R and B
Definition
Noun A genre of popular music that combines elements of blues and jazz, originally developed by African American musicians in the United States. It is a significant precursor to rock and roll.
Usage
"R and B" is used as a singular noun to refer to the music genre as a whole. It is often written with ampersands or as the abbreviation "R&B".
Examples
- Noun:
- Aretha Franklin is considered a queen of r and b.
- The radio station plays classic r and b from the 1960s.
- Modern r and b has incorporated elements of hip-hop and electronic music.
Advanced Usage
- "Contemporary R&B": A modern subgenre that emerged in the 1980s, blending traditional R&B with pop, soul, funk, hip hop, and electronic music.
- Artists like Beyoncé and Usher are associated with contemporary R&B.
Variants and Related Words
- R&B: The common abbreviated form of "r and b".
- The festival lineup includes jazz, soul, and R&B.
- Rhythm and Blues: The full name of the genre, from which "r and b" is derived.
Synonyms
- Soul music (a closely related genre that emphasizes gospel-influenced vocals and emotional depth).
- Urban contemporary (a radio format that primarily plays modern R&B and hip hop).
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "Old-school R&B": Refers to the classic sound of the genre from its early decades, particularly the 1950s and 1960s.
- I love dancing to old-school R&B.
Noun
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a combination of blues and jazz that was developed in the United States by Black musicians; an important precursor of rock 'n' roll
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