Prime Music joins Free Two-Day Shipping, Prime Instant Video and the Kindle Owners’ Lending Library as the newest benefit available exclusively to Prime members
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 12, 2014-- (NASDAQ: AMZN)—Amazon Prime is one of the most popular subscription services, with tens of millions of members. Prime members already enjoy unlimited Free Two-Day Shipping on more than 20 million items, unlimited streaming of tens of thousands of popular movies and TV episodes through Prime Instant Video and access to more than 500,000 books to borrow for free with the Kindle Owners’ Lending Library. Now, Amazon Prime is getting even better—introducing Prime Music.
Introducing Prime Music: over one million songs, hundreds of playlists, unlimited listening, no ads, free with Amazon Prime -- available automatically on Kindle Fire HD/HDX or download the latest Amazon Music app for iOS or Android. (Photo: Business Wire)
With Prime Music, Prime members have unlimited, ad-free access to over a million songs at no additional cost to their membership. Prime Music includes tens of thousands of albums from top artists like Daft Punk, P!nk, Bruno Mars, Blake Shelton, The Lumineers, Bruce Springsteen and Madonna. And we’re just getting started—more music is being added all the time. Prime members can choose exactly which songs and albums to listen to, or they can sit back and listen to hundreds of expert-programmed Prime Playlists. Discovering music is easy thanks to Amazon’s personalized recommendations. Music fans will find tons of music they’ll love, from Grammy winners to indie breakout singers, along with a huge music catalog that can easily be combined with their own collection. Prime members can also download songs from the Prime Music catalog to their mobile devices for offline playback on planes, trains and anywhere they’re without an internet connection.
“When Prime launched nine years ago, the program offered Free Two-Day Shipping on one million items. Today, that selection has grown to over 20 million items. Prime Instant Video now offers unlimited streaming of more than 40,000 movies and TV episodes, up from 5,000 at launch three years ago. And the Kindle Owners’ Lending Library now features more than half a million books to borrow for free,” said Jeff Bezos, Amazon founder and CEO. “Today we’re introducing Prime Music—more than a million songs from some of music’s best artists, plus hundreds of expert-programmed Prime Playlists, all at no additional cost. Prime Music is the latest great addition for Prime members and we think they’re going to love it.”
What Prime Music means for Prime members:
- Your music collection just got a lot bigger—for free with Prime: Over a million songs from artists like Daft Punk, P!nk, Bruno Mars, Blake Shelton, The Lumineers, Bruce Springsteen and Madonna, and hundreds of Prime Playlists, are now available for streaming and offline playback at no additional cost to your Prime membership, with new music added all the time.
- Your mix. Your music: Mix Prime Music songs with your own personal music collection to create the library you’ve always wanted.
- You be the DJ or let us be the DJ—it’s your choice: Build the perfect playlist by choosing songs you already love or songs you just discovered through Amazon’s personalized recommendations. Or, just sit back and listen to one of our hundreds of Prime Playlists designed for all types of genres, occasions, artists, moods and activities, like “Feel Good Country,” “Bad Boy Rock,” “Beards & Baristas: Indie Beats,” “Hip-Hop Workout,” “'90s One-Hit Wonders,” and many others.
- No interruptions from ads: Enjoy an ad-free listening experience with unlimited skips and repeat plays.
- Listen where you want: Enjoy Prime Music on Kindle Fire HD/HDX, iOS, Android, PC, Mac and any Web browser.
- Take it offline: Download your favorite songs and Prime Playlists for offline playback on mobile devices. With offline playback, you can enjoy your music wherever you are—and you can avoid costly data plan charges.
Prime members in the U.S. can start listening to Prime Music today at www.primemusic.com. Kindle Fire HD/HDX devices will get Prime Music in an automatic, over-the-air update. Customers can also download the latest Amazon Music app in the Android and iOS app stores. Eligible customers who are not already Prime members can try Prime Music with a 30-day free trial of Amazon Prime by visiting www.amazon.com/prime.
Here are some of the popular artists included in Prime Music:
| Aerosmith |
| Alan Jackson |
| Alanis Morissette |
| Alice In Chains |
| Alicia Keys |
| Barbra Streisand |
| Beyoncé |
| Billy Joel |
| Blake Shelton |
| Bob Dylan |
| Brad Paisley |
| Britney Spears |
| Bruce Springsteen |
| Bruno Mars |
| Carrie Underwood |
| Celine Dion |
| Cher |
| Christina Aguilera |
| Daft Punk |
| Dave Matthews Band |
| Dire Straits |
| Eagles |
| Ed Sheeran |
| Elvis Presley |
| Eric Clapton |
| Fiona Apple |
| Fleetwood Mac |
| Flo Rida |
| Fun. |
| Green Day |
| HAIM |
| Hall & Oates |
| Janis Joplin |
| Jason Mraz |
| Jimi Hendrix |
| John Coltrane |
| John Denver |
| John Legend |
| John Mayer |
| Johnny Cash |
| Joni Mitchell |
| Josh Groban |
| Journey |
| Kelly Clarkson |
| Kenny Chesney |
| Kid Rock |
| Kidz Bop Kids |
| Kings of Leon |
| LCD Soundsystem |
| Lee Brice |
| Linkin Park |
| Macklemore & Ryan Lewis |
| Madonna |
| Mariah Carey |
| MGMT |
| Michael Bublé |
| Miranda Lambert |
| Neil Young |
| Nickelback |
| Nine Inch Nails |
| Otis Redding |
| Outkast |
| Ozzy Osbourne |
| Passenger |
| Passion Pit |
| Paul Simon |
| Pearl Jam |
| P!nk |
| Pitbull |
| Prince |
| R. Kelly |
| R.E.M. |
| Rage Against The Machine |
| Red Hot Chili Peppers |
| Sade |
| Santana |
| Sara Bareilles |
| Shakira |
| Shinedown |
| Simon & Garfunkel |
| Stevie Ray Vaughan |
| Susan Boyle |
| Talking Heads |
| The Clash |
| The Cure |
