soul music
noun
: music that originated in African American gospel singing, is closely related to rhythm and blues, and is characterized by intensity of feeling and vocal embellishments
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Founded in 1957 by Jim Stewart, the company drew upon a mix of young, local talent, and by 1973, the label was one of the entertainment industry’s most influential producers of soul music, breaking acts such as Otis Redding, Isaac Hayes, Booker T. & the M.G.’s, Sam & Dave, and many more.
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Okla Jones, Essence, 20 May 2024
The soul of those musicians generated the soul music that raced across the airwaves from coast to coast.
—Marco Della Cava, USA TODAY, 19 May 2024
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Okla Jones, Essence, 20 May 2024
The soul of those musicians generated the soul music that raced across the airwaves from coast to coast.
—Marco Della Cava, USA TODAY, 19 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for soul music
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“Soul music.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soul%20music. Accessed 1 Jun. 2024.
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