Southern Soul

Southern soul is a genre characterized by its emotive, heartfelt sound, marked by slow-burning rhythms, rich instrumentation, and deeply expressive vocals. Emerging in the 1960s, it evolved from the intersection of blues, gospel, and rhythm and blues, with artists from the southern United States creating a unique blend that emphasized raw emotion and authenticity. Reaching its peak in the late 1960s and early 1970s, southern soul became a cultural phenomenon, capturing the struggles and triumphs of African American life during the Civil Rights era. Its impact was profound, influencing the development of funk, disco, and contemporary R&B. Notable for its use of horns, keyboards, and driving basslines, southern soul distinguished itself from other soul styles with its more subdued tempo and a focus on storytelling through lyrics. The genre's poignant, soul-stirring quality continues to resonate with listeners, making it a beloved and enduring part of music history.

Latest Southern Soul Release
undefined album image
Kicked Me To The Dirt
Single - Released May 2, 2025
Top Artists Spotify Logo
Otis Redding
Aretha Franklin
Tammi Terrell
Al Green
The Emotions
Ole 60
Top Playlists
Blues, Jazz and Funk 14 Southern Soul artists
Echoes of the Ages: A Melodic Voyage Through Time 9 Southern Soul artists
Dr. John Top Radio 8 Southern Soul artists
Rolling Stone Magazine - 500 Greatest Songs of All Time (2024) 6 Southern Soul artists
70s HITS - 100 Greatest Songs of the 1970s 4 Southern Soul artists
Top 50 Global 3 Southern Soul artists

RecentMusic users are tracking 143 Southern Soul artists for new releases, and have access to the full timeline of 2,682 releases .

Join them and feed your new music addiction, and add the Southern Soul artists you love!

Get Started Browse Arists
  1. May 2, 2025
  2. April 11
  3. April 4
  4. April 4
  5. April 4
  6. April 4
  7. April 3
  8. April 2
  9. March 21
  10. March 21
  11. March 8
  12. February 21
  13. February 21
  14. February 21
  15. February 20
  16. February 14
  17. February 14
  18. February 14
  19. February 14
  20. February 9
  21. February 7
  22. January 31
  23. January 17
  24. January 17
  25. January 17
  26. January 17
  27. January 17
  28. January 15
  29. January 14
  30. January 11
  31. January 10
  32. December 18, 2024
  33. December 13
  34. December 7
  35. December 5
  36. December 1
  37. November 29
  38. November 29
  39. November 22
  40. November 22