| The Doors |
| The Flaming Lips |
| The Head and the Heart |
| The Lumineers |
| The Neighbourhood |
| Tim McGraw |
| Tom Petty |
| Train |
| Van Morrison |
| Whitney Houston |
| Wilco |
| Willie Nelson |
| Zac Brown Band |
Here are some of the expert-programmed Prime Playlists included in Prime Music:
50 Great... | ||||
| 50 Great '90s Alternative Songs | Feel the flannel in your earbuds with alt-rock from Pearl Jam, Green Day, and more. | |||
| 50 Great '60s Rock Songs | From Jan and Dean to Santana, with all stops in between. | |||
| 50 Great Classic Rock Songs | Our favorite songs from the best rockers of the '60s, '70s, and '80s. | |||
| 50 Great '70s Rock Songs | Crank it up and remember when rock ruled with songs from Foreigner, Foghat, ZZ Top, and more. | |||
| 50 Great Epic Classic Rock Songs | Fifty epic rockers, mixing favorites with deep cuts you'll never hear on the radio. | |||
| 50 Great Guitar Solos | Memorable solos and riffs from the likes of Hendrix, Van Halen, Santana, and more. | |||
| 50 Great 2000s Country Songs | A try-not-to-love-it collection of smash hits by some of country's best-known artists. | |||
| 50 Great Classic Country Songs | From Hank Sr. to Hank Jr., with Willie, Dolly, and others mixed in. | |||
| 50 Great Swing Era Songs | Get ready for a long night of dancing to vintage jazz and big band sounds. | |||
| 50 Great '90s Songs | A genre-spanning survey of pop, rock, and hip-hop from the '90s. | |||
| 50 Great Pop Songs of the 2000s | 50 of our favorite songs from Y2K and beyond, featuring Ke$ha, Beyoncé, and more. | |||
| 50 Great Songs of the '80s | Hear Madonna, Van Halen, Prince, and other big stars of the Me Decade. | |||
| 50 Great Wedding Songs | Celebrate and keep the dance floor packed with these cross-generational hits. | |||
| 50 Great '70s R&B Songs | Soulful hits from the '70s with artists like The Isley Brothers, The Emotions, and more. | |||
| 50 Great '90s R&B Songs | From the harmonies of En Vogue to the smoothness of Keith Sweat, the '90s were prime time for R&B. | |||
| 50 Great R&B Slow Jams | Turn off the lights, light a candle, and settle in with 50 era-spanning R&B ballads. | |||
| 50 Great '80s Rock Songs | '80s rock ran the gamut from punk to prog to hairspray metal. Get a taste of the best here. | |||
| Happy & Upbeat | ||||
| Indie Feel Good Music | Upbeat indie rock to make you smile, including tracks from Japandroids, Foals, and more. | |||
| Indie Rock Summer | Let the sun soak into your bones while Best Coast, Haim, Jagwar Ma, and more. | |||
| Ska-Punk Throwback | Throwin' it back with the Ska-Punk stylings of Reel Big Fish, Less Than Jake, Buck-o-Nine and more. | |||
| Indie Pop Commute | Feel good on your drive to and from work with upbeat indie pop. | |||
| Pink Martini's Top Songs | This genre-hopping little orchestra will send you on a musical adventure. | |||
| Classics for Cleaning | Upbeat classics to get the dust flying. | |||
| Feel Good Classic Rock | Vintage riffs to put a smile on your face and a strut in your step. | |||
| Sunny Day Classical | Uplifting classical pieces by the greats, including works from Bach, Mozart, Brahms, and more. | |||
| Feel Good Country | Let these country hits remind you that life is good. | |||
| Hezekiah Walker's Top Songs | Feed your soul with Hezekiah Walker’s relentless energy and positive message. | |||
| Bollywood Lounge Grooves | Experience the best of Bollywood from A. R. Rahman, Asha Bhosle, Atif, Bally Sagoo, and more. | |||
| Maná's Top Songs | Our favorites from one of the biggest bands in Latin rock. | |||
| Tenacious D's Top Songs | Not just a tribute; these are the greatest and best songs in the world by the D. | |||
| Crazy Christmas | Make your yuletide wacky with Christmas hits from artists like Cheech and Chong, Run-DMC, and more. | |||
| Stephen Lynch's Top Songs | Comedian-musician Stephen Lynch with a little something to offend everyone. | |||
| Happy Modern Pop | Feel better about life with these smile-inspiring songs. | |||
| Hot, Sweaty Summer Nights | Easy, breezy pop and dance tunes to keep you cool when the temperature rises. | |||
| Boss, not Bossy | Inspiring songs about girl power, loving yourself and self-worth. You're perfect just how you are. | |||
| Pop to Make You Feel Better | An attitude adjustment, thanks to uplifting pop from Ke$ha, Beyoncé, and friends. | |||
| Get It: Hip-Hop & Pop for Now | You only live once. Let these upbeat songs inspire you to make the most of every day. | |||
| Singing in the Shower | You know the words to these hits, so sing along as you start your day. | |||
| '60s Girl Group Sounds | Experience the wall of sound and just try not to dance to the Ronettes, the Shirelles, and more. | |||
| Make it Funky | Let your backbone slip to these funky tunes old and new, from Whodini to Prince to Zapp. | |||
| Modern R&B Commute | Make bumper-to-bumper more bearable with R&B hits including Beyoncé, Usher, and more. | |||
| Pre-Party: R&B for Getting Glam | Songs to put you in the right frame of mind as you prep for a night out. | |||
| Relaxed & Laid Back | ||||
| Beach House's Top Songs | Drift away to the haunting sounds of dream pop duo Beach House. | |||
| Warm Acoustic Indie | Cozy up to songs by the Lumineers, the Head and the Heart, and more. | |||
| Indie by the Bonfire | Warm yourself next to the fire with these relaxing indie jams perfect for the outdoors. | |||
| Acoustic Hangover Cure | Ease into the morning after a long night with mellow indie vibes. | |||
| Earbuds, You're My Only Friends | Contemplative, chill, and experimental music for solo consumption. | |||
| Relaxing Indie Rock | Let Band of Horses, Beach House, Fleet Foxes, and others help you blow off some steam. | |||
| Indie Romance | Swoon with some of the best indie rock love songs, including Beach House, Band of Horses, and more. | |||
