jan 1, 1950 - Gospel R&B
Description:
primary characteristics:
- fusion of gospel melodies, singing styles, harmonies and rhythmic patterns c secular lyrics and R&B instrumentation
- solo vocal style c lots of ornamentation --> whoops, cries, bent notes, melismas, shouts, call and response c horns or female back up trio (in the case of Ray Charles, the Raelettes)
- simulation of gospel church service c idiomatic pop lyric content
Added to timeline:
Popular Music After 1945
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