Alternative R&B

Alternative R&B is a genre that reimagines traditional R&B by blending it with elements of electronic music, hip-hop, and indie pop, resulting in a moody, experimental soundscape. Emerging in the late 2000s, it often features introspective lyrics, unconventional production techniques, and genre-blurring collaborations. Artists like Frank Ocean and FKA twigs have become synonymous with this innovative style, pushing the boundaries of rhythm and blues into new, uncharted territories.