| Chillwave | Press play on this soothing mix and let the indie vibes wash over you. | |||
| Stevie Ray Vaughan's Top Songs | Heavy blues and sweet riffs on hits by Stevie Ray and Double Trouble. | |||
| I Got the Blues for Christmas | Let Lightnin' Hopkins and Mississippi John Hurt provide a soundtrack for coal in your stocking | |||
| Barbra Streisand's Top Songs | A collection of well-loved tunes from dazzling diva and living legend Barbra Streisand. | |||
| Josh Groban's Top Songs | A mix of gorgeous ballads from pop-classical baritone Josh Groban. | |||
| Breezy Summer Classics | Go outside, press play, and relax with these classic summer favorites. | |||
| Classic Rock: Acoustic | Vintage rock titans Neil Young, Fleetwood Mac, and more unplug their axes on this soothing set. | |||
| Classical Dreamtime | Relax yourself to sleep with soothing melodies from Mozart, Beethoven and more. | |||
| Great Piano Concerti | Four complete concerti, all often ranked among the top 10 of all time. | |||
| Classical for Yoga | Classical music with new age and meditative undertones to enhance your yoga practice. | |||
| Classical for Meditation | Find your zen with some of the most relaxing classical music available. | |||
| Relaxing Classical Piano | Classical piano pieces to make you feel lighter than air. | |||
| Relaxing Modern Country | Country ballads to help shake off a long day. | |||
| Classic Country Ballads | Tearjerkers, heartbreakers, and other mellow country classics that stand the test of time. | |||
| Country Nights, Country Mornings | Late nights and early mornings with Johnny Cash, Alan Jackson, and more. | |||
| Relax After Work: Chill Electronic | Let downtempo beats from Tycho, Bonobo, Air, and others help you decompress after the office. | |||
| Blissed-out Rhythms | Relax with this eclectic mix of mellow chill-out tracks. | |||
| The Lumineers and More | Feel the new folk from the Lumineers, the Head and the Heart, Bon Iver, and others. | |||
| Ray LaMontagne and More | Ease into the earthy, soulful vibes from Ray LaMontagne, Van Morrison, and other similar artists. | |||
| The Wailin' Jennys' Top Songs | Beautiful earthy harmonies from the Canadian folk trio. | |||
| Leonard Cohen's Top Songs | Deep voice; deeper thoughts. | |||
| The Civil Wars and More | Standout folk pop by Grammy Award-winning group The Civil Wars and more. | |||
| Joni Mitchell's Top Songs | Stone classics from folk legend Joni Mitchell. | |||
| Joshua Radin's Top Songs | Heartfelt hits including "Beautiful Day," "Only You," "Winter," and more. | |||
| John Denver's Top Songs | Feel sunshine on your shoulders courtesy of relaxing folk classics from this country boy. | |||
| Hot Reggae Jams | Feel the hot fire of sunshine-radiating Jamaican jams. | |||
| Bollywood Oldies | Enjoy melodies from Bollywood's golden era featuring Kishore, Rafi, Lata, Asha, and more. | |||
| Reggae & Ska Roots | Explore the roots of Jamaican music with tracks from Peter Tosh, Alton Ellis, and more. | |||
| Hindi Classical Ragas | Experience the majesty of Hindustani sounds. | |||
| Chill Jazz | Feel the stress leave your body as you enjoy relaxed jazz by Miles, Trane, and other greats. | |||
| Relaxing Jazz | Pour yourself a highball, put your feet up, and watch the sun set over the city. | |||
| Relaxing Christmas | Soothe away that holiday stress with relaxing music from Michael Bublé, Susan Boyle, and more. | |||
| George Winston's Top Songs | Relax, wind down, and get swept away. | |||
| Christmas Crooners | The dulcet tones of Deano, Frank, and other smooth crooners bring you some of our Christmas faves. | |||
| Cozy, Calm Crafternoon | Keep it mellow while allowing the creative juices to flow. | |||
| Chill R&B | A collection of smooth, relaxing R&B jams to help you kick back and chill. | |||
| Rainy Day R&B | Get cozy with these classic R&B ballads featuring artists like Bill Withers, Otis Redding, and more. | |||
| Relaxing Classic Soul | Let Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, and friends help ease your troubled mind with these mellow jams. | |||
| Sleepytime Classic Pop | Snuggle up and drift away to vintage hits. | |||
| Family & Fun | ||||
| Road Tripping with the Kids | Sing-along songs to pass the time and the miles. | |||
| Instrumental Lullabies | Hush the little one to sleep with these gentle, familiar melodies. | |||
| Lessons for the Kids | Silly songs and lessons for your wee ones, from ABC's to 123's. | |||
| Alvin and the Chipmunks and More | Music to keep the kids squeaking and bopping all day. | |||
| Wake up the Kids | Get the wee ones moving in the morning with these rise-and-shine jams. | |||
| Kids' Birthday Party | Celebrate with upbeat fun from pop stars and your favorite children's artists. | |||
| Putting the Baby to Bed | Soothe your precious little one with these sweet, calming lullabies. | |||
| Kids' Classics | Vintage kids' songs parents and grandparents might remember, including folk songs and movie tunes. | |||
| Bathtime for Baby | Make bathtime lots of fun with Bert & Ernie, a little "Splish Splash," and more squeaky-clean songs. | |||
| Hits Are for Kids | These classic hits by Paul Simon, Elvis Presley, and others are good for kids of any age. | |||
| Christmas for Kids | Get amped for Santa with kid-friendly Christmas tunes the whole family can sing along to. | |||
| Kids' Singalong Songs | Let your children shout along to songs they know (and maybe a few they don't). | |||
| 123, ABC for Kids | Counting and spelling songs for kids, featuring Elmo, Dora the Explorer, Caspar Babypants, and more. | |||
| Playdate with Toddlers | Let your kiddos go crazy during playtime to songs by Elmo, SpongeBob SquarePants, and more. | |||
| VeggieTales and More | Your kids may be more interested in singing their vegetables than eating them. | |||
| Songs to Bug Your Parents | Cringe or laugh at this mix of the most unstoppable earworms ever recorded. | |||
