rhythm and blues
genre of popular music that originated within African-American communities in the 1940s
2143 artists in the catalog.
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Zoot Money’s Big Roll Band
soul
Ian and the Zodiacs
beat music
Nathaniel Mayer
Pearl Reaves
Vaneese Thomas
soul
Fleming Williams
Chubby Newsom
The V.I.P.'s
James Anthony Carmichael
Marc Gordon
James Black
jazz
Sax Kari
Sidney Barnes
Nicholas Caldwell
3rd Wish
Johnny Jackson
About rhythm and blues
What is rhythm and blues?
genre of popular music that originated within African-American communities in the 1940s
Where should I start with rhythm and blues?
Start with "Takin' Off" by Herbie Hancock. It captures what makes rhythm and blues worth exploring.
What are the best rhythm and blues albums?
The rhythm and blues albums worth hearing first: "Takin' Off" by Herbie Hancock, "Who's Next" by The Who, "The Spirit Indestructible" by Nelly Furtado, "The Ride" by Nelly Furtado and "7" by Nelly Furtado.
How many rhythm and blues artists are there?
northsound.fm covers 2143 rhythm and blues artists, each with a recommended starting album and listening path.