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    Hip·ster Hop (noun): 1. What you get when you pair an MC with progressive, often synth-heavy production. 2. The solution for bridging the musical gap between the indie kids and the hip hop heads at your next party.
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    Sassy, sexy and soulful, these are the essential anthems by the all-female R&B groups that dominated the '90s pop charts. Scrubs are, naturally, not welcome.
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    The R&B landscape of the '90s was filled with artists with a chill musical sensibility and a playful style. Dance your way into your clothes and into a great mood.
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    Both building on their heroes and expanding the form in exciting new directions, this is the sound of rap's new generation. Check out some of today's most-hyped young rappers.
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    Perfect for a backyard barbecue or an afternoon alone with your headphones, vibe-out to this steady stream of brassy, soul-sampling hip hop tracks.

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    Tailor-made for a summertime block party, this collection of rap classics is also perfect for relaxing by the pool or cruising top-down in a convertible. Play it loud.
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    Cramming for finals requires cool, calming tunes to balance the stress of studying. Help put yourself in the right state of mind with these pop and rock tunes.
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    N.W.A., 2pac, Snoop Dogg, Jay-Z, G-Unit, Eminem: Dr. Dre's production resume speaks for itself. Listen to the greatest beats from hip hop's most influential producer.
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    A bunch of songs produced by Yeezy from the last decade.
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    The Neptunes produced some of the biggest hit songs of the late 1990s and early 2000s. These are the essential tracks that defined this production duo's raw, percussive sound.
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    We've all wished we could hang with Ron Burgundy in his mahogany-lined bachelor pad. Settle for the next best thing with this playlist of smooth, musky '70s-era cuts, a glass of Glenlivet and a leather bound book. Stay classy.
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    Kanye West remains one of the best sample-based producers around. Listen to all of the vintage, funky, and soulful records Yeezy has flipped.

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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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    All your favorite one-hit wonders from the '00s.
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    This playlist features the best songs from the pop goddesses of the 2000s.
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    Starting in the early-mid '90, hip hop took on dramatic changes in sound as gangster rap and rich, soulful production became the dominant styles. These are the classic club anthems from that era.
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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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    Sassy, sexy and soulful, these are the essential anthems by the all-female R&B groups that dominated the '90s pop charts. Scrubs are, naturally, not welcome.
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    The R&B landscape of the '90s was filled with artists with a chill musical sensibility and a playful style. Dance your way into your clothes and into a great mood.
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    Light a fire under your ass and get moving with these propulsive, energetic songs from bands that have a keen sense of urgency.
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    The dance floor is empty but the real party is just getting started. Head to your next destination and continue the night out with these mysterious and sultry late-night grooves.
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    Been done dirty by a no-good lover? Fixin' to do something rotten? Vent your frustrations with this sexy, cathartic mix of blues licks and whiskey-soaked rock from today's finest and the legends who inspired them.
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    The most beautiful music ever!
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    Hypnotic instrumental beats from new artists who blend the funky, sample-based approach of J Dilla with the soothing, electronic flourishes of downtempo producers.
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    Hit the mat and free your mind while spicing up your yoga routine with these songs that are good for the soul. And don’t forget to breathe!
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    In honor of his Christmas album (http://wbr.fm/XmasiTunes), Michael Bublé has assembled the perfect soundtrack of new and old holiday songs for exchanging gifts, decorating the Christmas tree, and being home for the holidays.
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    Yup, there’s rap for Christmas too. Deck the club with this eclectic mix of new and old Xmas jams.
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    Nothing too hard here, just smooth classics by rap's masters to ease you into your day. You'll know this playlist worked when you leave the house wearing baggy pants and some old school Air Jordans.
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    Ethereal and mellifluous sounds from the cloud rap kids, interspersed with pioneering productions from the regional forefathers to the spacey sound. Your new soundtrack to zone out with.
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    Listen to great songs from every MC/hip hop group who performed at the 2012 Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival in Indio, California.
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    Ever find yourself gently swaying in your booth at your favorite neighborhood coffee shop? One of these easygoing, acoustic-centered tunes may have been why.
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    Ever watch TV and ask yourself "what song is that?" Here are all the songs by upcoming, emerging artists whose music is reaching a wider audience through TV commercials and other ad placements.
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    Listen to this dark, atmospheric mix of electronic and R&B rhythms from underground artists and popular superstars.
