The albums that define
urban contemporary.
Our picks for where to start with urban contemporary — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top urban contemporary artists
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The urban contemporary essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Chris Brown
Chris Brown
A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B and hip-hop infused with infectious pop melodies and rhythmic grooves.
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Chris Brown
Fan of a Fan: The Album
A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B and hip-hop that pulsates with danceable beats and catchy hooks.
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Chris Brown
Indigo
A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B and dance music, infused with Afrobeats and hip-hop rhythms.
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Rauw Alejandro
RR
A vibrant fusion of flamenco rhythms and modern pop sensibilities, creating a fresh auditory landscape.
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Rauw Alejandro
Playa Saturno
A vibrant fusion of reggaeton and R&B rhythms, layered with playful melodies and sultry lyrics.
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Rauw Alejandro
Saturno
A vibrant fusion of reggaeton and R&B, blending sensuality with rhythmic intricacies in every track.
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Gaia
New Dawns
An eclectic blend of vibrant pop melodies and urban rhythms infused with Latin flair.
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Gaia
Alma
A vibrant fusion of Latin pop and urban contemporary rhythms that celebrates life and connection.
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Gaia
Genesi
A vibrant blend of urban contemporary beats with melodic Latin influences that evoke both nostalgia and modernity.
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Clara
Primo
A vibrant blend of pop melodies and urban beats, echoing the pulse of contemporary Italian life.
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Anggun
Thérèse – Vivre d'amour
A heartfelt blend of pop and world music, weaving spiritual themes with Anggun's emotive vocals.
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Chris Brown
Graffiti
A vibrant fusion of contemporary R&B and dance-pop, layered with electronic beats and introspective lyrics.
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Chris Brown
Heartbreak on a Full Moon
A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B with danceable beats and emotional vulnerability woven through its lyrics.
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Chris Brown
F.A.M.E.
A vibrant fusion of R&B, hip-hop, and dance-pop that captures youthful energy and romance.
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Chris Brown
Breezy
A vibrant blend of Afrobeats and contemporary R&B, infused with playful melodies and rhythmic grooves.
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Anggun
Chrysalis
A vibrant fusion of pop and world music, intertwining heartfelt lyrics with lush melodies and rhythmic undercurrents.
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Anggun
Luminescence
A vibrant fusion of pop and world music, where heartfelt melodies intertwine with rich instrumental textures.
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Anggun
Snow on the Sahara
Ethereal pop melodies intertwine with world music influences, creating a captivating and atmospheric listening experience.
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Anggun
Toujours un ailleurs
A vibrant tapestry of pop and world music influences stitched together with heartfelt lyrics and Anggun's soaring vocals.
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Toni Braxton
Pulse
A sultry blend of contemporary R&B and soul, infused with emotional vulnerability and polished production.
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Anggun
Elevation
A vibrant fusion of pop and world music, anchored by Anggun's ethereal vocals and introspective lyrics.
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Kanye West
Donda
An expansive and ambitious exploration of grief, faith, and redemption through layered production and introspective lyricism.
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Toni Braxton
More Than a Woman
Smooth R&B grooves intertwine with heartfelt ballads, showcasing Braxton's soulful vocal prowess and emotional depth.
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Anggun
8
A vibrant mix of pop and soul, infused with Anggun's signature ethereal vocals and introspective lyricism.
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