Johnny Cash Joins the Wu-Tang Clan!

1. Irn Mnky, “J.C.R.E.A.M. (Johnny Cash Rules Everything Around Me�
This brilliant mash-up of Cash’s “Get Rhythm� and the Wu-Tang’s “C.R.E.A.M. (Cash Rules Everything Around Me)� sounds like the theme song to a Michael Bay remake of Smokey and the Bandit, except better. [Certified Banger]

2. Laura Marling, “New Romantic�
She’s only 17, so we find it hard to believe that Marling’s “mind has fucked [her] over more times than any man could ever know,� but she sings it with such a straightforward confessional honesty that we sort of do anyway. [Anyone’s Guess]

3. The Shins, “Breathe� (Pink Floyd cover)
The Shins may be in the news for another reason today, but while you’re waiting for the Smoking Gun to post a mug shot, why not check out the band’s cover of the Dark Side classic. [This Recording]

4. Don Juan Dracula feat. Sally Shapiro, “Take Me Home (Johan Angebjorn remix)�
This old track with a new remix re-creates the old sound of new wave. Perfect for the New Year. [Big Stereo]

5. Wiz Khalifa, “Youngin’ On His Grind (DJ Howlermonkey remix)�
An army brat, Khalifa grew up everywhere from Japan to North Dakota, and based on the strength of his debut single, we think he’s going to be doing a lot more traveling in the future. [Pitchfork]
—Ehren Gresehover