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    Already own everything The Beatles have ever recorded? Listen to other artists' renditions of your favorite Beatles songs!
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    This one's for all the cowgirls who've been done dirty by their former cowboy. Tell him to hit the road and to watch his back 'cause a country girl with an attitude always gets her revenge.
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    In honor of his new single, "Trouble," Chris Rene put together this mix of feel-good hip hop, classic pop, and singalong rock that's perfect for cruisin' with the windows open or top down. Download "Trouble" here: http://bit.ly/MtsoWQ
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    Stock up on solo cups because these jams will keep the party going all night long. Featuring the best new EDM, hip-hop, and pop to bring your party to the next level.
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    Headed to a Spring wedding? Or how about a night out downtown? Enjoy this lace inspired playlist to keep the mood ladylike and a little edgy. #EMBRACELACE
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    Listen to this summery mix of laid-back pop songs from throughout the years, handmade by the folks at StumbleUpon, an awesome site for discovering new and interesting things from across the web. http://www.stumbleupon.com/
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    Here are the most epic scores in modern cinema. Filled with sweeping string sections and thunderous percussion, this is the perfect playlist for saving the world, preparing for battle, or staring up in awe at something miraculous.
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    Enjoy the brash irreverence of these pop-punk bands from the early 2000s. Though the bandmembers may have been well into their 20s or even (gasp!) 30s, they understood the appeal of arrested adolescence.
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    Can't get enough Weezy? Listen to these songs performed by and featuring Lil Wayne.
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    Born in Trinidad and raised in Queens, Nicki Minaj has stormed the charts with her double-take inducing talent. Here's every song that features Nicki Minaj, as well as the best from her own catalog.
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    Enjoy a soulful strut down the city streets with this collection of sassy R&B and funk songs from some bold and spirited women.
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    Songs by some of the best female indie pop singers.
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    Put on your bro tank and shoot some 'ruit; this playlist of the hottest voices in college rap -- along with some of rap's superstars -- is the perfect soundtrack to your next house party.
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    The hottest, most explicit, and downright nastiest R&B songs from the '90s till today. If you're horny, let's do it; ride it, my pony.
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    Feel like banging your head against your office desk? Climbing into bed instead of going out to party? Shake your hips to this eclectic mix of timeless, fun, and funky hits from throughout the years. (SFW)
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    The perfect soundtrack for girls night out!
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    Get ready to dance with Olivia Wilde's handpicked mix of pop throwbacks, hip hop classics, and new indie favorites that's perfect for getting ready for a ladies night out.
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    Hip-hop has always celebrated consumer culture. Making millions and then splashing the cash on cars, clothes and high-end liquor, these rappers celebrate materialism at its blingiest.
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    Just sit back, get a fat sack, a pint of Hennessy and lay back; just chill. http://www.examiner.com/user-sysko
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    The kids are in bed and the wine is open; time for grown folks to do what grown folks do.
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    A bit funky, a bit mellow. This playlist features hip hop and rap that will for sure make you nod your head in the haze. Focus on driving though.
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    With the way you look tonight, you'll have the world on a string. Now, make your party count with this sophisticated playlist of high society's biggest names, delivering jazzy inspiration and vocal delights from the 1950s, '60s and early '70s.
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    Whether it's a diva calling for some rhymes to spark up a remix or a hip-hopper adding some old-school sweetness to a bangin' track, these are the most authentic cross-genre collaborations ever recorded.
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    From Dr. Dre and Timbaland to Pharrell Williams and Kanye West, these are the greatest modern hip-hop super-producers who create rap superstars and pump out hip-hop anthems.
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    You may not fill out a bikini like Mariah, or sport a six pack like LL, but none of that matters when you're partying to these classic hits on a hot summer day by the pool.
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    Hip·ster Hop (noun): 1. What you get when you pair an MC with progressive, often synth-heavy production. 2. The solution for bridging the musical gap between the indie kids and the hip hop heads at your next party.
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    Break out your Margiela and jump in the Panamera; this playlist features only today's most ballin-out-of-control anthems. For bosses only. *Kanye Shrug*
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    Listen to this slow, stripped-down take on the blues while sitting on your front porch with your grey-faced dog and a mug of 'shine.
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    Indie R&B -- or PBR&B to the glib -- combines dreamy, synth-based indie music with contemporary R&B beats. This lush new sound has been influencing underground and mainstream artists alike.
