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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Raheem DeVaughn
neo soul
3LW
The Coasters
doo-wop, novelty music
Ready for the World
funk, new jack swing
Emily King
Son Little
Brenton Wood
pop music, soul
Leon Ware
disco
Young Gun Silver Fox
soft rock, soul
Robbie Robertson
country rock, folk rock
Anhayla
soul
The Dixie Cups
Jessi
K-pop, Korean hip-hop
Day26
Mae Muller
pop music
Boomkat
dance-pop, electropop
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.