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    All of Bob Marley's greatest songs -- from his earliest solo release, "Judge Not," to his first recordings with The Wailers at Studio One, up to his later-period hits -- as well as the best songs and covers from his contemporaries and collaborators.
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    Wake up to a touch of twang with these country tunes that'll coax you from your slumber with a Nashville nudge. These country gems have just enough kick to get your engine running.
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    A collection of songs featured on the popular country music blog, countryandwestern.tumblr.com. Listen to a mix of good ol' guys and gals, with a sprinkle of modern cowboys and cowgirls.
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    There is nothing quite like the seductive sonority of a finely played cello. Every composer has tried to win her affection through the centuries; here are the mellow classics that make her the great lady of the orchestra.
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    Gentle yet invigorating thunderstorm recordings to listen to with a roof over your head, curled up under the covers.

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    A panorama of indie rock bands that came into the spotlight in the emerging 21st Century.
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    A cappella means "in the style of Church," but church is the last place you'll find these pop hits, all of them remade with the sheer power of just the human voice.
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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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    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.
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    If you've ever worn cowboy boots with a bathing suit -- or if you think that sounds like a great idea -- these summertime country songs, both classic and contemporary, are just for you.
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    Various artists cover songs in the repertoire of the charismatic and prolific composer/pianist/bandleader Duke Ellington, one of the most revered figures in jazz history.
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    Nate Dogg was one of the best hook singers in the history of hip hop. This playlist highlights the best collaborations from his legendary career.
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    Since the genre's late '90s explosion, folk metal bands have brought a medieval flair to progressive metal with a witches brew of Celtic, pagan, and middle eastern instrumentation. Imagine the symphonic merged with the traditional. It's Game of Thrones with a double kick drum.
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    Sinatra's artistry is so all-encompassing you could easily spend your entire life listening to no one else. But even the most fanatical Frank lovers might want to mix it up once in a while, so here's a batch of vocalists bound to appeal to admirers of Ol' Blue Eyes.
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    You don't need words to rock! Instrumental metal from the 1970s to today, including classic rock, thrash, post-metal and more. Shut up and listen.
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    Positive, uplifting hip hop from throughout the genre's history.
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    When you've had enough choirs and carolers but still want to get in a festive holiday mood, slip into something more comfortable with these swinging instrumental jazz interpretations of Christmas favorites.
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    According to the listeners of Jazz24.org, these are the 100 greatest jazz songs of all time.
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    A collection of modern-day lullabies, these soothings songs about love and loss from the finest female troubadours will ease you into a tranquil slumber.
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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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    This playlist takes you back to a time when Sinatra was king, men wore suits, and everyone swilled martinis like the world was going to end in nuclear winter. Thankfully, it didn't, and the swingin' lounge music of the era lives on.
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    Let the mistakes of last night melt away to the beautiful melodies of these soul-searching songs, from today and years past.
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    If you're getting set to apply your gray matter to some serious study, let the sounds of a large-scale jazz ensemble in full flight buoy your brain without manhandling your ears.
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    These quiet, pensive tunes are perfect for an overcast day, either curled up at home or settled in at a cozy cafe.
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    Songs by She & Him and similar artists
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    Bring together 10 fingers, one guitar, and a head full of jazz, and a whole world will spring into view right before your very ears. Listen to these solo-guitar performances by some of the finest fretmasters ever to sling a jazz axe.
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    Everyone is Irish on March 17th. Put on your festive greens, surround yourself with friends, and sing along to this playlist of St. Patrick's day pub staples.
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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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    Preparing to ride your majestic steed into battle and shoot flaming arrows across the bridge of Hemdale? Inspire your men with this epic, anthemic heavy metal.
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    Trumpeter and singer Chet Baker came out of the first flowering of the West Coast school of cool modern jazz in the early 1950s. This playlist explores that time and place, with a particular emphasis on languid ballads.
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    Stevie Ray Vaughan was one of the most talented and influential blues guitar players of all time. This playlist features songs by his greatest influences, his closest contemporaries, his indebted followers, and Stevie Ray himself. http://srvofficial.com
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    Gentle yet invigorating thunderstorm recordings to listen to with a roof over your head, curled up under the covers.
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    From graffiti walls to gold chains, these are Ecko's favorite underground classics and mainstream hits to vibe out to. http://www.shopecko.com/
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    Listen to the best recordings from the most influential female jazz musicians of all time.