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    With credible indie bands like Arcade Fire, Vampire Weekend, and The Black Keys licensing their songs for use on television, it's not selling out anymore.
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    How do indie rockers fit into their skinny jeans? By hitting the treadmill with these uptempo, accessible indie jams.
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    Like Vinyasa, this playlist is both flowing and dynamic; some songs function to clear the mind while others work to energize the body. The focus here is on left-of-center acoustic and electronic songs.
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    Positive, uplifting hip hop from throughout the genre's history.
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    Today's young modern jazz artists grew up as part of the hip-hop generation, and their music reflects that in their style and choice of collaborators. Call it swag-jazz.
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    An eclectic mix of slow and sultry songs to set the mood for intimate moments.
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    Feeling bitter over a boy who doesn't love you? Wish everyone else would realize how awesome you are? Need another girl to sing about her emotions while you just smile and try to sing along? You probably need this playlist.
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    Smoking Blunts Everyday!! Ehhhhhh
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    Kendrick Lamar, Drake, J. Cole, Childish Gambino
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    Songs by Lana Del Rey and similar artists
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    Lana del Rey, Frank Ocean, Coldplay
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    Hip hop, soul and r&b songs for feeling sexy, grinding on the dance floor, or just getting close with that special someone. Request songs at http://on.fb.me/IEGUch
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    Looking for a chilled-out take on that brain-splitting, wobbly bass? Liquid dubstep combines ambient soundscapes with beautiful melodies and, of course, visceral bass lines.
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    Whether you are spending time with that special someone, or just hanging out with friends, soundtrack your Valentine's Day with this mix of songs about love and romance handpicked by The CAB. TheCabRock.com
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    Coined by DJs Dirty South Joe and Flufftronix, luvstep is a journey into the sexier side of modern bass music that's smoothly visceral and uniquely melodic. Dim the lights and turn up the stereo; you can apologize to the neighbors tomorrow.
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    MTV's Total Request Live was a popular music video countdown series hosted by Carson Daly that aired from 1998-2008. We've immortalized TRL's legacy with this playlist of every song that hit #1 throughout the show's history.
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    Developed in the 1980s, Math rock is a guitar-based genre influenced by progressive and experimental rock known for using odd time signatures, interlocking rhythms and complex arrangements.
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    Nothing gets you through even the toughest mornings like these feel-good, contemporary hip hop and R&B jams. Face the day with soul and power!
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    A disturbed sibling of traditional folk ballads, murder ballads detail the motivation, execution, and aftermath of killings.
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    Get off the couch, jump in the shower, and throw on your best party dress -- you're not staying in tonight. This playlist will provide all the motivation you need as you get ready for a fun night on the town.
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    Songs by Panic! At The Disco and similar artists
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    A collection of sexy and futuristic sounds to get the night started... www.facebook.com/popwater
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    Dim the lights and feel the rhythm with these sultry pop and R&B jams.
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    Iowa-born hip hop producer Bangladesh has been making waves (and getting serious airplay) with his speaker-blowing productions for Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj. This playlist collects all of Bangladesh's productions from the last decade.
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    A blend of hazy rap anthems from old heads and smoked-out upstarts. Roll one up.
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    Hilarious, entertaining, insightful, creative and, at times, very offensive. NSFW, obviously.
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    When indie rock fans feel the urge to switch up their sound and listen to a blast of hip-hop music, these are the rappers and the anthems they inevitably turn to.
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    Just as scrappy and raunchy as their forbears, these freshman also possess a fondness for the art house. Expect DJ Screw-era pastiche, hard drugs and violent fantasies. Decidedly NSFW.
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    The best rap tracks from the past two decades as chosen by RapGenius community, editors, and moderators. http://rapgenius.com
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    A compilation of contemporary female artists who refuse to mold to society's ideal. These ladies are not for the faint of heart and that's exactly why we love them. This playlist includes upbeat electro, rap, soul. NSFW.
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    James Brown is the most sampled artist in all of hip hop. Here are some of the best rap songs to build their funky beat on the back of the Godfather of Soul.
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    Grab your shades and roll down the windows; these smooth jazz and funk-sampling hip hop instrumentals are perfect for a Saturday morning cruise.
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    Welcome to the Smoker's Club, where modern rappers cultivate major weed habits and forge bonds over their love of greenery. Roll up and hang out.