| Get the Wiggles Out | Upbeat songs to get the kids bouncing and bopping. | |||
| Kid-Friendly Classic Rock | Dance with the kids to this set of family-friendly oldies and classic rock. | |||
| Dance Party With My Tween | Shake it out with the not-quite-teens to clean songs by Fifth Harmony, One Direction, and others. | |||
| Kid-friendly Pop | Clean pop excellent for in-car singalongs. | |||
| Party Time & Entertaining | ||||
| Indie Dinner Party | Tasty indie rock cuts for your dinner party including songs from Phantogram and Father John Misty. | |||
| Classic Rock Dinner Party | Call some friends, set the menu, and make this the classic rock soundtrack to a beautiful evening. | |||
| Country Party Soundtrack | Bring out the cowboy boots—all our rowdy friends are coming over tonight. | |||
| Country for a Cookout | Fire up the BBQ and put on this mix of country new and old. | |||
| Jazz Dinner Party | Raise your glass to good friends, delicious food, and a soundtrack of classic jazz. | |||
| Cocktail Party Jazz | Playful, uptempo, swinging sounds for your soiree. | |||
| Halloween Party Soundtrack | The spookiest rock, hip-hop, and everything in between for the soundtrack to your Halloween party. | |||
| Backyard Funk Barbeque | What's hotter: the grill or the funk? | |||
| '90s R&B for a Girls' Night | '90s R&B never sounded better: En Vogue, SWV, Monica, and more. | |||
| R&B Dinner Party | A smooth mix of contemporary adult R&B that is the perfect soundtrack for your next dinner party. | |||
| Old School Hip-Hop Party | Put up your cups to the early years of rap, including songs by RUN-DMC, Tone-Loc, and more. | |||
| House Party Hip-Hop | Bangers to get your next party going. | |||
| Hard & Heavy | ||||
| Strong Indie Rock Women | Powerful music from powerful rock 'n' roll bosses including Best Coast, Waxahatchee, and more. | |||
| Breaking the Law | Crime ballads, drug anthems, and other excellent odes to rule-busting. Don't try this at home. | |||
| Bad Boy Rock | Songs by and for rebels from across the ages. | |||
| Punk USA: Hardcore & More | Songs depicting the continuing Decline of Western Civilization and beyond. | |||
| The Offspring Top Songs | The Offspring are still going strong even after three decades as this playlist proves. | |||
| Classic Rock Swagger | Unassailable cool from monsters of classic rock. Roll your windows down and crank it up. | |||
| Classical: Big, Powerful, and Grand | Get pumped with the power of bombastic orchestral music from Wagner, Holst, Bizet, and more. | |||
| Hard Rock, Hard Body | Feel the burn and push on through with this heavy mix. | |||
| Dark & Dangerous | Heavy, dark music from the 90s and 00s. | |||
| Lamb of God's Top Songs | A sacramental tribute to our favorite blast beats and riffs from Lamb of God. | |||
| System of a Down and More | The heavy-hitting songs of System of a Down are featured here with Deftones, Mudvayne, and more. | |||
| RED's Top Songs | Top songs of RED. Includes their hard hits and Christian chart toppers. | |||
| Disturbed and More | Raise your fists and bang your head to Disturbed, Staind, Slipknot, and more. | |||
| Killswitch Engage's Top Songs | Rip into the heaviest hits from one of the mightiest metalcore bands on Earth. | |||
| As I Lay Dying's Top Songs | Get pumped to As I Lay Dying's hardest hits. | |||
| Avenged Sevenfold and More | Feel the power of A7X along with Slipknot, Atreyu, and more heaviness. | |||
| Coheed and Cambria and More | Deftones, Sword, and others join Coheed and Cambria on their adventure. | |||
| Bring Me the Horizon's Top Songs | Excellent heaviness from the British metalcore stars. | |||
| August Burns Red's Top Songs | Passionate raging from these spiritual hardcore rockers. | |||
| Ozzy Osbourne's Top Songs | Rock classics from the Prince of Darkness. | |||
| Alter Bridge and More | Myles Kennedy and friends bring you the heaviness you want. | |||
| The Heaviest Metal | Call it stoner, sludge, doom, metal, plain old rock or whatever—this is heavier than lead. | |||
| Windows Down Rock | Heavy sounds that will make you want to push the pedal through the floor. | |||
| Flogging Molly's Top Songs | Get your aggressive Irish jig ready. These are the top songs from Irish punk band Flogging Molly. | |||
| Trans-Siberian Orchestra's Top Songs | TSO mixes symphonic classical music with rock metal to create these epic Christmas masterpieces. | |||
| Energetic & Fast Tempo | ||||
| LCD Soundsystem and More | Feel the beat from James Murphy's LCD Soundsystem and more. | |||
| Green Day's Top Songs | From the streets of Berkeley to the top of the charts, these are our favorite songs from Green Day. | |||
| Indie Workout | Get your blood and your fists pumping to uptempo songs by LCD Soundsystem, the Walkmen, and others. | |||
| Pop Punk's Golden Era | Feeling nostalgic? Crank up the volume on these pop-punk favorites. | |||
| Classic Rock for Runners | Stay on a steady pace or push for a new personal record with the Doors, ZZ Top, Van Halen, and more. | |||
| Kaskade's Top Songs | Head out onto the dance floor and groove your way through the night to Kaskade's top dance hits. | |||
| Neon-colored Party | Stay hydrated and keep dancing. | |||
| Hard Beats, Hard Body | Find motivation in this adrenaline-inducing playlist and take your workout up a notch. | |||
| Calvin Harris and More | Calvin Harris leads this dance party featuring Steve Aoki, David Guetta, and more. | |||
| Daft Punk's Top Songs | Do the robot to our favorite songs from Paris' masked and mighty synthpop duo. | |||
| Driving Beats: Electronic Road Trip | A mix of electronic music to kick you into overdrive, including tracks from Daft Punk and more. | |||
| Jazz Workout | Uptempo, high-energy jazz music to keep you motivated throughout your fitness routine. | |||
| Jazz for Runners | Pound the pavement (or treadmill) to songs from Charles Mingus, Miles Davis, and more. | |||
