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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Gnarls Barkley
alternative rock, contemporary R&B
The Staple Singers
gospel music, soul
Leela James
blues, neo soul
Nikka Costa
blue-eyed soul, electropop
The Neville Brothers
blues, funk
Atsushi
J-pop
Evelyn "Champagne" King
disco, soul
Lea Salonga
classical music, contemporary R&B
Chris August
pop music, soul
Jessie Hill
electronic dance music, pop music
Ning Baizura
pop music
The Crystals
pop music
Carla's Dreams
alternative rock, hip-hop
Londonbeat
dance-pop, electronic dance music
Christina Grimmie
pop music
DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince
East Coast hip-hop, disco
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.