Contemporary R&B (also known as R&B) is a music genre of western popular music. Although the acronym “R&B” originates from its association with traditional rhythm and blues music, the term R&B is today most often used to define a style of African American music originating after the demise of disco in the 1980s. This newer style combines elements of soul, funk, dance, and, from 1986 on with the advent of New Jack Swing branded R&B, hip hop.
The abbreviation R&B is almost always used instead of the full rhythm and blues term, although some sources refer to the style as urban contemporary (the name of the radio format that plays hip hop and contemporary R&B).
Inventive, sexy contemporary R&B piece with an angular vocal in the style of Beyonce, Rihanna, Aaliyah and others. Urban, pulsing, erotic. Cool for pole dancing, striptease, 20-something nightclubs, chasing girls, teen fantasies, bar lounge club. Sassy catwalk, fashion, hair products and more! Female Vocals, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
This super soulful ballad features silky smooth male vocals over a minimalist slow jam, head-bobbing groove. Synth embellishments, octave guitar and strings add a nice fusion of retro/neo soul. Romantic comedy or drama, 20's-50's something crowd, or blare it on the car radio for a cruising scene. Male Vocals, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Beautiful and uplifting, positive R&B track with influences from modern rock acts like Coldplay. Perfect for corporate, motivational, triumphant productions. Presentations, splash screens, commercial ads, etc. Also good for romance & love, and productions depicting good and happy moments. Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
This is a sexy mid tempo, Beyonce sort of song. There are female vocals, but no lyrics. It gives the feeling of being in the club hanging out and being sensual. This song has a wide range of possibilities. It could be in the background of a TV/Movie scene. It could also be up front as a theme song. Female Vocals, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
A modern R&B and Hip Hop style composition. Can be used an multiple projects that require a smooth, elegant yet up tempo Hip Hop andR&B groove. This track can be part of platinum album, movie, commercial or any project that needs high quality Hip Hop and R&B, Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Enticing contemporary Pop/R&B Track. Middle Eastern flavoured real string melody, broken beat & cool autotune female vocals. In the style of Pussycat dolls etc. Great for girl commercials, TV Drama & Promos. Anthony James, Yiorgos Bellapaisiotis, Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Very Sexy R&B Track. Beautiful Guitar arpeggio with a pretty piano touch and a modern Drum Beat. Beautiful Strings just top this track off! The Switch up is very beautiful as well later in the track. Think Usher, Musiq Soulchild, Chris Brown, Omarion, Beyonce', Tyrese, etc. Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
This song is about living life to the fullest! enjoying everday life. It's an anthem for people that need to have a good time! female singing this Beautiful and soulful song with a funky bassline leading the way for the powerful horn driving chorus! great for a party, bar, dinner, park, wine, scene, Female Vocals, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
A smooth Track for use in hip hop and R&B. Can be used by an indie artist or for any project require a smooth multiuse hip hop and R&B track. Calling all steppers, this track is perfect for that old school steppers feel. Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Contemporary, Spirited Pop/R&B Track. In the style of Pussycat dolls, Shakira. Cool breakbeat, Smooth Female vocals, some autotuned & real strings. Great for commercials aimed at girls, teen Drama & Promos. Anthony James, Yiorgos Bellapaisiotis, Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Somber Acoustic line reminiscent of "Hotel California" by the Eagles. Chorus kicks in and further reinforces the motif. Song is about the social heart of an inner city youth and the bad stance America has on the issue, but it still unites us in the end. Sounds like Tupac, Scarface, Ice Cube. Male Vocals, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Uptempo danceable song about how a woman warns A man not to leave her because the grass is not greener on the other side. He soon regrets leaving her and is now trying to get back with her. Great for background music or movies about love and relationships. Female Vocals, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Smooth RnB track with a Latin urban feel. Well suited to a variety of scenes and film applications. Dramatic enough for a crime show, smooth enough for a love scene. Male Vocals, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
An Afro-caribean feel song with heavy bass, blended with African rythm. bound to get you up & grooving. club banger! Romantic comedy, drama, boy meets girl, tries to win her heart. Fun sunny sweet, winning lyrics. Male Vocals, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Fresh, funky and catchy R&B meets hip-hop with a slight tango feel and latin style guitar strumming! This groovy and sensual number is available both as a vocal and an instrumental version. Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Smooth grooving, fresh, funky and R&B joins hip-hop to produce a beckoning of love. This sensual instrumental is so invigorating it makes emotions erupt. Though comforting it makes you want to rock your body. Sweet tantalizing guitar hooks. It is just complete fun. Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Contemporary RnB Exotic/Erotic instrumental with subtle hip hop flavor. Jazzy Guitar with an infectious laid back groove. Sensual, erotic, romantic, mellow, deep bass, hip hop whistle, Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Funky R&B track available in a vocal version and an instrumental version. Features wah guitars, electronic downtempo drums and a minimalist bass groove. Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Uptempo energetic track with guitar riff, hand percussions, 4 on the floor drive. Could be suitable for workout music, television theme music. Video game music while game is paused or during different stages. Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Man sings to his woman trying to figure out What'chu Wanta Do? He wants to show her the world and romance, and hopes she will trust him and take a chance. A poignant and soulful ballad about problems with love and how to keep it alive through sorrow, upheaval and tough times. Dramatic urban themes. Male Rap, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Catchy neo soul instrumental piece in the style of Paul Jackson Jr. and Earl Klugh.
Starts with a pretty guitar intro and evolves to a smooth, K wave, Quiet Storm, modern, elegant instrumental jazz track with a sensual groove. A perfect background for that voice over radio spot or TV advert, Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Neo Soul love song, mid tempo with big chorus and a soulful fine vocal in the style of D'Angelo Maxwell John Legend and others Uplifting positive and great for in store play as well as video TV drama and multi media Also ideal for any film or television project, including Cinemax, Male Vocals, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Very contemporary R&B instrumental groove piece with sass and strut in the style of Janet Jackson, Rihanna and Beyonce
Cool for pole dancing, striptease, 20-something nightclubs, chasing girls, teen fantasies, bar lounge club. Sassy catwalk, fashion. Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Contemporary R&B instrumental piece with positive modern feel. Product launch, video TV Radio Multi Media and any production that needs fresh sounds with NRG! Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
To me, it has an Andre 3000 from Outkast feel to it. A jazzy, church with a hip hop swing. Would be great for an Idlewild Part 2, cartoon, etc. Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Poppy RnB Electronic mini bite, works as a short standalone piece and as a loop. Has various rhythms and percussive funky elements too keep a listeners interest in a repeating loop. Can also be used as a non looping piece.
Ideal for use in flash, DVD menus and games, Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Soulful urban slow dance with female vocals. Ardent and expressive with a touch of retro flourishes and choice of instrumental timbres. Female Vocals, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
R&B song to a beautiful lady, that came into his life and he falls in love, couldn't believe a feeling like this, a real love from a dream to reality. Male Vocals, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Originally composed for balladeer group Blue Magic, I thought to give them an Urban R&B feel with a HipHop touch being that 1) their manager inquired, 2) they did a past track with Big Daddy Kane, 3) they did a recent track for movie American Gangster. RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
Confident and groovy track soundidng like any LA funk band. Great bass line and a very cool melody. Also available an underscore version. Instrumental, RnB Music, Contemporary RnB
