SongzaMonster

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    Despite what the Baby Boomers would have you believe, the '90s was the greatest decade for popular music. Why? So many crowd-pleasing hits.
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    The solo piano piece is music at its most contemplative. Enjoy these works from the classical, romantic and modern eras in any setting that calls for the quiet intimacy of the pianist and his or her instrument.
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    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.
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    These recordings of rainforest ambiences will transport you to the middle of a jungle in the tropics.
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    Welcome to the world of Ray Charles, where you'll encounter not only monumental cuts from the man who melded blues, soul, country, jazz, and gospel into a harmonious whole, but also some titanic tracks by Brother Ray's influences, peers, and disciples.

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    Some of my favorite trax for a high-octane shindig soundtrack.

Bustin' a move

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    Go shawty, it's your birthday! No need to wait in line at Tao, Pure, Lavo, or Marquee -- pop some bottles and drop it like it's hot with the hottest club bangers of the '00s.
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    A taste of the hottest new dancehall "riddims" created during the last decade, featuring hard, fast, reggae-based grooves that have influenced hit songs by Beyonce, Rihanna and more.
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    Innovative producer Diplo is known for blending ghetto house, dubstep, baile funk, and dancehall. Listen to this collection of bangers produced by Diplo or released on his label, Mad Decent Records.
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    These massive dubstep tracks will make you want to dance until you drop.
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    Really nasty rap (or r&b) songs. They just needed to be in one place.
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    Wherever your dance party may be, we will transport you and your friends to the City of Light with these French electro and tech house dancefloor fillers.
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    New Jack Swing defined the urban music scene as the '80s became the '90s and R&B met hip-hop. Rediscover this era of sweet harmonies with a hint of swagger and unlimited style.
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    Explore the foundations of gangsta rap's G-Funk sub-genre, from P-Funk and vintage '70s blaxploitation soundtracks to vocoderized '80s electro-funk.

Chasing Bad Guys

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    Work your wget magic while listening to these motivational electro-bangers -- and stop slacking off. (http://xkcd.com/303/)
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    Known for its distinctive vintage sound and house band, Daptone Records has become one of the world's premier independent record labels. Listen to highlights of the best soul, funk, gospel and afrobeat released by this Brooklyn-based label.
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    Here's some hard rock motivation to maintain that rock-hard body.
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    From Sabbath to Isis, some metal bands have always drawn influences from, and been appreciated by audiences beyond the insular metal scene. Think of them as the gateway to metal.

Eating Filet Mignon

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    A varied mix of Spanish baladas by musicians from Latin America, the Caribbean and Spain. This playlist includes chart topping hits as well as some lesser known gems.
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    The perfect soundtrack for a romantic, candlelit dinner.
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    Starting in the late 1940s, a new, more cerebral and mellower response to bebop became one of the dominant strains in jazz. Enjoy the birth, maturation and continuation of cool jazz, with an emphasis on ballads.

Eating Fried Chicken

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    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."
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    Explore the foundations of gangsta rap's G-Funk sub-genre, from P-Funk and vintage '70s blaxploitation soundtracks to vocoderized '80s electro-funk.
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    Get down with these soul and R&B classics -- many of which are about food -- while dancing in your kitchen.
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    Fire up the grill and crack a Bud Heavy; this collection of southern rock classics will make you feel like one of the good ole' boys, no matter where you may be barbecuing.

Favorites

Gettin' my drink on

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    Classic country drinkin' songs, from the old school (Hank Williams, Webb Pierce) to the new crew (Blake Shelton, Jerrod Niemann).
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    Van Morrison. My Bloody Valentine. The Cranberries. U2. Pound for pound, Ireland may be the greatest rock nation in the world. Featuring only iconic or critically acclaimed Irish bands, this playlist showcases the varied rock sounds of the Emerald Isle.
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    Listen to essential songs by Iggy & The Stooges as well as their greatest influences, contemporaries, and followers.

Giving A Demo

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    This collection of heart-thumping hip hop beats will help you reach the next level in your cardio workouts.
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    Light, upbeat indie pop to help you start your day.

Running from the Cops

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    New York City is the birthplace of punk rock, and like the city that birthed it, the punk rock scene in the late 70s was diverse, contentious, noisy and unlike any other in the world. This is the sound of CBGB's and Max's Kansas City.
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    Tap into your teenage angst with classic songs from the '90s era of pop punk.
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    Hair metal (or glam metal) was born on LA's Sunset Strip in the 1980s. Synonymous with heavy riffs, anthemic choruses, blown-out hair, and spandex, hair metal is some of the best party music ever made.
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    Got yourself a '69 Pontiac Trans Am with a 350 H.O. under the hood, a two-tone custom spray job and racing slicks out back? Blast these scuzzy, '70s-leaning rock anthems from your radio and taste the envy in the parking lot air.
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    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.

Wearing a Speedo

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    The best songs from the groups that pioneered that ultra-cool surfer sound. Guitar-heavy and full of reverb, these tunes are perfect for strapping your board to the roof of your woodie and cruising to the beach.
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    This playlist takes you back to an idyllic '70s pool party where the bathing suits were as small as the sunglasses were big; Stealers Wheel was blasting out of the poolside AM and funky disco gems were spinning inside on the HiFi.
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    A varied mix of smooth downtempo grooves and sunny pop handpicked for sitting by the ocean with a refreshing beverage.
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    Whether you're lounging in a hammock or soaking up rays on a summer afternoon, this eclectic mix will help you reach your full potential for relaxation.
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    Explore the foundations of gangsta rap's G-Funk sub-genre, from P-Funk and vintage '70s blaxploitation soundtracks to vocoderized '80s electro-funk.
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    Get a taste of Jamaica with these sun-kissed reggae jams.
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    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.

Wearing a Suit

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    Grab the one you love and re-live the last dance of your '70s prom over and over again.
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    Essential recordings from the 1930s and '40s Swing-era big bands, which featured upwards of 12 musicians. During their heyday, big bands produced America's most popular dance music.
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    An introduction to classical solo piano music, featuring the best recordings of the most important works.
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    Cole Porter's clever and sophisticated songs have become standard repertoire for jazz musicians and Broadway performers. Listen to a collection of his timeless standards, from "I've Got You Under My Skin" to "I Get A Kick Out Of You."
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    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.