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Historically speaking, though, "rhythm and blues" as we understand it today most often describes a style of music that developed after World War II that combines elements of pop, gospel, blues and jazz with a strong back beat.
- What is an example of rhythm and blues?
- What makes a song R&B?
- Why is R&B called rhythm and blues?
- What is the difference between blues and rhythm and blues?
What is an example of rhythm and blues?
Rhythm and blues, often abbreviated as R&B or R'n'B, is a genre of popular music that originated in African-American communities in the 1940s.
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| Rhythm and blues | |
|---|---|
| Stylistic origins | Jazz blues spirituals gospel boogie-woogie jump blues swing |
| Cultural origins | 1940s–1950s, U.S. |
What makes a song R&B?
R&B, which stands for Rhythm and Blues, is just that — music that is rhythmic and has the soulful achings of the blues. ... That doesn't mean it has lost its soul, but it has morphed into a crossbreed of genres, one that has allowed space for artists considered “hip-hop” to indulge in their singing dreams.
Why is R&B called rhythm and blues?
The "Rhythm & Blues" term was created to replace the designation "race music," which until then was the standard catch-all phrase used in reference to most music made by Black people at the time. After the "race music" term was deemed offensive, Billboard began using the Rhythm & Blues name that Wexler created.
What is the difference between blues and rhythm and blues?
One way to think of it is that the blues is essentially a vocal music, while R&B is more instrumental—but the real way to think of it is this: It's a good song, or it's not a good song.”
