Louis Jordan, New York, N.Y. July 1946

R’n’B

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Rhythm and blues, often abbreviated as R’n’B, is a genre of popular music that originated in African-American communities in the 1940s. The term was originally used by record companies to describe recordings marketed predominantly to urban African Americans, at a time when “urbane, rocking, jazz-based music with a heavy, insistent beat” was becoming more popular. In the commercial rhythm and blues music typical of the 1950s through the 1970s, the bands usually consisted of piano, one or two guitars, bass, drums, one or more saxophones, and sometimes background vocalists. R’n’B lyrical themes often encapsulate the African-American experience of pain and the quest for freedom and joy, as well as triumphs and failures in terms of relationships, economics, and aspirations.

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LEISURE – Sundown

Leisure are back and vibier than ever. “Welcome to the Mood” and “Sundown” are pure sunset magic — think golden hour, road trips, and zero stress. Press play, sink in, and let the good vibes do the heavy lifting.
Charlotte OC - God, We Tried

Charlotte OC – God, We Tried

Charlotte OC is back—bolder, rawer, and completely unapologetic. Her latest track, God, We Tried, unpacks love, loss, and the chaos in between. Filmed in her hometown, the video is a powerful tribute to starting over. Ready for something real? Watch now and feel every note.
Moussa Fennira - Joue - La Nuit je Rêve

Moussa – Joue

Moussa (Fennira of his last name), is at a cross-road right about now. The french-native returns with two, brand new tracks off his upcoming album titled "La Nuit Je Rêve"
Kelela - On The Run

Kelela – On The Run

Kelela hinted at some new material back in September, with the track “Washed Away”. Breaking a five-year hiatus…