Guess the time period by listening
What are the main instruments used in classic R&B
Classic is made up by instruments like bass, saxophone, drum, and guitar
Who killed Marvin Gaye?
His dad, Marvin Gay Sr.
What does R&B stand for?
rhythm and blues
keyboards, synthesizers, drum loops
What was the group that sold 64 million copies of their albums and had many songs on the Billboard Hot 100?
Boyz II Men
Today, is classic or contemporary R&B more likely to be more popular/reach the charts?
Contemporary R&B
How are the lyrical themes of contemporary and classic R&B similar?
Usually have themes of love, heartbreak, politics, etc
the debut album "Age Ain't nothing but a number" was by which artist?
Aaliyah
When did R&B start becoming a thing?
in the 1930s-40s
How are the vocals of classic and contemporary R&B different?
contemporary uses auto-tune
What group was Frank Ocean part of?
Odd Future
Name at least 3 genres that classic R&B grew out of
jazz, blues, soul, gospel, and rock n roll
What is the main similarity between classic and contemporary R&B
Lyrical themes and strong rhythyms
Besides vocals, what were the other instruments used in the group called The Orioles?
Bass and guitar
what was the term "race music" used to describe?
it was used to describe all music made by African American artists