Let the cool breezes of these laid-back R&B classics put you in a place where stress evaporates on contact and you drift off into an otherworldly plane of sweet soul music from every era.
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.
Whitney Houston was one of the most talented singers in the history of pop music. Listen to her treasured voice as well as songs from her biggest influences, closest contemporaries, and indebted followers.
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.
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.
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.
Grab a partner and relive all the awkward moments and sweaty palms of your first slow dances! These '90s pop, pop-rock, and R&B slow jams will have you swaying all night long.
This playlist tells the story of the King of Pop as it plays out on the dancefloor -- from his closest contemporaries in the late '70s disco scene to those who follow, bravely, in his mesmerizing footsteps.
Smooth, soulful, sassy and sexy, R&B music in the 2000s stayed true to the genre's core values, while introducing new beats, styles and vocalists. This station has all the hits from an unforgettable decade.
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.
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.
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.
Let the cool breezes of these laid-back R&B classics put you in a place where stress evaporates on contact and you drift off into an otherworldly plane of sweet soul music from every era.
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.
All of the greatest, uptempo songs from Motown's 1959-1970 Golden Age, digitally remastered from the mono master tapes. Listen to these classics the way they were meant to be heard.
Travel back to a simpler time and let these legendary crooners sing you to sleep. These are the best soft and sentimental doo wop, jazz, and soul songs of the '50s and '60s.
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.
You've just been through a bad breakup and all you want is some alone time with your friends Ben and Jerry. So grab a spoon and turn up the volume on this pop breakup mix -- just don't forget to stock up on tissues first.
A crate-digger's dream, here are the smooth, soulful and funky tracks sampled by Q-Tip and Ali Shaheed Muhammad for their visionary '90s hip hop group, A Tribe Called Quest.
Did Adele turn you on to the current soul-revival scene or the older artists who inspired her? Get deeper into these soulful, sometimes danceable songs by Adele's peers and those who came before them.
Amy Winehouse drew on the rich history classic soul and R&B, but her honest lyrics and stunning vocals made the genre feel vital for a whole new generation. Celebrate her tragically short life with the best songs from her catalog and from the influences she lovingly referenced.
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.
No Doubt emerged onto the alt-rock scene in the mid-90s as a pop-rock/ska band with a riot girl attitude.This playlist features the band’s hit songs, influencers, contemporaries, and singles from Gwen Stefani’s solo career.
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.
Whitney Houston was one of the most talented singers in the history of pop music. Listen to her treasured voice as well as songs from her biggest influences, closest contemporaries, and indebted followers.
Whether you're in your shower, your car, or your local dive bar, these are the party anthems you'll want to sing along to. For a good time, belt out these hits as loud as you can.
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.