| '90s Pop Workout | Let this blast of upbeat nostalgia help you push your workout to the next level. | |||
| '80s Pop for Runners | Ain't nothin' gonna break your stride with upbeat pop from Duran Duran, Wham!, and more. | |||
| Classic Soul Workout | Let these classic soul tracks give your workout a boost and put a smile on your face. | |||
| Rock out Your Workout | Lifting weights? Losing weight? Rock it out with these heavyweights. | |||
| Rock for Runners | Hard-hitting rock for your run to victory, including Kings of Leon, P.O.D., and more. | |||
| Work, Study, & Reading | ||||
| For Reading: Epic Fantasy | Enhance the adventure and allow this epic soundtrack help you sink into your fantasy. | |||
| Cooking with Classical | Mostly allegro to keep you moving in the kitchen. | |||
| Rousing Classical Piano | Classical piano to keep you engaged and active. | |||
| Rainy Day Classical | The perfect accompaniment to drips and drops, courtesy of Chopin, Beethoven, Mozart, and others. | |||
| Relaxing String Quartets | Calming string quartets, including works from Mozart, Beethoven, Dvorak, and more. | |||
| Mellow Classical for Work | Stay focused through a long workday with these peaceful classical tunes. | |||
| For Reading: Romance | Swoon-worthy instrumental melodies that pair perfectly with romantic literature. | |||
| For Reading: Historical Fiction | Envelop yourself in the past with a good book and these instrumental melodies. | |||
| Classical for Reading | Soothing sounds from Mozart, Chopin, and more. | |||
| For Reading: Non-Fiction | Learn more about the world around you with some non-fiction and these instrumental melodies. | |||
| Relaxing Classical Music | Enjoy these elegant, peaceful classical songs to de-stress and unwind after a long day. | |||
| Country Work Songs | Jason Aldean, Johnny Cash, and more sing songs about working (and clocking out). | |||
| Gaming Zone-Out | Level up your speakers as you level up your characters. | |||
| For Reading: Graphic Novels | Sink into your comics, Manga, or graphic novels with these minimal beats. | |||
| Uptempo Jazz for Work | Swing your way through the day with tracks from Mingus, Brubeck, Basie, and more. | |||
| For Reading: Crime Fiction | Sink into that noir novel with this selection of moody jazz designed to enhance your reading. | |||
| For Reading: Literary Fiction | An instrumental soundtrack for your literary explorations. | |||
| For Reading: Adventure | Set forth on an adventure with a good book as your guide and this music as your sidekick. | |||
| For Reading: Mystery | Hauntingly beautiful pieces to increase the drama and enhance your reading experience. | |||
| Alternative & Indie Rock | ||||
| Blue October and More | Stone Sour, Paramore, and others join Blue October on a rock 'n' roll journey. | |||
| Depeche Mode's Top Songs | Hits like "Personal Jesus" and "Policy of Truth" made them influential across genres for decades. | |||
| Fiona Apple's Top Songs | Packed with sharp edges, Fiona Apple makes intense, complex, and stunning music. | |||
| The Shins' Top Songs | Our favorite songs from a life-changing band. | |||
| Kings of Leon's Top Songs | Soak in the Southern-rooted rock of Nashville band Kings of Leon. | |||
| Neko Case's Top Songs | Our favorite songs by the whip-smart and tough Neko Case. | |||
| New Order's Top Songs | Hits from one of the most distinctive bands of the '80s. | |||
| Franz Ferdinand and More | Danceable rock for and by smart people. | |||
| The Strokes' Top Songs | Is this it, the Strokes playlist you've been searching for? With "Last Nite," "Reptilia," and more. | |||
| Bedford Ave. Hipster Hits | Brooklyn's calling: indie rock from the bearded borough. | |||
| Beards & Baristas: Indie Beats | Electro-infused indie music for the discerning hipster. | |||
| New Wave Rave Up | Revisit the cutting edge of the late '70s & early '80s with Talking Heads, Devo, and more. | |||
| Santigold and More | Move to the sounds of Santigold, Tegan and Sara, Sleigh Bells, and more. | |||
| Alt-J and More | The best from Alt-J, LCD Soundsystem, MS MR, Phoenix, and more. | |||
| MGMT and More | Get in touch with the electric feel of whimsical art-rock duo MGMT and more. | |||
| Tegan and Sara's Top Songs | From glittery electro-dance to emotive pop-rock, explore the Canadian twins' genre-spanning career. | |||
| Gorillaz' Top Songs | Feel good with the excellent and animated Gorillaz. | |||
| Cake's Top Songs | A vibraslap, some wit, and a trumpet make for a little slice of Heaven. | |||
| Panic! At the Disco and More | Keep your composure on the dance floor with pop hits from Panic! At the Disco, Paramore, and more. | |||
| Fitz & The Tantrums and More | Dance the night away with songs from Fitz & The Tantrums, Broken Bells, Haim, and more. | |||
| Foster the People and More | You better run to this playlist featuring Foster the People, Young The Giant, Phoenix, and more. | |||
| Passion Pit and More | Feelings, synths, and beats abound, with songs by Passion Pit, Grouplove, Strfkr, and more. | |||
| The Sound of Seattle | Hits from the height of grunge and the Seattle artists that followed. | |||
| Phoenix and More | Ultra-catchy synth-fueled jams from French studio heads Phoenix and other like-minded artists. | |||
| The Cure's Top Songs | Be in love every day of the week with "Pictures of You," "Lullabye," "Boys Don't Cry," and more. | |||
| Alternative Throwback | Break out the old flannels; it's time to take a trip back to the grungy '90s. | |||
| Pearl Jam's Top Songs | Twenty years' worth of alt-rock classics from these Seattle rock veterans. | |||
| Incubus' Top Songs | Brandon Boyd and company take rock to interesting places. | |||
| Red Hot Chili Peppers Top Songs | Feel the funk with these Chili Peppers hits including "Give It Away," "Under the Bridge," and more. | |||
