10 Kings of R&B to Stream Instead | #MuteRKelly Playlist [VIDEO]
Fresh off the heels of the month-long “King of R&B” discussion, it seems the music industry has finally raised the collective consciousness. Industry insiders are joining the call to #MuteRKelly!
Look, I understand. The man contributed to some of the best 90’s vibes and probably helped set the tone for some of your most memorable moments. But the harsh reality is that there comes a time when you must let go of what was and embrace what’s to come.
Sure it may feel like there is no better R&B than that of your favorite area. For me, it’s the 90’s.
Luckily Soul music still lives! Emerging and next up artists birthed from the sounds and vibes of that music we love continue to carry the torch.
Here are 10 rising Kings of R&B to stream other than R. Kelly
- Luke James
- Ro James
- BJ The Chicago Kid
- 6lack
- Xavier Omär
- Masego
- Jesse Boykins III
- Leon Bridges
- Jacquees
- Bryson Tiller
(In no particular order)
First thing’s first: he’s fine. Ok, now that we’ve gotten that out the way, let’s talk shop.
Luke James is an easy pick for this list. Simply put, he embodies music. No, literally. When you watch Luke James perform you can see the music move through him!
The passion the “I Want You” singer has for art is easy to spot, whether you listen to how intentionally he speaks in interviews, how attentive he listens, the way he moves effortlessly from musician to actor on hit FOX series STAR or the soul in his diverse music catalog.
The New Orleans-born crooner will certainly help you set the mood for a little Bump n’ Grind.
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq3QW3Elyay/
Had to slip in this precious selfie from the 2017 BET Awards, just ahead of his acting debut in the New Edition Story.
[button size=”medium” url=”https://www.thebobbypen.com/king-r-b-mute-r-kelly/2″ text=”next” target=”” color=”dark” ]