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Our Favorite Artists' Favorite Music of 2021

Lil Nas X, Japanese Breakfast, Vince Staples (pictured above) and more share their favorite music of 2021 with NPR. Photo Illustration by Renee Klahr/NPR; Getty Images; Album art courtesy of Polydor & Wolf Tone Records, Saddle Creek Records, Kemosabe & RCA Records hide caption

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Photo Illustration by Renee Klahr/NPR; Getty Images; Album art courtesy of Polydor & Wolf Tone Records, Saddle Creek Records, Kemosabe & RCA Records

Best Music Of 2021

Our Favorite Artists' Favorite Music of 2021

In a year where putting on a record was the only way to escape, we wondered what how our favorite musicians fared. From Lucy Dacus on Dijon to Vince Staples on Doja Cat, these are our faves' faves.

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Word of Mouse: Creating a Musical Buzz Online

When 50 Cent's new album debuts Tuesday, he hopes to get a sales boost with the help of a virtual version of himself. The hip-hop artist is allowing fans to dress his avatar in virtual merchandise, including caps and other gear.

Word of Mouse: Creating a Musical Buzz Online

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