rhythm and blues music

A history of New Orleans music in the four decades since World War II.

Traces the history of The Temptations, a rhythm and blues group begun by African-American musicians in Detroit in 1961, and discusses the quintet's early struggles prior to their 1964 hit, "The Way You Do the Things You Do.".

A guide to soul music that contains nearly 8,500 reviews and ratings which highlight essential albums and songs from more than 1,500 artists.

A comprehensive history of the development of rhythm and blues, rap, and hip-hop in American popular music focusing on the songs, performances, and social issues of such artists as Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, B.B. King.

Traces the development of rhythm and blues music, from its origins in African music, blues, and gospel, through the influence of Motown and soul, to its effect on current performers such as Bruce Springsteen and Prince.

Explores the history of rhythm and blues music in America and its roots in soul, jazz, and African American spiritual songs. Examines the lives and contributions to the R&B movement of singers like Ray Charles and Aretha Franklin.

Traces the history and development of soul and rhythm and blues music in America, discusses the social, economic, and regional influences, and includes a look at characteristic instruments, sounds, principle artists, and more.