cherylgreenway

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I enjoy extreme unicycling, collecting cookie jars, Garfield and Civil War reenactments.

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    Songs by Branford Marsalis Quartet and similar artists
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    A warm jazz playlist for crisp autumn days
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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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    Remember those CD compilations of popular '90s alt-rock radio hits that used to be advertised on late-night cable TV? Relive those days with this playlist of popular '90s mid-tempo hits.
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    During the late 1950s and early '60s, John Coltrane and many of his peers searched for a sound beyond bebop. This cool post-bop set, with saxophones aplenty, balances adventurousness and melody.

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    Remember those CD compilations of popular '90s alt-rock radio hits that used to be advertised on late-night cable TV? Relive those days with this playlist of popular '90s mid-tempo hits.
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    One of the most important and popular developments in rock history, the alternative sounds of grunge and Britpop ruled the airwaves in the 1990s. Get out your flannel shirt and listen to these essential '90s alt-rock songs.
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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. Here are some of the most grin-inducing rap, pop, and alt-rock radio hits from the '90s, all edited for lyrical content (SFW).
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    This epic playlist features a thousand essential recordings that every person with an ear should hear. Suffice it to say, this playlist has a bit of everything.
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    Some days it feels like you should have stayed in bed. So enjoy a sweet respite from the grind of modern life with the eternal sunshine of these classic upbeat '80s hits.
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    We may think of the '90s as the "Whatever" decade, but there was plenty going on to get you all riled up. Whether you want to enjoy that grumpy mood or snap yourself out of it, these songs will help. Or not. Whatever.
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    Romantic and sentimental works for string quartets and chamber ensembles that are perfect for walking down the aisle or soundtracking a formal cocktail reception.
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    A playlist that sounds like a beautifully haunting shade of blue. Like a dramatic, unconventional, and artistic kind of melancholy. Like a stiff drink in a dim place.
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    Here are some recent and memorable film scores from powerhouse composers like Hans Zimmer, Howard Shore and Thomas Newman.
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    Highlights from the greatest film scores of all-time, as determined by the American Film Institute.
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    Whether they're redefining their own songs or taking a cheeky crack at a popular favorite, artists love to perform without the aid of electricity. Check out some acoustic covers of popular rock songs throughout the years.
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    Save the world. Get the girl. Make a quip. These pounding, adrenaline-soaked scores from the most iconic action films of the past twenty years will get your blood pumping.
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    The best stadium-ready modern rock songs have several key ingredients: a soft intro, a slow build to the chorus, and then a gratifying, transcendent melody backed by ethereal guitars and a driving rhythm section.
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    A warm jazz playlist for crisp autumn days
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    Explore the ornate and beautiful era we call the baroque period. Hear the best tunes from 1600 to 1750 including masterworks by Bach, Vivaldi, and many more.
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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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    During the late 1950s and early '60s, John Coltrane and many of his peers searched for a sound beyond bebop. This cool post-bop set, with saxophones aplenty, balances adventurousness and melody.
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    Songs by Branford Marsalis Quartet and similar artists
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    Experience the best of Broadway with these hit songs from popular musicals.
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    Make your next dinner party extra sophisticated with the lush sounds of CTI Records. From 1968 to the late '70s, producer Creed Taylor blended jazz, soul and Brazilian music into a sumptuous, engaging form of fusion.
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    Essential songs born out of 1950s Chicago blues. Influenced by the rural, Delta Blues, Chicago's bluesman introduced amplification and electric instruments into the genre which led to the birth of rock 'n roll.
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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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    In the '70s and '80s, pioneering artists from the worlds of jazz, classical, rock, and electronic music fashioned ethereal sonic landscapes ideal for a fostering a meditative state. Decompress with these essential cuts from ambient's early trailblazers.
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    Originating in the 1950s, bossa nova (Portugese for "new trend") combined harmonies and rhythms from American jazz with Brazilian samba. Now these songs have become standard jazz repertoire.
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    The decorations are set and the toddies are spiced, but a Christmas party isn't complete without a classic, and classy, soundtrack. Listen to the lush arrangements and sonorous voices of the iconic post-war crooners who set the standard for holiday music.
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    Rediscover The Nashville Sound: a lush, slick and often playful side of country music, popular between the late '50s and the mid-'70s, that brought easy-listening influences to traditional country in order to reach a wider pop audience.
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    This one's all about the ivories, featuring the classic piano-led jazz trios and quartets of the 1950s and '60s, from post-bop to the birth of the modern era.