| We've Got You Covered | Crazy good cover versions of songs you know by artists you may not. | |||
| Endless Bummer | Wanna feel all the sads? Here are some songs sure to turn any smile upside down. | |||
| Me Time: Introspective Indie | For when all you want is your headphones to keep you company. | |||
| The Head and the Heart and More | Folksy vibes from the Head and the Heart, the Avett Brothers, Blind Pilot, and more. | |||
| Regina Spektor's Top Songs | An eclectic collection both lyrical and satirical, including "Fidelity," "Samson," "Us," and more. | |||
| Christian Music | ||||
| Relient K's Top Songs | Our favorite songs from both sides of Relient K's impressive crossover career. | |||
| Bethel Music's Top Songs | Bethel Music delivers worship songs to inspire you and lift your spirits. | |||
| Phil Wickham’s Top Songs | Feel the Holy Spirit move through you with the best songs from Christian pop star Phil Wickham. | |||
| Selah's Top Songs | Find spiritual inspiration and love with this contemporary Christian trio. | |||
| Third Day's Top Songs | Lift your spirits with songs by one of the most popular Christian acts from the '90s until now. | |||
| MercyMe's Top Songs | Bright, faith-fueled rock from Christian music heavyweights MercyMe. | |||
| Natalie Grant's Top Songs | Pure Christian pop from this four-time Dove Award winner. | |||
| Casting Crowns' Top Songs | Let the music and ministry of Casting Crowns touch your spirit. | |||
| Praise Party | Feel good with positive-message pop and hip-hop. | |||
| FLAME's Top Songs | Big beats and spiritual lyrics from Christian hip-hop artist FLAME. | |||
| Give Glory: Songs of Faith | Joyfully praise His name with this collection of worship songs. | |||
| Classic Rock | ||||
| Lou Reed's Top Songs | Rock hits from Velvet Underground founding member Lou Reed. | |||
| Harry Nilsson and More | We can't live if living is without these Nilsson songs. | |||
| Dire Straits' Top Songs | A collection of hits from the sultans of swing, Dire Straits. | |||
| Jimi Hendrix's Top Songs | In his short career, he made an everlasting impact on rock & roll. | |||
| Boz Scaggs' Top Songs | Soft, soulful hits from singer, songwriter, and guitarist Boz Scaggs. | |||
| The Doors' Top Songs | Hits from the iconic psychedelic rock band, including "Light My Fire," "Touch Me," and more. | |||
| Billy Joel's Top Songs | Our favorite songs from the Piano Man himself. | |||
| Classic Rock: British Excellence | If you like your rock with an accent, you might fancy these vintage songs from across the pond. | |||
| Classic Aerosmith's Top Songs | Jump back in the saddle with classic cuts from the boys from Boston. | |||
| Bruce Springsteen's Top Songs | The best from The Boss. | |||
| Boston and More | The songs are big and so are the bands; here are Boston, Journey, YES, and more. | |||
| Paul Simon's Top Songs | After leaving Simon & Garfunkel, the New Jersey native delivered hit after hit for five decades. | |||
| Journey's Top Songs | Believe it; these are our favorite Journey songs. | |||
| Crushing It: Classic Rock for Ruling | A classic soundtrack to a movie featuring you being awesome. | |||
| Classic Rock Commute | Classic cuts for and about moving down the road from Boston, ZZ Top, the Eagles, and more. | |||
| Retro Beach Party | Turn back the clock and catch some rays with vintage beach-friendly tunes. | |||
| Classic Rock Workout | This collection of rock classics will put your workout into overdrive. | |||
| The Clash's Top Songs | Our favorite songs from the rock 'n' roll revolutionaries. | |||
| Classic Rock Anthems | Feel the glory with tracks from Ozzy Osbourne, Journey, Van Halen, and others. | |||
| Bob Dylan's Top Songs | A sampling of the best from the greatest troubadour of the last 100 years. | |||
| Eagles' Top Songs | For taking it easy or living life in the fast lane—check out any time you like | |||
| Eric Clapton's Top Songs | Soulful singer, killer blues guitarist, writes a great pop song—Clapton does it all. | |||
| Fleetwood Mac's Top Songs | A little blues band that morphed into a mega-platinum pop juggernaut. | |||
| Simon & Garfunkel's Top Songs | Here's to these hits from folk icons Simon & Garfunkel. | |||
| Country | ||||
| Brooks & Dunn's Top Songs | Boot scootin' boogie to decades of hits from Brooks & Dunn. | |||
| Martina McBride's Top Songs | Experience the emotionally charged crossover career of Martina McBride. | |||
| Jason Isbell's Top Songs | Sink into the soulful earthiness of southern rocker Jason Isbell. | |||
| Tim McGraw's Top Songs | Discover the many moods of one of country music's biggest superstars. | |||
| LeAnn Rimes' Top Songs | The greatest hits from this big-voiced country pop spitfire. | |||
| Steve Earle and More | Renaissance man Steve Earle is joined by fellow troubadours. | |||
| Brad Paisley's Top Songs | Chart-topping country smashes from one of Nashville's most consistent hitmakers. | |||
| Classic Country Women | Get to know Dolly, Loretta, Patsy, and more of the greatest female country artists who ever lived. | |||
| Modern Country Commute | Goin' to work gone country. | |||
| Chemically-Altered Country | A collection of some of the best drinking songs in classic and modern country music. | |||
| Country Love from Him to Her | Get all romantical with tender feeling courtesy of some southern gentlemen. | |||
| Alan Jackson's Top Songs | These smash hits from superstar Alan Jackson mix traditional honky-tonk with contemporary country. | |||
| Johnny Cash's Top Songs | All of our favorites from the man in black. | |||
| Kenny Chesney's Top Songs | Soak in the sunshine with the beach-infused country hits of Kenny Chesney. | |||
| Miranda Lambert and More | Sassy country tracks from the pink pistol Miranda Lambert and more. | |||
| Waylon Jennings' Top Songs | Honky-tonk classics from the outlaw country legend. | |||
