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Contemporary R&B Events This Month in New York City
Contemporary R&B emerged in the late 1970s following the disco era, evolving from traditional rhythm and blues by incorporating elements of soul, funk, and electronic music. Find upcoming Contemporary R&B events in New York City this month below.
Contemporary R&B Events This Month · New York City
TUE 11 AUG
FRI 14 AUG
Otis Kane
Otis Kane
retro soulindie r&balternative r&b
Sounds Of Brazil
Gray Danger, Lucy Bright, Rosewood & More!
Lucy Bright, Gray Danger, Rosewood
popr&bsoul
Brooklyn Music Kitchen
106 & RnB
Kristinia DeBarge, Tyra B, DJ T Moody, Deejay Younga
contemporary r&br&bsoul
Lotus
MORERNBPLEASE
MORESUPPLEASE
r&bcontemporary r&bsoul
Sounds Of Brazil
SAT 15 AUG
Mic Check & Mimosas: The R&B Experience
DJ Baggz, DJ Wally Katt
r&bsoulcontemporary r&b
SuLuna
Eric Penn & Phil.
Eric Penn, Phil.
r&bcontemporary r&bsoul
Sleepwalk
Novice Principles presents: Abby Jasmine Live, Arianna Marie
Abby Jasmine, Arianna Marie
r&bhip hoppop
The Sultan Room
Premiere Saturdays
DJ BIG SKIPP, DJ BIG REEF, Bluediamond, DJ Boof, DJ First Choice, DJ Self, DJ Novocaine, DJ True Blends, Nick G, DJ Billionaire Pat, DJ Silk
r&bsoulcontemporary r&b
Agenda Restaurant
SUN 16 AUG
FRI 21 AUG
Dr. Reggie Soul Presents: Soul Sessions NYC
Dr. Reggie Soul
neo soulr&bcontemporary r&b
The Delancey Rooftop
Art&B Vol 5: Where R&B Meets Art
Jhasir Pow, Cutty, Stunna
r&bcontemporary r&bsoul
Soho Live
Ballads 'N Bottles
Shwcase, Flygerian
r&bcontemporary r&bsoul
Quantum Brooklyn
R&B AFTER DARK
DJ McQueen
r&bcontemporary r&bsoul
Keybar
SAT 22 AUG
FRI 28 AUG
SAT 29 AUG
SUN 30 AUG
Sound profile
A vocal-driven, danceable sound.
energy
55
danceability
75
valence
65
grit
20
organicness
35
commerciality
95
tempo
45
vocality
90
About Contemporary R&B
Contemporary R&B emerged in the late 1970s following the disco era, evolving from traditional rhythm and blues by incorporating elements of soul, funk, and electronic music. Characterized by polished record production, the genre typically features drum machine rhythms—often utilizing the Roland TR-808—lush synthesizers, and smooth, melismatic vocal performances. Its rhythm is defined by a syncopated, mid-tempo groove that creates a sophisticated and often sensual atmosphere, distinguishing it from the raw grit of its predecessors. Serving as a bridge between hip hop and pop, contemporary R&B maintains a dominant presence in mainstream charts through its seamless integration of urban beats and melodic song structures.
Also known as: R&B, Modern R&B, Contemporary rhythm and blues
Parent genre:R&B
Contemporary R&B events in New York City this month - FAQ
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- What is Contemporary R&B music?
- Contemporary R&B emerged in the late 1970s following the disco era, evolving from traditional rhythm and blues by incorporating elements of soul, funk, and electronic music. Characterized by polished record production, the genre typically features drum machine rhythms—often utilizing the Roland TR-808—lush synthesizers, and smooth, melismatic vocal performances. Its rhythm is defined by a syncopated, mid-tempo groove that creates a sophisticated and often sensual atmosphere, distinguishing it fr…
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