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Blog Fresh Radio has teamed up with the Hype Machine -aka the mothership of the music blogosphere- to launch the Music Blog Zeitgeist of 2008.

Check out the first playlist in a five part series that introduces the top 41-50 songs in 2008 as chosen by the most passionate music fans alive: music bloggers.

Grammy-nominated singer Jason Mraz gives you a look into his favorite songs of 2008. From Yael Naim to Duffy, check out the artists that made Jason's top 12 on his Best of ’08 playlist.

Usher’s album, "Confessions," has now sold over 10 million copies and is officially certified diamond.

Listen to the album playlist with hits including "Yeah!" and "My Boo."

Watch rock group Paramore perform their high energy song, “Pressure,” live in Chicago.

The band's performance is from The Final Riot! Summer Tour where they toured with Jack's Mannequin, Phantom Planet and Paper Route.

Taking some time off the Rock Of Love Bus, Bret performs two intimate versions of “Every Rose Has It Thorn” and “Something To Believe In.”

imeem's The HIVE series captures artists during their most raw moments, performing their songs on street corners, parks, trains and shoeshine stands, away from the buzz of the crowd and the flicker of stage lights. In 2008, imeem had the pleasure of catching up with a diverse group of incredible performers for The HIVE, including Robin Thicke, Lykke Li, Joshua James, Amos Lee, and Josh Hoge, among others. Check out this video playlist of the best performances from an incredible year.

U2, Jay-Z, No Doubt, Lily Allen, the return of Eminem and the return of Dr. Dre. These are just some of the big names that will be dropping new records in 2009. Check out this video playlist of some of their past hits and a few other big names that will be returning this year.

The NFL playoffs are here! Listen to this playlist of Stadium Jams to get you ready for the big games.

Some of the biggest names in the rap game come together on Busta Rhymes’ controversial hit song “Arab Money.” This is the king of all remixes featuring verses from over 10 emcees including the likes of Weezy, Diddy and Ricky Ross. With so many hot spitters on one track its a tough decision to make but you have to decide...

So you thought that Weezy’s weird-yet-enjoyable “Lollipop” had its last licks in 2008? Guess again. Check out this new remix of the song that ruled 2008. The beat –courtesy of Kanye West-- is drastically different, and the mix features new flows from Wayne and Ye. After you listen, vote for the version you like better: the original or Kanye’s “So Magical” remix.