| Pistol Annies and More | Women rule this country playlist featuring Pistol Annies, Miranda Lambert, and more. | |||
| Turn It up in Your Truck | Roll the windows down, turn up this fun, upbeat country mix and sing at the top of your lungs. | |||
| Country Hits | Smashes from the biggest names in country including Brad, Miranda, and Kenny. | |||
| Country Christmas | Celebrate with country stars old and new. | |||
| Country Romance | Melt your country heart with some of our favorite southern ballads and love songs. | |||
| Tear in My Beer: Sad Country | Pull out the Kleenex and get emotional with these tear-jerker country ballads. | |||
| Campfire Country | Toast your s'mores to the sound of country hits from today and yesterday. | |||
| Willie Nelson's Top Songs | A collection of favorites from country music's original rebel outlaw. | |||
| Honky Tonk Heroes | Put on your favorite boots and get ready to two step or shed a tear to Hank, Waylon, and company. | |||
| Jazz | ||||
| Cooking with Jazz | We've cooked up this cheerful and delicious jazz mix to give you the perfect kitchen soundtrack. | |||
| Miles to Go: A Jazz Roadtrip | Hit the road with jazz favorites from Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Charlie Parker, and more. | |||
| Romantic Jazz Ballads | Vocal and instrumental cuts in the key of love. | |||
| Baby Makin’ Jazz | A smooth jazz mix that makes the perfect soundtrack for a romantic night in. | |||
| Jazz Classics | Dig essential jazz recordings from all-time greats, including Miles, Charlie Parker, and more. | |||
| Sweet Smooth Jazz | Relax with a long, soulful set featuring stars like Chris Botti, Kenny G., and others. | |||
| Coffee Shop Jazz | Some Mingus, Monk, and more to go with that extra shot of espresso. | |||
| Paul Hardcastle's Top Songs | Smooth jazz and upbeat electronica by one of the most relaxing artists around. | |||
| Jazz Gets the Blues | Get low with jazz greats like Miles Davis, Billie Holiday, and Jimmy Smith. | |||
| Rainy Day Jazz | Cozy up to warm, mellow jazz to ease those rainy day blues. | |||
| Pop | ||||
| Whitney Houston's Top Songs | Timeless hits from the most majestic voice of a generation. | |||
| George Michael's Top Songs | Dance your heart out to the best songs from George Michael. | |||
| Sarah McLachlan's Top Hits | Grab a box of tissues for these emotionally charged hits from Sarah McLachlan. | |||
| Uncle Kracker and More | Smile along to Uncle Kracker's blend of country, rock, and rap. | |||
| Pop for a Picnic | Spread out your blanket and fire up the portable speaker for this soundtrack to your feast. | |||
| '80s One-Hit Wonders | Tease up your Flock of Seagulls 'do and reminisce over one-timers like A-Ha, Nena, and more. | |||
| '90s One-Hit-Wonders | It only took one hit to win our hearts. Take a sec to remember EMF, Skee Lo, and other old friends. | |||
| Great Songs You've Never Heard | We've unearthed fantastic pop songs that deserve to be more popular. | |||
| New Christmas Favorites | Celebrate the season with holiday songs by today's hitmakers including Kelly Clarkson and more. | |||
| I <3 U: Pop Hits for a Tweenage Crush | When you don't have the words to express all your feelings, let the songs do it for you. | |||
| '70s Light Pop Perfection | Keep it smooth with breezy classics from Bee Gees, Air Supply, and more. | |||
| Great '90s Boy Bands | Shoot a video of yourself singing in the rain to songs by Backstreet Boys, *NSYNC, and more. | |||
| Disco Classics | Turn the beat around and around with these disco classics. | |||
| Jason Mraz's Top Songs | Mr. A-Z is all about the wordplay; we're all about these songs by the laid-back singer-songwriter. | |||
| Weird Al Yankovic's Top Songs | Clever parodies and gut-busting polka mashups from Weird Al. | |||
| Prince's Top Songs | Let’s go crazy with the Minneapolis sound of the multi-genre superstar. | |||
| Hall & Oates' Top Songs | Blue-eyed soul from the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Famers. | |||
| Lily Allen and More | Spiky pop songs from Lily Allen, P!nk, Foxes, and more. | |||
| Glee Cast's Top Songs | The big sound from the small screen is sure to delight with these covers from the Glee Cast. | |||
| Duran Duran and More | A journey through the hits of Duran Duran is a trip through the '80s and beyond. | |||
| Bruno Mars and More | Irresistible pop treasures from pompadoured singer Bruno Mars and more. | |||
| Michael Bublé's Top Songs | A selection of hits from this modern-day crooner, from swing-era classics to soul and beyond. | |||
| Christina Aguilera's Top Songs | She keeps gettin' better. All the biggest hits from the pint-sized songstress with the huge voice. | |||
| The Monkees and More | Hey, hey, it's the best songs by the Monkees. | |||
| Madonna's Top Songs | Smash hits from four decades of pop dominance by the material girl. | |||
| Kelly Clarkson's Top Songs | Our favorite songs by the original Idol and pop diva Kelly Clarkson. | |||
| P!nk's Top Songs | Get the party started with a decade's worth of edgy pop smashes from P!nk. | |||
| I Didn't Need You Anyway | Empowering break-up songs about moving onwards and upwards. Honey, you're so much better off. | |||
| '90s Dance Floor Fillers | Pull out your enormous cell phone and invite your friends to this totally sweet '90s dance party. | |||
| Powerful Women of Pop | Powerful pop tunes from powerful women, including Beyoncé, Kelly Clarkson, and more. | |||
| '80s Dance Floor Fillers | Like, omigod, it's a full-on '80s dance party. Prince, Madonna, and you are on the guest list. | |||
| Christmas Classics | Some holiday tunes only get better with age. Enjoy classics from Elvis, Rosemary Clooney, and more. | |||
| Oldies for Christmas | Turn back the clock and tip back some eggnog while you hear Otis Redding, Elvis Presley, and more. | |||
