Alternative R&B is a genre that blends traditional R&B with elements of electronic, hip-hop, and indie music. It often features soulful vocals, experimental production, and introspective lyrics that explore themes of love, identity, and social issues. The genre is known for its unique sound and diverse range of influences, which can include jazz, funk, and neo-soul. Alternative R&B artists often push the boundaries of traditional R&B, incorporating unconventional sounds and styles to create a fresh and innovative sound.
Here is a list of alternative r&b artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the alternative r&b genre. You can find out what alternative r&b genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.