Neo Soul

Neo soul is a genre that emerged in the 1990s, characterized by its soulful, introspective sound that blends classic soul and R&B with contemporary influences. Defining features include laid-back, syncopated rhythms, often incorporating jazz and hip-hop elements, alongside lush instrumentation, typically featuring keyboards, guitars, and bass. Vocal styles range from smooth, melodic crooning to emotive, heartfelt delivery. Neo soul drew inspiration from 1960s and 1970s soul and funk, but its development was also shaped by the hip-hop and electronic music of the 1980s and 1990s. The genre gained popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s, particularly among urban, millennial audiences seeking authentic, soulful music. Neo soul's cultural significance lies in its ability to articulate the complexities of modern life, love, and identity, often with a focus on social justice and personal empowerment. While related to contemporary R&B and hip-hop, neo soul's distinctive blend of classic and modern elements sets it apart, offering a unique sound that is both nostalgic and forward-thinking.

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Abraham Colona
Alicia Keys
Andye
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Bava
Ben Swissa
Ben Williams
Benny Bock
Betty Bloom
Binta
Breez Kennedy
Brooke Combe
Charles
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Coach Harrison
Crystal Murray
DEON
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Dasha
David LeSal
Def
Elijah Blond
Elise LeGrow
FITZ
FLO
Faza
Full Harmony
Genia
Godwin
Ivan Theva
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Jaylon Ashaun
JeRonelle
John Legend
John Mackk
Jonny Tobin
Joseph Lawrence
Joy Denalane
Jozzy
KAIRO
Kaisha
Kal Banx
Keenan Mathias
Kempa
King Skip
Latrelle
Lavinia Hope
Lewis Fitzgerald
Lithe
LofiMaxwell
Lu
Lucas Butler
Magro
Malachiii
Malik Elijah
Mallin
Mary J. Blige
Matthew Ifield
Mecdoux
Melissa Melan
Michael Kiwanuka
Micky Miller
Monique Nikkole
Nefertitti Avani
Nolan Taylor
Olive Jones
Otis Kemp
Paxslim
Pershard Owens
Quinn Oulton
Reeze
Reuben Aziz
Revival
Rich
Robert Glasper
Roosevelt Stewart
Ryan Shepherd
SIPHO.
Sandra "Candy" Morgan
Sianon
Stefan Mahendra
Stella Cole
Stephen
Sydney James
Taylor Crouse
Teddy Swims
Th&o.
Trevor Lawrence Jr.
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Una
Vanisha Gould
Victor Ray
Von
YngSolomon
Zia Jade
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jo0ji
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tendai
Frank Ocean
Teddy Swims
Alicia Keys
Anderson .Paak
Amy Winehouse
Dasha
Malachiii
John Legend
Marvin Gaye
Leon Bridges
Ms. Lauryn Hill
Lithe
Silk Sonic
Missy Elliott
Mary J. Blige
Rag'n'Bone Man
Nina Simone
JAEHYUN
Zacari
R. Kelly
Dwele
Erykah Badu
Janelle Monáe
Michael Kiwanuka
Fugees
Estelle
Syleena Johnson
Chaka Khan
Gnarls Barkley
Bilal
Daecolm
Robin Thicke
Kelis
Lilithzplug
Corinne Bailey Rae
D.O.E.
Jazmine Sullivan
Jozzy
Dan Caplen
Steven Rodriguez
D'Angelo
Maxwell
Caleb Gordon
Ryannah J
Jason Dhakal
J.Tajor
FLO
Merveille
Social House
Macy Gray
Robert Glasper
Jessie Ware
RealestK
Milaa
Musiq Soulchild
Jack Dine
Kai Swervo
Durand Jones
Chase Shakur
Mario Winans
Anthony Hamilton
Mecdoux
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Asal
Joony
DARGZ
Shoti
Ashley Alisha
Chrisette Michele
Victor Ray
Amélie Farren
FANJI
Donny Hathaway
Amerie
Kempa
Halle
Hunter Keys
Charles & Eddie
Eryn Allen Kane
Lederrick
Thandi
Joss Stone
PJ Morton
Stacey Ryan
Lianne La Havas
Anita Baker
Jill Scott
Jaime Deraz
James Fauntleroy
India Shan
Jann
Dahi
Alex Jean
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Billi Royce
SwKeith
Isaiah Falls
Jex
Kareen Lomax