Southern soul (also known as Deep Soul or Country Soul) is a type of soul music that emerged from the Southern United States. Southern soul is often identified with artists like Professor Longhair, Allen Toussaint, Lee Dorsey, Wilson Pickett, Otis Redding, Aretha Franklin, Joe Tex, James Brown, Isaac Hayes, Carla Thomas, The Staple Singers, Sam and Dave and many others.
The music originated from a combination of styles, including blues (both 12 bar and jump), country and western, early rock and roll, and a strong gospel influence that emanated from the sounds of Southern African-American churches. The focus of the music was not on its lyrics, but on the "feel" or the groove. This ...
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An old school funk track that's dripping with soul. Features sexy drums, flowing horn line and some greasy guitar. A really bold track that will surely add a lot of character! Instrumental, RnB, Southern Soul
A Pop / R&B / Hip-Hop groove with a doom-laden guitar riff and big hits, combines with a funky little beat and soom hooky little vocalizations. This unusual mash-up of styles and genres creates a unique, catchy and quirky sound that will go well with style and fashion, youth and urban projects,, Instrumental, RnB, Neo-Soul
A slow and sultry instrumental track that is a combination of the Memphis soul sound of the 60s, and the “Swampers” sound of Muscle Shoals. It features drums, bass, electric piano, guitars, horns, and Hammond B3 on the melody. Great track for background music for a film or doc. Instrumental, RnB, Southern Soul
Head-bopping and funky beats with gospel vocals and a 1970's funk vibe. Works great with community, dance and urban scenes. Party feel. Also available without the vocals. Instrumental, RnB, Funk
Perky hip-hop / funk, light hearted and fun with a pinch of Blues, works great with advertising, presentations and everything that's sizzling and coooool. Instrumental, RnB, Funk
A slow and sultry, bluesy soft rock track. Alternative rock / Indie-rock and Blues feel. Heartbroken, sincere, touching. Instrumental, RnB, Southern Soul
Proud and steady, his stripped-down blues track has a great mid-tempo drive. Overdriven electric guitar, solid bass and kick drum underlay the sliding, airy melody of the resonator guitar. The simplicity of the arrangement is a perfect analog for country-side dramas/landscapes, period pieces, B-roll, Instrumental, Blues, Electric Blues
Raw and upbeat, this early, country blues track is highly rhythmic and increases in tempo. Unpredictable and improvised, its two acoustic guitars riff over a bed of amp-distorted harmonica, brushed snare and kick drum. This track is perfect for injecting a wily, playfully “American” tone into dramas, Instrumental, Country, Country Rock
This slow-jam, country pop track is easy-going, sparse with a bit of funk. A catchy chord melody is played on two resonator guitars which are panned hard right and left. Supporting this is bass, shakers and drums which lay down a solid but airy groove. A great fit for projects needing a rural, Instrumental, Country, Country Pop
This sparse, solemn guitar track can easily convey the feelings of isolation, risk, and finding a way out of struggles. The recording is a single take of a resonator guitar played with a brass slide. Perfect for usage in introspective and melancholy scenes and historical or travel documentaries. Instrumental, Country, Bluegrass
Upbeat, earthy and proud, this country blues track has that real, authentic touch. This is a raw, one-take performance of a small “cowboy” acoustic guitar. This feel is enhanced by foot stomps, claps and snaps. Suitable for dramas, Western/Americana themes, comedies, and documentaries. Rural /, Instrumental, Country, Bluegrass
Raw, rootsy, and loose, this acoustic 12-string guitar track carries the spirit of traditional delta blues. Slide is used other the guitar giving it a rough and proud sound, backed up by sparse drums and harmonic drones. This track is great for rural, relational dramas comedies, and reality shows. Instrumental, Country, Bluegrass
This banjo-based track is down-to-earth and swampy. Its blues and country influences give it an authentic range that can also touch into the comedic. The opened-back banjo is supported by acoustic rhythm guitar, and resonator slide guitar. Perfect for country “Americana” dramas and comedies, plus, Instrumental, Country, Bluegrass
This loose and upbeat Zydeco-inspired track has the feel of an impromptu, improvised jam and conveys a welcoming, friendly spirit. The accordion plays rhythmically against the acoustic guitar, bass and claps – with some vocals effects in the background. Excellent for comedy, cooking and travel shows, Instrumental, Country, Bluegrass
Festive and fun, this upbeat waltz conveys the Cajun sounds of Louisiana. Accordion, vocals and bluesy, slide dobro trade melodies over a cheerful, steady rhythm section. This is a great track for family or travel themes, and also cooking and comedy. Cajun / Cheerful / Waltz. Vocal Pads, Country, Bluegrass
