rhythm and blues
genre of popular music that originated within African-American communities in the 1940s
2143 artists in the catalog.
Guides for rhythm and blues artists
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Mieko Hirota
J-pop, jazz
Donald Fagen
jazz rock, rock music
Park Ji-yoon
K-pop, folk-pop
Atlantic Starr
Graham Central Station
Fontella Bass
blues, pop music
Maria Muldaur
Steve Cropper
Southern soul, blues
Mulan Jameela
pop music, rock music
Vũ Cát Tường
V-pop, blues
Neffa
adult contemporary music, blue-eyed soul
Arilena Ara
dance music, pop music
Georgia Anne Muldrow
alternative R&B, leftfield hip hop
Mashina Vremeni
art rock, bard song
The S.O.S. Band
funk
The Ink Spots
doo-wop
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.