You're gonna get some scolding for listening to music while you're riding, but I think it's fine if you can balance it with awareness of your surroundings.

My playlist in the summer is pure modern country (with some Johnny Cash, rockabilly, and Gene Casey mixed in) along with Jimmy Buffett and Zack Brown. In the fall, I switch to either my Beatles/Solo Beatles A-Z Mix or my Music From 1920 to 2020 Mix. The Country Music vibe is really relaxing for what-I-call touring. The other is a good commuting mix.