Dirty and rough, this track is in-your-face funk and played in the pocket. Centered around an overdriven bass guitar groove, its solid drums, keyboards and quirky banjo add spice to the arrangement. Great for comedy, urban themes and reality programming. Rough/ Authentic/ Funky. Instrumental, Rock, Funk Rock
Uplifting, soulful and empowering Blues with a vintage 50s and 60s vibe. Features female vocals, horns, piano, bass and drums. Great for commercials, TV and movies. Female Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Rousing, joyful gospel piece featuring B3 organ and piano. Great for any usage that needs an up-tempo, inspiring gospel vibe. Vocal Pads, Spiritual, Black Gospel
This funk and blues inspired track adds a positive and motivating underscore for your corporate or advertising projects. Quiet piano intro builds with drums and 70's rhythmic Funky Guitar with wailing blues harmonica solo. A great feel good track for fashion, party scenes and southern soul projects. Instrumental, RnB, Southern Soul
A little Memphis, Motown, Muscle Shoals, and New Orleans. This retro sounding R&B instrumental track features, drums, bass, guitars, and horns. Mid-tempo with a strong back beat. Great track for film, commercials, docs, or anything needing that hip, cool sound. Instrumental, RnB, Southern Soul
A little blues, gospel, and soul. Some Memphis, Motown, and Muscle Shoals. This instrumental track features drums, bass, piano, B3 organ, guitar, and strong horn section. This track would be at home in a documentary setting, or rolling credits at the end of a film. Instrumental, RnB, Southern Soul
A funky, grooving rock jazz fusion track in the style of the great trombone shorty. Medium slow tempo with high energy, brassy trombone lead. New Orleans, Bourbon Street, Memphis, Beale Street. Down home southern fried funk. Mardi Gras party, bar scene, live funk fusion band. Sultry hot and sweaty. Instrumental, RnB, New Orleans RnB
A beautiful fusion of African, R & B, Soul, Gospel and powerful vocals make this track a great choice for any media looking for a moving and celebratory song. Get the spirit brothers and sisters! Emotion-packed and ready for your visual to take the audience to a high level of heart warming emotion. Instrumental, RnB, Southern Soul
Upbeat, Memphis Soul or Swamp/Southern Rock. Featuring catchy piano, brass section, and organ. In the vein of 70s Stax sound or Motown, but it sounds more modern. Filled with happy, elated, party feeling. Great for Comedy, Family, Sports, and Advertising for Food, Restaurant, etc. Instrumental, RnB, Southern Soul
A fun, unique blend of southern folk and soul with a funky hip hop breakbeat. Imagine Fatboy Slim remixing an old soul song. Starts with piano and acoustic guitar before the beat kicks in, adding horns, banjo, drums and bass. A feel good, positive groove that will appeal to a wide audience. Instrumental, RnB, Southern Soul
Southern States R&B / Funk a la "Little Feat". Featuring horn section and slide guitar. Ska feel. An Underscore version is also available. Instrumental, RnB, Southern Soul
Male Vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio, jukebox, Nashville funky, line dancing, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music, bobby womack, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Male vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Male vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Memphis Soul
Male vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Male vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Female vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Male vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Male vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Female vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Female Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Male vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Male vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Male vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Female vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Female Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Male vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Male vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Female vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Female Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Male vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Male vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Female vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Female Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Male vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Female vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Female Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Male vocal, Road House, club scenes, radio Nashville funky, line dancing, fast cars, hot cars, hot rods, Beale Street Soulful, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, Stax Sound, Motown, Blues, Southern Soul, Candi Stanton, Old School R&B, car commercial, infomercials, adverts, spa, dramatic, black music,, Male Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