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    A sophisticated, earthy soundtrack of classical music inspired by autumn. Listen closely and you'll hear leaves changing color.
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    Drifting off to sleep to classical music can set the stage for amazing dreams. Enjoy these classical favorites for bedtime and nap time too!
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    Get dressed up, grab a cocktail, and listen to some upbeat standards by jazz greats from Louis Armstrong to Miles Davis and beyond.
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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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    Songs by Count Basie Big Band and similar artists
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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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    Songs by Dave Matthews Band and similar artists
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    Songs by Dean Martin and similar artists
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    Beginning during World War II, bebop signaled the end of the big band swing era and the birth of modern jazz. Enjoy this introduction to the style, focusing on the post-war era when bebop was in its prime
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    Songs by Diana Krall and similar artists
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    Often referred to as "Hot Jazz," "Early Jazz," or "New Orleans Jazz," Dixieland is the earliest form of jazz music.
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    Songs by Earl Scruggs and similar artists
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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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    Bluegrass is a genre of country music that emerged from Appalachia in the 1940s as a faster, more complex take on traditional string band music. Listen to the songs that have helped define this rich, and surprisingly diverse, musical tradition.
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    An introduction to jazz featuring the most important, influential, and definitive jazz recordings of all-time.
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    Explore the fusion of jazz and rock, as heralded by Miles Davis and others in the late '60s. Coming at it from both the jazz and rock perspectives, this playlist showcases fusion at its most fearlessly experimental and lushly pretty.
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    An offshoot of hard bop that flourished in the '60s and early '70s, soul jazz fed on the bluesy passion of R&B. Most associated with hard-driving organ trios and honking, bluesy horns, it's jazz with groove, grit and soul.
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    String quartets can explode with all the drama of a full orchestra or melt your heart like a fine operatic aria. The classic combination of two violins, viola and cello has remained a centuries-long standard for good reason. Sit back and enjoy the ride.
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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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    The best relaxing, sleep-inducing songs for passing out and getting some zzzzzz's.
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    Break out the good silverware for your formal dinner party. This playlist is the perfect backdrop.
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    When rappers decide to get political, they don't pull punches. Hitting back against police harassment, calling for political payback, and speaking unflinchingly about society and media as a whole, these rappers take aim with an almighty righteous attack.
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    Put on your jersey, grab some chips, fire up the grill and blast this playlist of pre-game classic rock, country, and hip hop. Let's get ready for some football!
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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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    These are good, old songs about food. It's the perfect upbeat soundtrack for cooking comfort food.
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    Manhattan was the center of jazz in the 1950s and '60s, from post-bop to modal experimentation to the controversial "New Thing" of free jazz. Revisit that vibrant time and place.
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    An eclectic mix of upbeat songs about ghosts, monsters, werewolves, and all things wicked.
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    If you never want to hear "Monster Mash" again, you're in the right place. Spooky, silly and sometimes downright scary, this is Halloween for the rock kids.
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    The best songs for your halloween party
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    The '90s weren't just flannel and cynicism. Enjoy these fun, positive grunge-era tunes.
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    Take your exercise routine back to the future with these upbeat, fun and motivational 1980s hits. It'll, like, totally get you up and moving.
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    Cool tunes from the golden age of pre-punk classic rock, 1965-'76, featuring deep tracks from the era's superstars as well as definitive songs from cult heroes and oddballs. Vintage doesn't have to mean old-fashioned.
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    '80s movies had the best music. If you need songs for a motivational montage, a wild party, or romantic kiss, these songs provide the perfect soundtrack for an '80s nostalgia trip.
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    As the weather gets colder, warm yourself up with these comforting and classic holiday songs. weather.com
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    The best jazz/blues Halloween hits. I've collected these songs over the years! Enjoy!
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    In honor of Friday, July 13th, here are the hair-raising, spine-tingling, and blood-curdling scores of the most iconic horror movies ever made. Mwahahaha!
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    Listen to the most popular holiday songs in the America.
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    Halloween shouldn't just be "Monster Mash" & "Thriller;" sometimes you just need a little Trick-or-Treat with a jazzy beat. So put the lights down low, light up the jack-o-lantern, turn up this playlist and watch the spirits start to swing.
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    For a period in the late '50s and early '60s, Blue Note was the most stylish label in jazz. The music brought both soul and a questing sense of experimentation to bebop, and Reid Miles' gorgeous LP designs remain influential to this day.
