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  2. Rhythm and blues, frequently abbreviated as R&B or R'n'B, is an African-American genre of popular music that originated within African-American communities in the 1940s. The term was originally used by record companies to describe recordings marketed predominantly to African Americans, at a time when "rocking, jazz based music ...

  3. Rhythm and blues is a form of Black dance music that has its origins in the post-World War II era (1939–1945); the term itself is attributed to Jerry Wexler, a writer for Billboard, who coined it in 1949 for the magazine’s Black music chart to replace the term “Race Music” (a term in use since 1920). Rhythm and blues performers ...

  4. Rhythm & Blues (abbreviated R&B) is a term used to describe the blues-influenced form of music which has been predominantly performed by African-Americans since the late 1930s. The term 'Rhythm and Blues' was first introduced into the American lexicon in the late 1940s: the name's origin was created for use as a musical marketing term by ...

  5. Sep 29, 2023 · The Origins of R&B: Pioneers and Evolution. written by Patria 29/09/2023. Rhythm and Blues, commonly known as R&B, stands as a vibrant testament to the ever-evolving landscape of music. R&B has played a pivotal role in shaping the music industry, influencing countless artists, and leaving an indelible mark on popular culture.

  6. rhythm and blues (R&B), Any of several closely related musical styles developed by African American artists. The various styles were based on a mingling of European influences with jazz rhythms and tonal inflections, particularly syncopation and the flatted blues chords.

  7. Blues, secular folk music created by African Americans in the early 20th century, originally in the South. The simple but expressive forms of the blues became by the 1960s one of the most important influences...

  8. Sep 22, 2023 · R&B music, short for Rhythm and Blues, is a genre deeply rooted in African-American musical traditions. It has a rich history and has seen remarkable evolution since its inception. In...

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