| Dave Matthews Band's Top Songs | From "Ants Marching" to "Crash Into Me," enjoy the DMB hits you know and love. | |||
| The Script and More | The Script star in this set, joined by The Fray, Ed Sheeran, and other similar artists. | |||
| Relaxing Acoustic Pop | Unwind to the mellow acoustic sounds of Ed Sheeran, Jason Mraz, Passenger, and more. | |||
| Mat Kearney And More | Mellow tunes from Mat Kearney, Gavin DeGraw, Jason Mraz, and more. | |||
| Ed Sheeran and More | Smart, sensitive, acoustic pop from Ed Sheeran, Jason Mraz, Passenger, and more. | |||
| Dido's Top Songs | "White Flag" to "Thank You" and more of Dido's greatest songs. | |||
| I <3 Pop Hits | Romance your ear buds with feelgood love songs by current hit-makers. | |||
| R&B | ||||
| Toni Braxton's Top Songs | She tugs at your heart and makes you fall in love all over again. Here are Toni Braxton's top songs. | |||
| Alicia Keys' Top Songs | Soulful R&B hits from our favorite girl on fire. | |||
| Luther Vandross' Top Songs | Feel the love with this romantic mix of songs spanning the career of one of the all-time greats. | |||
| Ray Charles' Top Songs | True soul from the genius. | |||
| Otis Redding's Top Songs | Our favorites from the "King of Soul" and one of the greatest singers in music history. | |||
| Maxwell's Top Songs | Soundtrack your date night with this romantic playlist from neo-soul artist Maxwell. | |||
| Sweaty Summer Soul | Grab a cool drink and enjoy the hot sounds of Ray Charles, Sam Cooke, and Aretha Franklin. | |||
| The Sound of New Orleans | Get in touch with the soul of New Orleans with songs from and about the Big Easy. | |||
| Janelle Monáe and More | Like-minded characters Prince, Lianne La Havas, and others join the fabulous Ms. Monáe here. | |||
| TLC's Top Songs | T-Boz, Left Eye, and Chilli bring it with their sassy lyrics and catchy R&B beats. | |||
| Chris Brown and More | It’s time for Team Breezy to get down with these dance and R&B tracks from Chris Brown and more. | |||
| CeeLo Green and More | Get down to the quirky soul of CeeLo along with Janelle Monáe, Estelle, and more. | |||
| Destiny's Child's Top Songs | Mega-smashes from the diva trio, including "Survivor," "Say My Name," "Bootylicious," and more. | |||
| New R&B for Lovers | A seductive mix of sexy and romantic R&B tracks by some of the genre's biggest names today. | |||
| Sunday Morning Soul | Forget last night with Curtis Mayfield, The Staple Singers, and more. | |||
| Classic Soul Ballads | Slow dance to these silky smooth vintage R&B ballads. | |||
| X-Rated R&B Slow Jams | NSFW songs to turn up the sexy on any situation. | |||
| John Legend's Top Songs | Immerse yourself in the smooth sophistication and soul of John Legend. | |||
| R. Kelly's Top Songs | Our favorites from the man who puts the R in R&B. | |||
| Sade's Top Songs | We have no ordinary love for these hits by the ethereal Sade. | |||
| Rap & Hip-Hop | ||||
| RUN-DMC and More | Our favorites by the crew voted the most influential act in the history of hip-hop. | |||
| Outkast's Top Songs | A mix of the Atlanta hip-hop duo's biggest hits, from ATLiens to Idlewild and beyond. | |||
| Flo Rida and More | Let Flo Rida, Pitbull, Taio Cruz, and friends spin you right 'round with upbeat hip-hop and R&B. | |||
| Hip-Hop for Your Commute | Press play on these big-time bangers to get you ready for that ride to work. | |||
| Hip-Hop Workout | Keep your grind on 100 on the weights or on the treadmill with cuts from T.I., Meek Mill, and more. | |||
| Drank in My Cup: Party Hip-Hop | If you're having a party in your house or your headphones, get turnt with this. | |||
| Mixtape Masters | The rappers with the realest feels, trill beats, and Tumblrs. | |||
| Stay Grindin': Rap Motivation | Stay on task through the daily grind with these heavy hip-hop beats. | |||
| Juicy J's Top Songs | A compilation of tracks by Three 6 Mafia’s founding member Juicy J. | |||
| A Tribe Called Quest's Top Songs | Phife Dawg, Ali Shaheed Muhammad, Q-Tip, and Jarobi. A-E-I-O-U and sometimes Y. | |||
| Chill, Jazzy Hip-Hop | Laid-back, jazzy hip-hop tunes from artists like A Tribe Called Quest, The Pharcyde, and more. | |||
| Rock | ||||
| Bush's Top Songs | From bone-grinding rock to gentle ballads from British rockers Bush. | |||
| Social Distortion's Top Songs | The story of your life set to chugging punk rock chords courtesy of Social D. | |||
| Phil Collins' Top Songs | Can you feel it coming in the air tonight? Oh lord. | |||
| Daughtry's Top Songs | It's no surprise Chris Daughtry became a breakout star post-Idol. Dig into some of his best. | |||
| You Can’t Fire Me...I Quit | Tracks to get you pumped up about quitting your job (or to help you daydream about it). | |||
| '80s Rock Anthems | Irresistible rock anthems from Journey, Van Halen, Bruce Springsteen, and more. | |||
| Maybe Too Much Love? | Love songs that maybe go a little beyond the line of romance. | |||
| Matchbox Twenty's Top Songs | More than 15 years' worth of work from Rob Thomas and company. | |||
| Elvis Presley's Top Songs | A selection of undisputed classics from Elvis Presley. Hail to the king. | |||
| High School Detention Blues | Songs about and for teenage schooltime rebellion. | |||
| Three Days Grace and More | Get in touch with the animal you've become with music from Three Days Grace, Disturbed, and more. | |||
| Kid Rock's Top Songs | The biggest hits from Detroit's redneck rock 'n' roller. | |||
| Nickelback's Top Songs | Our favorite hits from these Canadian rockstars. | |||
| Hair Metal Classics | Feel the power of rock in your heart and the sting of hairspray in your eyes with these '80s hits. | |||
| '80s Rock Ballads | Get all sentimental with these '80s rock ballads, including songs from Journey, Winger, and more. | |||
| Jeff Buckley and More | Jeff Buckley is joined by some of the greatest voices in music. | |||
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