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    As the '90s became the '00s, indie bands began doing the unthinkable: embracing and creating dance music. Here's some of the best indie dance from the past decade.
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    Although MTV-friendly new wavers and poodle-haired metal bands got much of the decade's attention, the 1980s were vintage years for mainstream pop and rock. Kick back to all your favorites from the era of polo shirts and big sunglasses.
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    Today's hottest hip hop club anthems.
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    If you want to go from zero to hero in no time at all, you're gonna need an '80s-style montage with bombastic Big Hair anthems; endless synth lines, epic guitar solos, and absurdly inspirational lyrics. Da na na naaaaaaaaa!
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    Despite the prominence of malaise-infused genres like grunge, the '90s yielded a glut of shamelessly fun-loving, crowd-pleasing hits. Here's our salute to the '90s songs that made us feel so good.

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    The hardest partying, most indulgent '80s rock stars were at their best when they showed their sensitive side. These hit love songs feature the dramatic choruses, passionate vocals, wailing guitar solos, and epic drum fills that defined an era.
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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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    All your favorite one-hit wonders from the '90s.
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    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.
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    Whether it's an artist redefining their own song or someone taking a cheeky crack at a popular favorite, artists love to perform without the aid of electricity. Check out these stripped-down and unplugged renditions of pop songs.
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    At the end of the relationship, sometimes you just want to wallow. These classic lost-love ballads from the 1980s are the perfect soundtrack to a good cry.
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    Songs by Alice In Chains and similar artists
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    Tonight, celebrate your love with these smash love ballads of the '80s. From quiet-storm crooners to power ballad rockers, each of these hit tunes will make you want to be with your beloved. Shoulder pads and hairspray optional.
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    These fun and upbeat songs from the alternative side of the pop music spectrum will keep you energized while you exercise.
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    Revolutionary stateside developments in techno, house and hip-hop led to the evolutionary hybrids of UK and European electronica. Discover the artists who paved the way for the genre's explosive popularity in the late 1990s.
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    Asian Underground is a catch-all term for British artists and DJs of South Asian (Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi and Sri Lankan) descent who use the traditional sounds they heard in their homes growing up to create sexy beats for western nightlife.
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    Dust off that old Gazelle or Thighmaster, zip up your neon tracksuit, and burn off the calories with this eclectic mix of energizing hits from the 1990s.
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    Songs by Camouflage and similar artists
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    Songs by Chromeo and similar artists
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    Listen to great songs from every EDM producer/DJ who performed at the 2012 Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival in Indio, California.
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    Bhangra is a lively, percussive form of folk music and harvest dance from the Indian state of Punjab. Bhangra has enjoyed a surge in popularity worldwide, both in traditional form and as a fusion with genres such as hip-hop and reggae.
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    This brooding set of synth-pop features acts ranging from Tubeway Army to LCD Soundsystem.
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    Songs by Depeche Mode and similar artists
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    Bring down the house with this collection of today's most massive electro house and dubstep tracks.
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    The best relaxing, sleep-inducing songs for passing out and getting some zzzzzz's.
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    Despite the prominence of malaise-infused genres like grunge, the '90s yielded a glut of shamelessly fun-loving, crowd-pleasing hits. Here's our salute to the '90s songs that made us feel so good.
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    Bust a move to these memorable hits from the '80s and '90s. Relive all the pop, hip-hop and alt-rock songs you secretly -- or not so secretly -- love to sing along to.
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    Cold, skittish electronica from witch house to post-dubstep with beautifully brooding synthpop sprinkled into the mix.
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    Sweet, romantic indie songs that provide the perfect soundtrack for a make out session.
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    Songs by Muse and similar artists
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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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    Although MTV-friendly new wavers and poodle-haired metal bands got much of the decade's attention, the 1980s were vintage years for mainstream pop and rock. Kick back to all your favorites from the era of polo shirts and big sunglasses.
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    Step back to the age of big hair and even bigger hooks. Enjoy these 80 classic pop-rock hits of the neon decade, every single one of them a Top 10 chart smash.
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    Also referred to as psychill, psybient is a genre of electronic music heavily influenced by world music and psychedelic sounds. Wherever you are, these songs will take you somewhere else.
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    Take a trip into the hypnotic world of psychedelia and Goa trance music. Go on a celestial journey from the comfort of your own private chill-out room.
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    Serrated synth blasts from the bands/DJs who blend the raucous instrumentation of punk and disco with the noisy euphoria of techno and acid house -- decadence at its sweatiest.
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    The greatest 12-inch and club mixes from the 1980s' best new wave, synth-pop, dance and rock artists. Explore the '80s one foot at a time!
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    If you want to go from zero to hero in no time at all, you're gonna need an '80s-style montage with bombastic Big Hair anthems; endless synth lines, epic guitar solos, and absurdly inspirational lyrics. Da na na naaaaaaaaa!
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    Songs by The Knife and similar artists
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    In the early 2010s, we've seen a new emergence of fun, upbeat pop music created by alternative-leaning artists. Enjoy some new songs about celebrating, dancing, and (often) being in love.
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    Journey's powerful, timeless rock ballads have made them one of the most commercially successful rock bands of all time. This playlist includes songs by Journey (and its members' side projects) and their closest contemporaries. http://www.journeymusic.com
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    Songs by Thompson Twins and similar artists
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    Today's hottest hip hop club anthems.
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