Few songs capture a specific place and time like Joe Bataan’s New York City classic “Subway Joe.” His call-response lyrics blend Latin, doo-wop and R&B influences into one unforgettable melodic experience; effectively creating what has since become known as Latin soul music. Aretha Franklin’s voice soars on this iconic track written by Jerry Ragovoy. Her […]
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Soul music UK can sometimes be taken for granted or overlooked, yet this genre boasts a rich heritage which should be celebrated and is an integral part of British culture. This list honors some of the UK’s pioneers of genre music and subverts the narrative that these artists were simply replicating what had taken place
R&B and pop music are two equally beloved forms of musical expression; however, pop usually caters more towards white audiences while R&B caters more toward African Americans. From 1940-1950s R&B music flourished by incorporating jazz, rock and roll, gospel, and soul elements. This created Contemporary R&B genre. What is Pop Music? Pop music can generally
Pop music is one of the world’s most beloved forms of music, featuring upbeat tunes with catchy melodies about love and relationships. Soul music first gained widespread recognition during the 1960s. The term was first applied to describe a form of black pop music influenced by gospel and rhythm and blues (R&B) music that gained
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The ukulele is an extremely versatile instrument that can be played in numerous styles of music – country, jazz and pop among them. Are you looking to bring some excitement and vibrancy into your ukulele playing? Check out Train’s song “Hey, Soul Sister.” You can use this chord chart as part of their video performance!
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Rnb is an eclectic genre of music incorporating elements from funk, hip hop and soul music. It is distinguished by steady rhythms and multiple instruments creating an intricate sound. Lyrical themes often capture the African American experience of pain, joy, and the search for freedom and success. Some songs focus more on socially conscious issues
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Italy has long been known for producing some wonderful indie alternative music. Here we highlight a few of our favourite Italian bands from both past and present eras. CCCP are one of the most distinctive and original Italian new wave bands. While their style was heavily influenced by English bass-driven post-punk classic bands (think Umberto
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Disco is a genre of dance music dating back to the 1970s. This unique form fuses elements from rock, soul, funk and R&B into an engaging mix that audiences around the globe love dancing to. Disco was once a beloved genre in America and has now spread globally. Additionally, disco opened up opportunities for minorities
Reggae music originated in Jamaica and features unique characteristics that set it apart. Reggae music has many defining characteristics, including low tempos, accented 2nd notes time signature and bass drums – these elements make up its popularity and can be found in almost every reggae song. 1. It is a form of dance music Reggae
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Soul music is a genre that draws heavily upon African-American history. As one of the most widely enjoyed styles worldwide, soul resonates with a diverse array of people and speaks their language. No matter the occasion, soul music provides the perfect soundtrack. Here are five reasons why soul music should be your go-to option! 1.
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