Alternative R&B is a term used by music journalists to describe a
stylistic alternative to contemporary R&B that began in the mid 2000s
and came to prominence with musical artists such as Frank Ocean, Drake,
the Weeknd, SZA, Khalid, Bryson Tiller, PartyNextDoor, Tory Lanez, 6lack
and others.
My personal favorites are Olivia Dean and Cleo
Sol, both British singer-songwriters with a talent for capturing a
unique depth in their music that almost makes you feel connected to them
in spirit.
Parent genres: Rhythm and blues, Contemporary R&B,
Dream pop
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