Neo-Soul is a musical genre that fuses contemporary R&B and 1970s-style soul with elements of hip-hop. As its name (new-soul) implies, Neo-Soul music is essentially modern-day soul music, with contemporary attitudes and sensibilities. It differs from contemporary R&B in that it's obviously more soulful, and it also tends to have deeper messages and meanings than R&B. In general, neo-soul has remained almost exclusive to R&B outlets such as urban radio and Black Entertainment Television.
Origins: The actual term "neo-soul" is believed to have originated with Kedar Massenburg of Motown Records in the late-1990s. The genre itself however, is considered to have originated in the m ...
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smooth sounding track with a funky neo-bass line, sharp strings and a mellow sax sprinkles of lead synth lines use for romantic scene or situation that is relaxing a private sharing caring moment forgiving understanding coming together he explains agin to her what she did not understand initially, Instrumental, RnB, Neo-Soul
smooth vibe track with main chords from an acoustic guitar with synth lead embellishments and sax leads spiral strings and lazy bass line keep arrangement the palpably unfolding organic beauty of improvisation downtempo about two people unwinding from some exhaustive task or predicament now its over, Instrumental, RnB, Neo-Soul
this track struts along on a breeze with that carefree feel to it driven by the bass and beat with huge string presence, and confident guitar chords used melodically, violins are subliminal, sprinkles of synth lines, agressive string section, suited for urban backdrops in challenging situation, Instrumental, RnB, Neo-Soul
Soulful and jazz inflected song about staying together when it gets challenging. Great for films about weathering the bad times in relationships worth the fight. Great for romantic comedy closing credits as the battle has been won against all odds. Male Vocals, RnB, Neo-Soul
a very smooth evening track with mellow and hypnotic melodys that weave in and out of each other the air of funkiness from by the bass underneath and on top of the whole use for a regrettable situation or circumstance in need of forgiveness and closure its calm intriguing mellow and yet has tension, Instrumental, RnB, Neo-Soul
Luxurious moonlight music, cool for romantic scenes, dancing under the stars, falling in love. Easy and alluring music, sensuous, filled with desire and longing. Easily loopable for continuous playing. Instrumental, RnB, Neo-Soul
This groove is sure to make you tap your foot and nod your head. Funky bass line, smooth piano chords, and warm fender rhodes. Instrumental, RnB, Neo-Soul
track uses classical feeling sounds on top of an R&B mood and even a sitar for some ethnic flavor with moody strings in the background emotions of sentimental, calm, exotic and mellow trumpet fills, genres are ballad lounge jazzy pop can use for love backdrop a breakup or loss or being back together, Instrumental, RnB, Neo-Soul
A Down and Dirty Neo soul tune in the vein of D'angelo, Maxwell, Prince and Sly Stone. This Philadelphia style slip shot groove is infectious with it's retro synth sounds coupled with funky live drums, head noddin' base line and funkalicious guitar work. It's sexy and grimy and all things soul, Male Vocals, RnB, Neo-Soul
A soulful mid to ballad tempo tune from the perspective of a man going crazy. He talks about the insanity of losing the love of his life and not understanding the why and how of it. Features male lead and background vocals and a driving funky guitar driven track. Male Vocals, RnB, Neo-Soul
Step into a world of sweet sounds that will relax the mind and free the spirit. Perfect for light-hearted romance or the easiest of Easy Listening music. Charming films, promotions, or late-night scenes at a big city lounge, romantic dining, or chilling after a night on the town. Instrumental, RnB, Neo-Soul
Sexy female vocals, romantic drama, male backup. Fun flirty sassy and great for urban clubs, love making scenes, seduction, lust desire. Soulful alluring freaky. Female Vocals, RnB, Neo-Soul
This groove is sure to make you tap your foot and nod your head. Funky bass line, smooth piano chords, and warm fender rhodes. Instrumental, RnB, Neo-Soul
Modern soul love song about finding the one you want. Blends jazzy electronic and pop instrumentation. A good blend of mature and young sensibilities. Great for films about the beginning of a romance young and old. Especially good for relationships involving age differences. Male Vocals, RnB, Neo-Soul
Great driving in the car summer love song. Hopeful, inquisitive yet fun and toe tapping. About people with pasts that make them a bit hesitant about diving in even though it looks and feels great. Great for a beginning of a film about relationships and coming to grips with the work it takes, Male Vocals, RnB, Neo-Soul
Inspirational, soothing, soulful female vocal urban R&B. Sweet and lush vocals, perfect for romantic drama or difficult moments in life. A hopeful dream of escaping life's problems. Inspirational, hope-filled and uplifting. Elegant and mellow rhythms with a serious prayer for better days. Female Vocals, RnB, Neo-Soul
Male, female love duet. Great vocals, meaningful lyrics. Elegant, mellow and jazzy. Sweet romance, slow dancing. Bar, lounge or easy listening neo soul track. Loving, special, caring and serene. Appreciation for being loved and cared for. Melancholy, perfect for Soap Opera, romantic soundtrack, Mixed Vocals, RnB, Neo-Soul
A really smooth tune that fuses jazz and neo-soul. The piece features vocalist Shameka Henderson. Nice traveling music as suggested by the lyrics. Female Vocals, RnB, Neo-Soul
Groovy drum looped modern neo soul. Spacey and intense. Electric piano, horns, strings and fuzz electric lead guitar accents. Builds as it goes. Suspenseful and textural. Instrumental, RnB, Neo-Soul
Tiffany is no stranger to the music scene, her debut album “A Tainted Love” was released underground in 2004. Her new CD “All About Me" Tiffany mixes old school soul with contemporary R&B with a touch of Jazz. Female Vocals, RnB, Neo-Soul
Featuring the smooth, smokey vocals of Homemadesoul, this track is sure to be a crowd pleaser. It is a neo soul track with a little surprise. It will suit the following themes: Complexities of relationships, splitting up, string of bad luck, the world is on your shoulders and its getting heavier, Male Vocals, RnB, Neo-Soul
