Where to Start with contemporary R&B

popular music genre that combines rhythm and blues with elements of pop, soul, funk, hip-hop, and electronic music

1470 artists

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About contemporary R&B

What is contemporary R&B?

popular music genre that combines rhythm and blues with elements of pop, soul, funk, hip-hop, and electronic music

Where should I start with contemporary R&B?

Start with "Kiss Land" by The Weeknd. It captures what makes contemporary R&B worth exploring.

What are the best contemporary R&B albums?

The contemporary R&B albums worth hearing first: "Kiss Land" by The Weeknd, "Vultures 1" by Ty Dolla Sign, "Atavista" by Donald Glover, "3.15.20" by Donald Glover and "Title" by Meghan Trainor.

How many contemporary R&B artists are there?

Spinsource covers 1470 contemporary R&B artists, each with a recommended starting album and listening path.