Contemporary R&B

Contemporary R&B artists aren't much different than their New Jack Swing forefathers, incorporating hip-hop rhythms, samples, and production techniques into their sound. Contemporary R&B seamlessly blends the melodic qualities of soul and the funky rhythms of rap, leading rappers appearing alongside singers so that singing isn't just relegated to the chorus. Contemporary R&B is also notable for its high level of studio manipulation, as voices and instruments are stretched and edited digitally.