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    "I can't write without music. This, combined with the fact that writing Twilight was a very visual, movie-like experience, prompted me to collect my favorite Twilight songs into a sort of soundtrack for the book." -Stephenie Meyer
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    Soul music re-emerged and took on many forms throughout the 90's and 00's, often referred to as Neo Soul or Soul Revival. Here’s an eclectic collection of songs from the men that captured that spirit.
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    From crunk classics to modern baller anthems, this is the boisterous sound of southern rap songs that are guaranteed to tear the club up. Get low!
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    Evoking memories of hot summer days, these mellow and soulful rap cuts from the '90s to today are perfect for lazy Sundays. Nod ya head.
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    Get ready to be seduced by the smoky voices of these female vocalists from throughout the decades. This mix of jazz, blues, indie and acoustic soul will put you in the mood to relax and unwind.
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    Inspired by sunshine and over in a flash, nothing says summer like a fling that puts your head in the clouds and makes your heart skip a beat. Let these songs stir up memories of that brief summer romance you'll never forget.
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    For mornings when your only alarm clock is the sun streaming through an open window; enjoy this collection of pastel-colored indie favorites while you walk through the cool grass in your bare feet.
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    Shake off the winter doldrums and dance around to these upbeat and outrageously catchy indie pop tunes.
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    Hip, fashionable and cocky to the point of arrogant, swag rap defines the hottest new generation of rappers. Feel good and swag out.
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    Kick it by the Weber with these hip hop jams marinated in summertime flavor. Expect throwbacks, new joints, and a handful of guilty pleasures.
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    Nothing sets the mood like a slow and soulful R&B ballad. From Anita Baker to Jill Scott, from Marvin to Prince, these are the most potent slow jams from throughout the years.
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    The fun, eclectic mix of music featured on the hit Showtime series.
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    Music that satisfies our need for some Seth Cohen & Ryan Atwood in our lives.
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    Updated weekly, these are the most popular rap tracks on the internet. Decidedly NSFW. SMH...
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    Get hype to this collection of raunchy booty shaking anthems. Go shawty, it's your birthday! NSFW.
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    You've popped in your earbuds to silence the din of the city; now let this melancholy and rhythmic music propel your body forward, and allow your mind to wander. It's just you, the pavement, and the soft beat.
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    Since winning American Idol in 2005, Carrie Underwood has been one of country music's biggest crossover stars. Celebrate the release of her new album Blown Away (http://bit.ly/JLn3od) with this playlist, featuring Carrie and her closest contemporaries.
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    Marshall Bruce Mathers III, or Eminem to his fans, is one of the most verbally dexterous MCs to emerge since the genre's beginnings. Here are the highlights of his solo career, as well as other artists he inspired, through lyricism or production.
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    At age 24, R&B singer Frank Ocean released one of the most fully realized debut albums in recent memory. Both forward-thinking and homage-paying, Ocean has crafted an original, but still approachable, R&B sound.
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    Justin Timberlake is one of his generation's most talented pop stars. Listen to the best track from Timberlake, his influences, his production teams and his contemporaries.
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    Like the blues music they're grounded in, The Black Keys possess both timelessness and staying power. Listen to the greatest songs from their influences -- including band favorites -- as well as those from their contemporaries and side projects.
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    Abel Tesfaye, aka The Weeknd, gained massive popularity after releasing a series of mix tapes that showcased his unique brand of dreamy and smooth electro-tinged R&B. Listen to tracks and remixes by The Weeknd and similar artists who also create hazy, sexy slow jams.
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    Dance the night away with these classic R&B and pop hits of the '80s, '90s and early '00s.
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    Today's hottest hip hop club anthems.
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    Listen to the most popular rap songs in America as determined by Billboard and influential major-market radio DJs.
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    Party music. Big, loud, nasty, party music.
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    It's time for a well-deserved girl's night out, so pour some drinks and crank up the volume; these pop, rap and dance songs will prepare you and your girlfriends for what lies ahead.
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    Whether you're in love, excited for a big breakfast, or just happy to be alive, you woke up with a smile on your face and plan on keeping it. Let these feel-good songs from the '60s and '70s be your morning soundtrack.
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    Fiery, sexy, and hard as nails, female rappers of the 1990s and early '00s created their own sound rather than emulating their male counterparts. A decade later, there's still no better music to help you gear up for a night out with your girls.
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    The definitive '90s jock jams collection.