Music discovery can feel overwhelming. Start with five simple playlists that sample the spectrum without rabbit holes.

1) Easy Mornings (Acoustic & Folk)

Gentle guitars, light percussion, warm vocals. Think steady tempos and clear melodies to set a calm tone.

Starter picks: acoustic singer-songwriters, folk duos, light indie.

2) Focus Flow (Lo-Fi & Ambient)

Instrumental textures that fade into the background. 60–90 BPM, minimal surprises.

Starter picks: lo-fi beat tapes, ambient pads, piano loops.

3) Afternoon Energy (Indie Pop & Funk)

Bright hooks, syncopated bass, handclaps. Ideal for errands, cleaning, or a mental pick-up.

Starter picks: retro-tinged funk, modern indie pop.

4) Cardio Boost (EDM & Hip-Hop)

Higher BPM (120–140). Clear drops and punchy percussion keep you moving.

Starter picks: clean radio edits from mainstream EDM, instrumental hip-hop bangers.

5) Night Unwind (Jazz & Neo-Soul)

Laid-back grooves, brushed drums, silky keys.

Starter picks: classic small-combo jazz, mellow neo-soul quartets.

How to build each list

• 12–16 tracks, 45–60 minutes.

• Consistent volume across tracks (normalize if your player allows).

• Remove songs that demand attention; keep the flow.