Stylistic origins Louisiana music
R&B | ||
Cultural origins New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. Typical instruments Piano
brass instruments (horns) Derivative forms Ska
reggae
swamp pop
swamp rock | ||
New Orleans rhythm and blues is a type of R&B music from the US city of New Orleans, Louisiana, characterized by extensive use of piano and horn sections, complex syncopated "second line" rhythms, and lyrics that reflect New Orleans life. It was a major influence on ska and reggae.
Notable artists
Artists in this style include:
References
New Orleans rhythm and blues Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA