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   '00s Slow Jams

   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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   Bryan Wilson's Favorite Songs [EXCLUSIVE]

   Gospel artist Bryan Wilson shares his handpicked playlist of songs he calls, "Inspiring, anthems to enjoy and share."
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   Essential '90s R&B

   As its new, diverse, and endlessly exciting sounds drew inspiration from across the musical spectrum, R&B came to define American mainstream music in the '90s. Here are the key tracks from R&B's most vital decade.
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   Introspective Rap

   An intimate experience with some of rap's most compelling introspective and philosophical songs.
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   Lacville '79

   The rap, R&B, and soul-centric soundtrack for the Cadillac that has been passed down through the generations. If those spokes could speak...
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   Laid-Back R&B

   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.
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   Men of Gospel

   The men who bring up the heavenly vocals of Gospel music. Brought to you by Lead Editor Oretha Winston Elev8.com.
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   Morning Inspiration: Hip Hop/R&B

   Nothing gets you through even the toughest mornings like these feel-good, contemporary hip hop and R&B jams. Face the day with soul and power!
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   Neo Soul

   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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    Produced by Kanye West

    A bunch of songs produced by Yeezy from the last decade.
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    Rap-a-Lot Records: Chopped & Screwed

    Listen to the best chopped & screwed versions of songs from the legendary Houston, TX based record label, Rap-a-Lot Records. Notable artists include Geto Boys, Scarface, and Bun B.
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    Romance by Guitar

    Great music sometimes only requires one great guitarist. A great melody in beautiful harmony with six strings can be as powerful as a full orchestra. Enjoy these classic guitar works, perfect for an intimate dinner party for two.
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    Shout Hallelujah: Contemporary Gospel

    Urban Gospel maintains all the soul of earlier gospel while adding passion, humility and an electrified joy of praise that exceeds all boundaries. It'll make you shout Hallelujah!
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    Sons Of Soul

    Soul music re-emerged and took on many forms throughout the 90's and 00's, often referred to as Neo Soul or Soul Revival. Here’s an eclectic collection of songs from the men that captured that spirit.
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    Southern Rap BBQ

    Let these laid back, southern-fried hip-hop grooves soundtrack your next good-time BBQ gathering. Slow your roll.
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    The Definitive Slow Jam Collection

    Nothing sets the mood like a slow and soulful R&B ballad. From Anita Baker to Jill Scott, from Marvin to Prince, these are the most potent slow jams from throughout the years.
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    The Dungeon Family

    A collection of music created by and/or featuring members of the Atlanta, Georgia based hip hop/R&B/soul musical collective, the Dungeon Family. Most notable members include Outkast, Goodie Mob, and Organized Noize Productions.
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    The World of Kirk Franklin

    Kirk Franklin is one of the few artists whose music has bridged the gap between gospel and popular urban culture. Listen to songs by his closest contemporaries, indebted followers, and Kirk himself. http://www.kirkfranklin.com