Red Hot Rhythm & Blues
Diana Ross · 1987
44 min · 12 tracks · jazz · R&B · soul
A vibrant fusion of classic rhythm and blues with a contemporary pop sensibility, showcasing Ross's powerful vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove throughout
- for social gatherings
- uplifting energy for road trips
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Themes
- female empowerment anthems· soulful summer nights
- Career context
- Released in January 1987, 'Red Hot Rhythm & Blues' was Diana Ross's first studio album in five years following her 1982 project 'Why Do Fools Fall in Love.' At this point, Ross was transitioning into the late stages of her career as a solo artist, exploring new sounds while attempting to reconnect with mainstream audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chaka Khan· Donna Summer· Anita Baker
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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I Feel for You by Chaka Khan — Shares vibrant production and themes of empowerment, blending funk and pop with soulful vocals.Whitney by Whitney Houston — Features powerful vocals and danceable tracks, resonating with the same upbeat energy and R&B influences.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dirty Looks 3:21
- 2 Stranger in Paradise 3:58
- 3 Shine 3:32
- 4 Shock Waves 3:49
- 5 Selfish One 3:23
- 6 Mr. Lee 3:07
- 7 Tell Mama 3:38
- 8 There Goes My Baby 3:05
- 9 Summertime 4:05
- 10 Cross My Heart 4:11
- 11 It's Hard for Me to Say 4:43
- 12 Tell Me Again 3:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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