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    Mind if we spice up your Eggs Benedict? How about another Bloody Mary? Enjoy these jazz inspirations to help you waste the afternoon away.
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    Jazz interpretations of all your favorite Christmas standards.
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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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    Not too cool, not too hot. Not too square, not too out. Delve into jazz's classic era at the office, at tempos that won't put you to sleep or get you too wound up to work.
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    Looking to relax, but not get so mellow your book will fall out of your hands? Check out these piano-centric small group jazz instrumentals, heavy on the standards and ballads.
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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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    Classic sounding, and sometimes sentimental, these nocturnal rock ballads are the perfect nightcap after a long day of sex, drugs, and rock & roll.
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    Here are the most revered, referenced, and beloved film scores from some of Hollywood's most legendary composers.
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    From World War II through the early '60s, The Golden Age of Big Band Jazz brought us some of the greatest interpreters of song, arguably ever. This velvet sound is the stuff of legend.
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    Listen to songs featured on Matthew Weiner's hit TV show, Mad Men.
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    Got a long workout ahead of you? This fun, upbeat mix of pop, rock, and hip hop will help you go the distance without getting bored.
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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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    Settle in with the quieter side of jazz. Wind down and drift off to the relaxing sounds of post-bop, cool, modern and contemporary jazz, perfect for those mellow late-night hours.
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    Delve into the quiet, ballad-oriented side of Miles Davis, along with a wide selection of the contemplative moods of members of his classic 1950s and '60s bands. Get mellow with Miles.
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    Clear, concise and creative solo piano recordings that evoke a contemplative and, at times, nocturnal feeling. Perfect for late night unwinding.
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    Miles Davis was at the forefront of every development in jazz during his 50 year career. This playlist features Davis's most notable recordings as a bandleader and sideman, as well as his tracks by his most notable collaborators.
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    Songs by Miles Davis Quintet and similar artists
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    The musicians who played on Miles Davis's pioneering jazz-rock albums, such as Bitches Brew, graduated to their own groups after working with the mercurial trumpeter. Here's the first wave of Miles's fusioneers, along with some extended family members.
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    A selection of jazz tunes by bandleader/bassist/composer Charles Mingus and the many accomplished musicians that performed with him.
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    Many would argue that there is nothing better than a live musical, but Hollywood has come close. Listen to songs from your favorite musical movie soundtracks.
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    With the onset of Prohibition, the country went dry and the party moved underground. Revisit American pop music's salad days, when ragtime was morphing into dixieland jazz and the first recordings of rural blues were being heard in major cities.
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    A full orchestra is not always needed for classical music; in fact, more music has been written for intimate spaces than grand concert halls. Explore the chamber music of the great composers.
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    Songs from movies written, directed, and produced by Joel and Ethan Coen, who are known for their excellent taste in music.
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    Martin Scorsese is one of Hollywood’s greatest directors. Foremost amongst his many skills is his ability to blend memorable music with indelible images. Listen to a playlist featuring music and iconic scores from his classic films.
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    Songs from films written, produced and/or directed by Quentin Tarantino: film auteur and legendary music geek.
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    Ease into a mellow, contemplative mood with these serene jazz instrumentals from some of the leading lights of the 1950s and '60s jazz scene.
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    Kick off New Year's Eve with these upbeat, swingin' jazz tunes -- the perfect accompaniment to a stiff drink and good conversation.
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    When a new generation of bluegrass players started tweaking the traditional template, incorporating folk, rock, jazz, world music and more, Newgrass was born. Enjoy the evolution of this rule-breaking sound through the decades.
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    Early rap hits from the days when all a rapper needed was two turntables and a microphone.
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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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    Some of the most memorable songs ever -- like "Over The Rainbow," "Fame," and "My Heart Will Go On" -- were written for movies. These are the songs that have won the Oscar for Best Original Song.
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    Some of the heaviest hitters ever to hoist a bluegrass axe, from the old school (Bill Monroe) to the new crew (Chris Thile).
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    The top 200 songs of the '60s, as chosen by the writers and contributors of Pitchfork.
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    In an industry dominated by a few A-list composers, these artists and their dramatic, modern film scores stand at the vanguard; cool and provocative music from cool and provocative films.
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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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    While "The Artist" looked back to Hollywood's silent film era (1920s), the film's composer, Ludovic Bource, drew inspiration from the composers of Hollywood's Golden Age (1930s-'50s).
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    Whether on a road trip or partying with with friends, this playlist includes songs that just about everyone can belt out, off-key, at the top of their lungs. Everybody now!
