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Evergreen
Striking Bops from May 2026 | Playlist
Striking Bops from May 2026 features songs by Diljit Dosanjh, Durand Bernarr, Joyce Wrice, Madonna & Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Rodrigo, and Wyatt Flores.
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Music
Charli xcx, SS26 | Song Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Grammy-winning pop singer-songwriter Charli XCX delivers a catchy but reflective and thought-provoking pop/rock single in “SS26.”
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LGBTQ
Lola Young, From Down Here | Song Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Grammy-winning South East London singer-songwriter Lola Young shines on her authentic, introspective single, “From Down Here.”
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Evergreen
15 Incredibly Irresistible I Songs | Playlist
15 Incredibly Irresistible I Songs features songs by Artemas, Bruno Mars, Hector Lopez, Michael Bolton, Simon & Garfunkel, and Tyler, The Creator.
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Bangerz N Bopz 🔥
Meridian Dan, German Whip | Bangerz N Bopz
In the 41st edition of Bangerz N Bopz (2026), we highlight “German Whip” performed by Meridian Dan featuring Big H and Jme.
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Evergreen
13 Notable, Nutty, Nut Songs | Playlist
13 Notable, Nutty, Nut Songs features songs by Alice in Chains, Future, GloRilla, Lil Toe, Nick Lowe, and RM.
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Columns
Architects, Whiplash | Wacky Wednesday
In the 20th edition of Wacky Wednesday (2026), we break down the unique “Whiplash,” performed by English metalcore band Architects.
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Evergreen
13 Dynamic Day Songs | Playlist
13 Dynamic Day Songs features songs by Al Green, Daniel Powter, Mariah Carey, Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder, and SZA.
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5 Gems
Goodbye | 5 Gems
Goodbye: 5 Gems No. 14 (2026) features songs by ADONXS, AJR, Artemas, Kristinia DeBarge, and Sabrina Carpenter.
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Columns
The Cure, Just Like Heaven | Throwback Vibez
In the 57th edition of Throwback Vibez (2026), we reflect on “Just Like Heaven” by the legendary English rock band The Cure.
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Evergreen
13 Dynamite Do Not & Does Not Songs | Playlist
13 Dynamite Do Not & Does Not Songs features songs by Brandy, Elton John & Kiki Dee, Jill Scott, Kelly Clarkson, Ruel, and Wilson Pickett.
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Columns
Labrinth, Mount Everest | Wacky Wednesday
In the 18th edition of Wacky Wednesday (2026), we break down the unique “Mount Everest,” performed by British rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer Labrinth.