RnB genre of music is mainstream as it is listened by thousands of people worldwide. The name RnB is abbreviated from Rhythms and Blues. It has thirty four sub-genre's. There are combination of jazz, gospel, and blues influences which developed
within African-American communities in the 1940s and achieved mainstream popularity in the 1950s to 1960s.
It was moderate since 1980s worldwide. It started of in 1980's by new generation which added new beats such as drum machine to African American music called "Disco". The popular post-disco musicians were "Micheal Jackson" and "Prince". The main developer of this genre was Janet Jackson, as she created new sounds for her third album named "Control". New sounds contained rhymthmic element of funk and disco.
RnB genre was concluded of solo artist by 2000. For example Ashanti, Ciara, Beyoncé, Usher, Ne-Yo, Chris Brown, Rihanna, and Trey Songz.
Musicologist identify many characteristics that are part of the RnB genre.
- The music is produced to be played in many places such as clubs and parties. Whearas it also has emotional music for people who are going through an emotional time.
- Every artist has it's own formula that it follows to create successful music. They will use this over and over again to get same result.
- This music appeals to a large audience as it is not produced to cater for a niche audience. This allows all races, different age groups and sexes to listen to this genre of music.
- Every song last up to three to four minutes. The title of the song reflects the song or it is present in the lyrics. This brings it altogether.
- When recording the song different musical instruments are used varies on the differnt type music that is being created. For instance a party song will require high beats that are played by the drums.
- The song has to be at it's best before the offical release saw it is practised till perfect. This may include using the best technology and equipment possible.
- The main catergory of RnB genre music are about relationships, Love or issues in society.
- Drums
- Microphone
- Bass
- Keyboard
- Piano
- Guitar (Electric/Bass)
- orchestra
- and many more
In the picture above, Beyonce's performance is using a electric guritar and a microphone. Many artists use a electric guitar to produce unique sounds to match the lyrics.
In the above picture, Ne-Yo is using Drums, electric guitar and a microphone. This is a package that is very popular for artist to use when they are performing live.
Costumes
Artists don 't have a common style they all follow. Every artist wants to look differnt and set a trend for there fans. Also having something differnt on attracts people that have never heard your music. In this genre costume's reflect the music the artist is singing, such as a party song will follow with funky dress that is differnt to everything that is present. Whearas an emotional song the artist will be dressed in a unique flowless dress will simple hair.
The picture above is taken of Nicki Minaj. She is a classic example of a unique trend setter for the younger generation. She is unique as in the RnB genre, no solo artist coem up with costumes that are appealing to the younger generation. Through her costumes she expresses her creativity that is also added on to her music.
For a complete costume the right colours are required to fit in with the music, performance and theme. Many artist keep themselves bright and colourful with unique twist to make it differnt. Rihanna has showed this in her new video featuring Drake, What's my name. She has gone bright red with the hair, keeping up with trend along with bring her african background into her clothing. This represents a romantic atmosphere with alot of love and happiness.
Beyonce was wearing thsi white dress when performing one of her songs called Halo. The colour of the dress is white which is purity. Also dhe is looking very innocent as she is dressed very simple but her pretty is showing perfectly.
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