R & B (Rhythm and Blues) music set the nation's toes to tapping beginning in the 1950s. Coined by journalist Jerry Wexler in the late 1940s, early R & B was defined by Gospel music with secular lyrics. Over the decades, musical experimentation has led to other sub-genres like funk and new jack swing and contributed to the development of hip-hop and pop music. From early artists like Ray Charles and Aretha Franklin to Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston to Rihanna and Adele, soul has had many faces over the decades, but the genre remains strong and lively. Fans stand ready to see where creative artists will go next. American R & B gives a quick but comprehensive overview of the progression of R & B across the last six decades. Each chapter focuses on a particular period of development and the artists with the greatest contributions and ends with a list of must-have tracks from iconic artists, perfect for anyone looking to further explore the genre. A glossary of terms, mini-biographies, a succinct timeline of important milestones, and a more comprehensive list of recommended music finish this great resource.
American R & B: Gospel Grooves, Funky Drummers, and Soul Power
A singer calls out to the crowd. An electric bass thumps out a beat. Horns blare and strings swirl. These are the sounds of R amp; B.
Rhythm and blues music evolved from all sorts of sounds: swinging jazz, gritty blues, and African American spiritual songs. The music's smooth mix of styles made it unique, and its passionate performers made it a sensation. Ever since Ray Charles hit the charts in the 1950s, R amp; B fans have held it down on dance floors. And R amp; B singers have belted out messages of love and calls for social change.
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Rhythm and blues music evolved from all sorts of sounds: swinging jazz, gritty blues, and African American spiritual songs. The music's smooth mix of styles made it unique, and its passionate performers made it a sensation. Ever since Ray Charles hit the charts in the 1950s, R amp; B fans have held it down on dance floors. And R amp; B singers have belted out messages of love and calls for social change.
American R & B: Gospel Grooves, Funky Drummers, and Soul Power
A singer calls out to the crowd. An electric bass thumps out a beat. Horns blare and strings swirl. These are the sounds of R amp; B.
Rhythm and blues music evolved from all sorts of sounds: swinging jazz, gritty blues, and African American spiritual songs. The music's smooth mix of styles made it unique, and its passionate performers made it a sensation. Ever since Ray Charles hit the charts in the 1950s, R amp; B fans have held it down on dance floors. And R amp; B singers have belted out messages of love and calls for social change.
Rhythm and blues music evolved from all sorts of sounds: swinging jazz, gritty blues, and African American spiritual songs. The music's smooth mix of styles made it unique, and its passionate performers made it a sensation. Ever since Ray Charles hit the charts in the 1950s, R amp; B fans have held it down on dance floors. And R amp; B singers have belted out messages of love and calls for social change.
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American R & B: Gospel Grooves, Funky Drummers, and Soul Power
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| BN ID: | 2940170077502 |
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| Publisher: | Lerner Publishing Group |
| Publication date: | 01/01/2017 |
| Series: | American Music Milestones |
| Edition description: | Unabridged |
| Age Range: | 10 - 13 Years |
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