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Mariah Carey (feat. Khalid & Kirk Franklin), 'Fall in Love at Christmas'

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Mariah Carey (feat. Khalid & Kirk Franklin), 'Fall in Love at Christmas'

November 5, 2021 • The kind of sumptuous torch song that Carey hasn't sung in a minute, "Fall in Love at Christmas" is a carol for grown folks several seasons into their love.

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Heat Check: Hippocampus Two-Steps

May 4, 2020 • Kick-in-the-door debuts, lowkey scorchers and dynamic rap duos fill this memorable playlist refresh.

The Friday Night Songs Of 2019 (For The Soiree Or Sofa)

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The Friday Night Songs Of 2019 (For The Soiree Or Sofa)

December 11, 2019 • There are many moments that make or break plans for a night out, and sometimes hearing juuuust the right song can push a person out the door ... or into bed.

Khalid Is The Shooting Star Of The Playlist Era

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Khalid Is The Shooting Star Of The Playlist Era

July 23, 2019 • Perhaps no contemporary musician understands the rules of the streaming ecosystem better than the singer Khalid, who emerged as a teenager and is now one of the most listened-to artists in the world.

Khalid Is The Shooting Star Of The Playlist Era

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'SNL' Musical Guests, Ranked From No. 1 To Greta Van Fleet

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'SNL' Musical Guests, Ranked From No. 1 To Greta Van Fleet

May 20, 2019 • BTS! DJ Khaled! Paul Simon! Kanye West dressed as a bottle of sparkling water! This season of Saturday Night Live had it all, and now all 21 performances have been cruelly ranked for your enjoyment.

New Music Friday: Our Top 7 Albums Out On April 5

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New Music Friday: Our Top 7 Albums Out On April 5

April 5, 2019 • Hear the nihilist rock of PUP, R&B singer Khalid, the celestial, Enya-inspired pop of Weyes Blood and more on our list of the best new albums out on April 5.

New Music Friday: Our Top 7 Albums Out On April 5

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