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Lean back and relax with some of the mellowest cuts.

Discover new music from artists we think you'll like. Refreshed every Friday.

The world is already a loud, busy place—why not listen to something that might offer a little relief? Mixing the mellower side of jazz, contemporary classical, and instrumental music, this playlist is designed as a place of calm in the chaos, a little oasis in the cluttered landscape of modern life. Maybe you’re at work, maybe you’re at home, maybe you’re just wedging a little reflection into the course of your day—whatever the case, consider this a quiet companion. Our editors update things here regularly, so if you hear something you like, add it to your library.

Sharpen your senses with this mix of introspective electronic soundscapes. Our editors regularly update this playlist—if you hear something you like, add it to your library.

Ahhh, Sundays. Everything is easy. The birds are chirping, the coffee is brewing, and there’s nowhere you need to be. Don’t you wish it could last forever? These eclectic, low-key songs create just that vibe—any day of the week. We regularly update this playlist. So if a track gives you that Sunday feeling, add it to your library.

Here's a mix of downtempo indie rock, jazzy electronic, and outré hip-hop that holds the vibe without rocking the boat. Whether you're reading, cooking, or just lying back and chilling out, put this on and let it ride. Our editors update these selections regularly, so if you like a track, add it to your library.

Even as an independent artist, Canadian crooner Michael Bublé had a knack for putting a contemporary twist on timeless pop, jazz and big band sounds, though working with all-star producer David Foster was his key to superstardom. After 2005's worldwide breakthrough It's Time sold over six million copies, his next four multi-platinum projects topped the charts, introducing the suave style of Bing Crosby and Tony Bennett to a new generation. Beyond covering the classics, his equally popular self-penned smashes demonstrate wit and charm with every enchanting finger snap.

Neil Diamond's deep back catalog offers triumphs in even the least likely places. Take the weighty “Dry Your Eyes,” co-written with Robbie Robertson and performed with The Band for their classic concert film <I>The Last Waltz</I>. And leave it to the ace songwriter to put his own stamp on covers, whether it's a handclapping take on “La Bamba” or a sultry, strings-swept duet with Dolly Parton for “You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'.”

This classical crossover star sways listeners with his smooth voice, but he's more than a tenor with a wide range. Groban's vocal dexterity is matched by his instrumental skills, as he can play both piano and percussion parts. Starting with his self-titled 2001 debut, he has demonstrated an ability to fuse adult contemporary pop styles with the textures of opera, making new compositions sound modern yet stately. He's charmed audiences by collaborating with jazz pianist Herbie Hancock and Broadway star Audra McDonald, bridging musical universes with his accessible, buttoned-up pop.