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    Bust out that old bottle of activator and keep your curl moisturized while getting down to this batch of funky jams from the early '80s. Brought to you by DJ Brainchild.
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    Songs by Cameo and similar artists
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    Whether they've released music or are gearing up for a debut, these buzzworthy indie bands and singer-songwriters are poised to take their careers to the next level in the coming months.
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    Songs that have been recently designated "Best New Music" by Pitchfork.com
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    Highlights from the critically acclaimed albums released in the summer of 2013. Updated weekly with brand new music that you won't hear on the radio.

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    Building upon the wealth of '90s R&B artists who perfected the modern slow jam, R&B artists in the '00s added their own synthetic flourishes to rhythms that bluntly force you to get down.
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    Commonly referred to as jazz hop or jazz rap, this subgenre combines jazz samples with hip hop beats.
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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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    Draw the shades; this bewitching collection of rock, soul and electronica portends a night of carnal pursuits.
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    From ska-influenced Two-Tone party starters to covers by legendary blues rockers, Jamaica has been a source of inspiration for rock and pop artists since the early '70s.
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    Songs by Cameo and similar artists
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    Warm instrumentation and funky breakbeats acquire a stylish electronic sheen thanks to these artists and producers who put their own twist on vintage cool.
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    Listen to great songs from every band who performed at the 2012 Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival in Indio, California.
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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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    Highlights from the critically-acclaimed albums released in the Winter of 2011. You won't hear these songs on the radio.
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    Drift off to a sublime plane of existence with these beautiful voices and downtempo electronic grooves.
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    Rick Ross is one of today's hottest -- and most prolific -- MCs. Listen to every great track the Teflon Don has guested on, as well as some of his own hits. "Huh!"
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    The hit TV show Grey's Anatomy is known for featuring great songs and breaking new artists. These are songs from all seven seasons.
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    This playlist features some of the more dramatic and sexy sounds that pervade many of the most popular urban genetleman's clubs.
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    Catch up with the latest indie artists while you're making dinner. These uptempo tracks will make your kitchen chores a breeze. Just be careful with that knife while you're bopping across the linoleum.
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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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    Dreamy, boundary-pushing slow jams for those who like their indie music a little sexy and their R&B a little mysterious.
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    Make it a Girls' Night In as you and your besties get loose in the kitchen with these uptempo tracks from today's best female pop and indie artists.
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    Starting in the mid '00s, the line between indie and mainstream pop started to get blurry. These are the songs that have helped bring "indie" music to the masses.
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    In honor of his Grammy-nominated album 'Kaleidoscope Dream' (http://smarturl.it/KD?IQid=f), Miguel has handpicked his favorite songs by his biggest influences, as well as songs by his sexy and soulful contemporaries.
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    Coined in the early '90s, neo-soul describes the fusion of soul and contemporary R&B. While following the tradition of classic soul, neo-soul artists frequently incorporate elements of jazz, funk and hip hop into their music.
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    Whether they've released music or are gearing up for a debut, these buzzworthy indie bands and singer-songwriters are poised to take their careers to the next level in the coming months.
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    The period when disco begat house music remains a deep well of inspiration for DJs and producers of dance music. Boogie to the best hip-shakers from new artists who draw from the sounds of New York and Chicago nightlife in the early-'80s.
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    A blend of hazy rap anthems from old heads and smoked-out upstarts. Roll one up.
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    Take the ring off because none of us are pure... This music is as pure as it gets!!! And if you want to leave i suppose you must.
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    Bust out that old bottle of activator and keep your curl moisturized while getting down to this batch of funky jams from the early '80s. Brought to you by DJ Brainchild.
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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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    Celebrate the Black comedians with this Stand-Up comedy playlist. Brought to you by TheUrbanDaily.com
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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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    From poolside chic beats to the sounds of a globetrotting adventure, these travel-worthy tunes will be the soundtrack to your next weekend get-a-away. So grab your sunnies, weekend bag and headphones and go!
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    Explore the world of newly-minted pop superstar Bruno Mars with this sparkling set of tracks featuring his influences, contemporaries and collaborators.
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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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    Listen to edited versions of the most popular hip hop and R&B songs in America as determined by the Billboard charts.
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    Listen to edited versions of the most popular rap songs in America as determined by Billboard and influential major market radio DJs.
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