncratic alt-pop to moody soul and cool, classy balladry.

Some songs just have a certain je ne sais quoi; when you hear them you start skipping down a crowded public street. Embarrassing? Absolutely. Will you care? Not likely.

Soundtrack your road trip with these classic soul, gritty blues, and bar-room rock songs handpicked by Brittany, Heath, Zac, and Steve of the Alabama Shakes. http://www.alabamashakes.com/

Every kid needs to grow up with great music. These are the classic songs you should sing with (and to) your kids.

Like to dance, but need a break from today's pop hits? With nothing too obvious and nothing too obscure, this playlist of classic pop, rock and soul songs is an epic party waiting to happen.

With her debut album, Grimes, aka musician and visual artist Claire Boucher, emerged with an aesthetic fully formed -- singing girlish, ethereal r&b vocals over moody electronica. Listen to her best tracks and eclectic influences. Created by KnowPhase.com

Need the perfect soundtrack to accompany your late night drives? Look no further than this mix of dreamy, propulsive electronica that blends introspection with the rushing pulse of the highway.