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Mya Singleton

Mya Singleton is a freelance writer and photographer based in Los Angeles. Her work has also been featured on The Sports Fan Journal and AXS. Feel free to follow her talking all things music on Twitter @MyaMelody7

The ultimate Lionel Richie playlist

Richie has a discography that could be played for a number of special occasions. In honor of the singer turning 70 on June 20 and celebrating 45 years in the music industry, here is our 15-song ultimate Lionel Richie playlist. 

Predicting the 2019 BET Awards winners

For the 19th year in a row, the annual BET Awards are back to celebrate the best in music, sports and film. From Jay-Z and Beyoncé releasing a surprise

15 essential Ice Cube tracks to listen to on his birthday

In honor of the rapper turning 50 on June 15, here's our 15-song ultimate Ice Cube playlist. 

Keep it cool: 20 tracks poised to be 2019 summer anthems

It's still pretty early to name which track will highlight the 2019 summer, but here are 20 with the potential to be crowned the song of the season. 

The most iconic moments from "The Arsenio Hall Show"

In honor of this month marking the 25th anniversary of the show's final episode, let's take a look back at some of its most epic moments. 

The ultimate diva playlist

The diva term isn't thrown around loosely, and only a select could hold such a prestigious title. So, in honor of Patti LaBelle's birthday, these are songs you need for the ultimate diva playlist. 

Wu-Tang is still for the children: The ultimate Wu-Tang Clan playlist

It was back in 1993 when Wu-Tang Clan released its debut album, "Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)," and over the years the group has been regarded as one of the greatest hip-hop collectives of all time.

30 of the best hip-hop releases in the last 25 years

Hip-hop started in the early 1970s, and throughout each decade it has evolved tremendously and finally has become the most popular genre over the past few years.

Celebrating the 60th birthday of Babyface: 20 songs you had no idea he penned

As Babyface turns 60, let's take a look back at some of his masterful behind-the-secnes work. Here are 20 songs you may have not known had a little Babyface magic. 

The ultimate Marvin Gaye playlist

Marvin Gaye helped give Motown some of its greatest works while ensuring he always had a message in his music. Whether his songs were about showing off dance moves, lovemaking or simply stating how war is never the answer, Gaye was able to make songs that were relatable to any listener.

15 must-see acts on the 2019 music festival circuit

As the spring season begins to bloom, music lovers are getting ready to attend some of the year's hottest festivals. Although the headliners are the stars of the show, festivals allow fans to discover rising stars in the making.

The ultimate St. Patrick's Day playlist

Whether you're sporting your finest green attire, sipping on delectable libations or marching in a parade, St. Patrick's Day is a celebration for all. However you choose to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, it's important to have the right music in order.

Hip-hop hooray! The best right-hand men and women in hip hop

Whether it's a hype man, producer, DJ or dancer, this person has a significant presence on records and on stage. If artists need an ad-lib or a song introduction, they know the right person to call. To show our appreciation, here are 20 individuals who held one of the coolest positions in hip-hop. 

Celebrating the top songs of the 2019 Grammy Lifetime Achievement recipients

Joining the ranks this year are Black Sabbath, George Clinton and Parliament-Funkadelic, Dionne Warwick, Donny Hathaway, Sam & Dave, Julio Iglesias and Billy Eckstine. To celebrate these artists and their musical contributions to the world, here's a playlist of some of their best tunes.

Hip-hop lives: Ranking the Best Rap Album winners at the Grammys

A trip down memory lane would show how the Grammys and hip-hop haven't always had the best relationship. From rappers boycotting the show in protest of

20 top artists who helped shape the Motown sound

R&B, soul and funk started seeing crossover success in the 1960s, thanks to the label Motown Records. After becoming a noted songwriter, Berry Gordy knew there was more money in the music business with ownership and decided to start the Motown label.

The 10 best pop albums of 2018

The former Nickelodeon star is all grown up, and while her previous album “Dangerous Woman” was more of her coming-out party, “Sweetener” shows how much Grande has upped her game.

20 musicians who weren't afraid to get political in 2018

Politics and music have gone hand-in-hand for decades. Whether it was songs like John Lennon's "Give Peace a Chance" or Public Enemy's "Fight the Power," or artists choosing to endorse political candidates, musicians have often used their platform to help encourage a better world.

The 10 best R&B jams of 2018

For years, people have said that R&B is dead. However, this mindset came about once hip-hop took over and when R&B singers were no longer focusing on solely love songs. But in recent years, the genre has simply changed in sound, whether it's fused with trap, alternative indie, or funk, R&B has no peak.

The 10 best hip-hop releases of 2018

In 2018, hip-hop embraced everything from vulnerability to mental health, and proved how even the biggest stars can find strength in rapping about their lowest points.

‘Doggystyle’ turns 25: Snoop Dogg secures his place in hip-hop with a G-Funk sound

Many critics have labeled the ‘90s as the golden era of hip-hop, and in many ways, that’s thanks to the earlier years of the decade. Artists like Eric B.

The 25 most important hip hop albums from the '90s

Hip-hop might have been birthed in the ‘80s; however it wasn't until the ‘90s when the genre started to take off. It was an era of legends like Nas, the Notorious B.I.G., Tupac, and more who earned their stripes as some of the best in the game.

'Shaq Diesel' at 25: Shaquille O'Neal remains undefeated on the charts

Hall of Famer, four-time champion, 15-time All Star and one of the greatest centers in league history. Oh yeah, and a platinum-selling DJ. 

The debut of a diva: Amy Winehouse's 'Frank' 15 years later

"My greatest fear is dying without anyone knowing of any contribution I've ever made to creative music,” is what Amy Winehouse stated in an interview shortly after releasing her first album.

Celebrating Usher's 40th birthday with his top 20 songs

Singer, dancer, actor, philanthropist — Usher is a man of many talents.