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    Dinner date at home? Guests? Just cocktails? Or maybe you just need to feel cool and sophisticated while out and about. This classy combination of jazz and classical music will help set the mood
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    These creepy & ominous textures from contemporary horror films/video games are sure to provoke the worst kind of fear.
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    Coined by visual artist Byron Werner in the 1980s, Space Age Bachelor Pad music encompasses the hi-fi aesthetic of the 1950s and early '60s. Beloved by even its most tongue-in-cheek fans, let this playlist soundtrack your next party.
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    No reason not to feel like a star when sweeping the dust away. Let the stars of Broadway lend a hand with some heart felt bounce from the footlights of the great white way.
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    Geek out these highly energetic and foreboding scores from your favorite superhero movies.
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    Funky rhythm & blues punctuated by sleazy guitar bursts; a playlist celebrating loose morals and unchaste pursuits.
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    Sometimes you just need some "me" time, with a good book and a cup of tea. Here's some calming classical music for your quiet moments alone.
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    This four-day festival in Telluride, CO brings together popular and upcoming bluegrass acts as well as some crossover artists. This playlist should prepare you for "acoustic adventures at 8,750 feet," whether you're headed to the Rockies or not.
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    Let these recordings of temperate oceans sounds transport you to Cape Cod, or the craggy coastline of the Pacific Northwest.
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    The perfect selection of classic vocal jazz and American standards for a classy Thanksgiving dinner with the family.
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    Can you imagine these films without these songs? Here's an eclectic and thoughtful mix of cool songs from stylistically memorable films directed by filmmakers who really know their music.
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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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    A nice, relaxed dinner party needs a nice, relaxed soundtrack. Enjoy the best female jazz singers from the '40s to today, singing standards and forgotten favorites. Pass the wine, please.
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    This bop-leaning selection of vintage jazz features the unique and unmistakable pianist/composer Thelonious Monk, as well as many of his esteemed associates.
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    From Victor Hugo's novel to the big screen, Les Miserables is the enduring story of one man's quest to find freedom amid the French Revolution. Enjoy favorite tracks from all versions of this classic score.
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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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    The Foo Fighters are one of the most enduring bands in rock and roll. Listen to their greatest hits plus songs by their influences, contemporaries, and side projects.
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    One of America's most beloved pre-rock crooners, Nat "King" Cole didn't get his monarchical moniker for nothing. Enter Cole's kingdom, where you'll encounter not only a handful of his classics but also cuts by his predecessors, peers, and disciples.
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    A Julliard-trained pianist, Nina Simone was as comfortable with Broadway standards as she was with African polyrhythmic rave-ups. Here are the best songs from her influences and contemporaries and the songs she covered with her unmistakable voice. http://ninasimone.com
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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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    The Doors were one of the most influential rock bands of all time. Listen to essential songs by The Doors (and their members' side projects), their greatest influences, closest contemporaries, and indebted followers.
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    Strictly adhering to its heritage, traditional bluegrass is music performed in the style of the genre's founding father Bill Monroe -- that is, fast tempos, tight harmonies, and virtuosic banjo, mandolin, and fiddle playing.
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    A grab-bag of scary and spooky songs about monsters, ghouls, ghosts, and zombies. Boo!
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    Songs by Vince Guaraldi and similar artists
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    Starting in the mid-1960s, even some of the grown-ups wanted to twist. Throw a stack of 45s on the hi-fi and frug to these classic soul, boogaloo, girl group, and exotica tunes.
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    Herbie Hancock is one of the most creatively restless and prolific artists in jazz history. He's presented here in phases ranging from post-bop to electronic pop, alongside many of his influences and contemporaries.
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    Wake up in a luxurious hotel room overlooking Copacabana Beach with these classic bossa novas. Ease into your day with the sound of the golden era of Brazil's homegrown blend of jazz and samba.
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    Enjoy a thousand years of the most popular tunes in history; true classics forever, these melodies and music will never die.
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    Ever wished you could walk into the screen of the classic '80s coming-of-age films by the late John Hughes? Well, now you've got your own personal soundtrack of iconic '80s teen-flick-worthy tunes. That's a start!
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Jazz

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    Break out the good silverware for your formal dinner party. This playlist is the perfect backdrop.
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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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    From World War II through the early '60s, The Golden Age of Big Band Jazz brought us some of the greatest interpreters of song, arguably ever. This velvet sound is the stuff of legend.