Most people will tell you that that R&B stands for ‘rhythm and blues,’ but some will still argue that it stands for Ruth Brown. A talented R&B singer throughout the 1950s and later in life a successful theater actress, Ruth Brown reshaped the music industry with her bluesy, storytelling ballads and her signature squeaks. Nicknamed “Miss Rhythm” by “Mr. Rhythm” Frankie Laine and called the original diva, Ruth Brown was influential in bridging the gap between the blues and R&B. Ruth Brown faced segregation and racism issues throughout her career, but continued to be a successful and influential artist. Ruth Brown was also a champion for artists’ rights, helping to reform the royalty system. Ruth Brown, born Ruth Alston Weston, was the oldest…
Music was once a place to get away. All throughout time, music has been love, passion, exercise, therapy, and fun. Music has changed dramatically in the last fifty to sixty years. Rhythm and Blues music was once known as rock and roll but was changed when the two different types of music took their own way. Rhythm and Blues started big in the 40’s and 50’s. It was the biggest and most popular type of music and made the most impact in history. R&B (Rhythm and blues), which consists of soulful…
In contrast to that, Rhythm & Blues are best known for its sufferings, to trudge along the lines of hardships while smiling through the phase of uncertainty. This genre is the music to the soul which we can be enlighten by it. However, since the downfall of the real Rhythm and Blues, here comes the “contemporary Rhythm and Blues” which is nothing short of innuendos of sex and one’s affection towards the others, period. Then again, we must emphasize the importance of Rhythm and Blues because…
In discussions of the record label’s impact on rhythm & blues, one main topic of discussion has been whether changes in the industry helped make rhythm & blues possible. On the one hand, some will argue that the evolution of the record industry played a big part on the rise and success of rhythm & blues music. On the other hand, others will say that the rhythm & blues success can only be credited to the artists and their musical contributions to the genre. I agree that changes in record labels…
According to the Rolling Stone magazine, Presley had originally developed empathy for African Americans since he came from a poor white family who can understand the miserable lives of poor blacks. Feeling empathy toward the black, Presley was described as a bridge to introduce black’s favorite music to the white community. Thus, he was successful brought the rhythm and blues heroes, such as Chuck Willis, Chuck Berry, and the Drifters, to become more familiar and well-known among white America.…
They had no idea what was created that night. Soul music had a major impact on all genres during the 60s. Soul music can trace its roots back to gospel music. According to BB King, “Gospel music is just country music.” Some of the various artist recall that the first genre of music they were exposed to was country music, and they recalled memories listening to the Grand Ole Opry. “Memphis soul” was a special type of sound. It was said that Memphis soul was raw, uncut, and had no filter. Stax…
Altschuler dives into the 1950’s to demonstrate the effect rock n’ roll had on different aspects of the American Society. Rock n’ roll during the 1950’s was a way for integration and racial tolerance to be further advanced into society. It broke down social barriers and allowed for both black and white listeners to come together on a common interest. While African American music and styles were being nationally appreciated, rock n’ roll was considered “an act of theft that in supplanting rhythm…
construct some of his finest work with Otis Redding. He would help put together Redding’s biggest commercial hit after his in “(Sittin’ On) On the Dock of the Bay”, and would be a part of his other hit music. Cropper’s playing style is streamlined, and he makes the most from the fewest notes (cite). His style is described as full of “melody, phrasing, timing, arranging, restraint”, and known to be concise (cite). If he would have stopped after the death of Redding, he would have still been…
The soul music is includes variations of sounds that incorporate elements such as rhythm or pattern. It’s a popular music genre that originated in the United States in the late 1950s and early 1960s. It combines elements of African American gospel music, rhythm and blues and jazz. Soul music became popular for dancing and listening in the United States as where record labels such as Motown, Atlantic and Stax were influential in the civil rights era. Soul also became popular around the world,…
I Got a Woman was top charting song for Ray Charles in 1955. This recording was different and inspired by a gospel song “It Must Be Jesus” by the Southern Tones. Ray Charles was able to take the gospel song and add a jazz and rhythm and blues to it. Though, this recording was not a cup of tea for everyone, it was able to sell in two different markets of music and be a success. This analysis will look at the genius Ray Charles who combine the elements of jazz, gospel, and blues structure to…