Motown
Everything published on Viyolens under Motown — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The History of R&b Music
R&B began as an industry marketing term in 1949 and grew into one of the twentieth century's most influential musical traditions. Here's how it happened, decade by decade.
The Best Pop Music Artists to Know
Pop doesn't have one canon. Here's a tour through the artists who each reshaped the mainstream sound for their own era, from Elvis to BTS.
A Beginner's Guide to R&b Music
R&B music began as an industry label in 1949 and grew into one of popular music's richest traditions. Here's a gentle, jargon-free introduction to what it is and how to hear it.
The History of Soul Music
A sacred tradition repurposed for secular ends, built in three cities at once, that soundtracked a movement almost by accident of timing.
A Beginner's Guide to Soul Music
Gospel-rooted vocals, three defining sounds, and an eight-track route in — here's everything a soul music newcomer needs.
R&b Music for Newcomers: Where to Start
Every R&B list throws forty names at you at once. Here's an actual starting plan instead - five listens, one simple rule, and a clear next step once you're hooked.
The Best Soul Music Artists to Know
The founders, the label rosters, the session bands and the revivalists — here's who actually built this sound.
Soul Music Subgenres, Explained
One genre, six genuinely distinct strands — here's a clear map of soul music's regional and stylistic branches.
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Pop Music
Accessible, hook-led songs with polished production, strong vocals and broad mainstream appeal.
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R&b Music
R&B music blends groove, strong vocals and polished production. Explore equipment for smooth, expressive recording a...
Soul Music
Soul music combines expressive vocals, rich harmony and warm grooves. Explore gear that captures emotion, clarity and cl...
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