Soul Music
Everything published on Viyolens under Soul Music — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Essential Soul Music Albums Explained
Five records, two competing production philosophies, and the exact moment soul music grew beyond the three-minute single.
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.
Blues Brothers for Beginners: A Complete Guide
The Blues Brothers are perhaps one of the most accessible entry points into soul, blues, and funk music. This beginner's guide walks you through how to approach their music, what makes them special, a...
Blues Brothers: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Starting a Blues Brothers collection means choosing which releases matter. Here's how to buy smart—prioritising the masterpieces and avoiding padded compilations.
The Complete Guide to Northern Soul
Northern Soul emerged from Northern England's dance floors, becoming a cultural phenomenon defined by passionate enthusiasm for obscure American soul records and devoted subcultural identity.
Pedal Envelope Filter: A Complete Guide
An envelope filter pedal tracks your playing dynamics and applies expressive filtering that responds to how hard you play. Perfect for funk bass, soul guitar and dynamic expression, discover this esse...
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 Best R&b Music Artists to Know
A genre this old has too many names to rank fairly. Here's the roll call of R&B artists who built and rebuilt the sound, from the 1940s founders to today's contemporary wave.
The Complete Guide to 1986 Christmas Number 1
Jackie Wilson's 'Reet Petite' claimed the 1986 Christmas number 1 spot, demonstrating that authentic soul music and nostalgia could outperform manufactured novelty. Discover the cultural impact of thi...
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.
The Complete Guide to Blues Brothers
The Blues Brothers transformed comedy and blues-soul music through authentic performances, legendary films, and genuine respect for American roots music traditions.
Soul Music Subgenres, Explained
One genre, six genuinely distinct strands — here's a clear map of soul music's regional and stylistic branches.
The Best Soul Music Songs Right Now
Older than most people streaming them, and still defining the sound today — these are the soul songs that never really left.
Essential R&b Music Albums Explained
R&B is best understood through full records, not singles. Here are the essential albums that trace the genre from its soul breakthrough to its neo-soul reinvention.
The Ultimate Guide to Combo Organ
Combo organs deliver authentic warm tones prized by soul, funk, and rock musicians. Learn about vintage Hammond, Vox, and Farfisa models, and discover if a combo organ suits your playing.
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1986 Christmas Number 1
A focused archive category for the 1986 festive chart topper and the story behind it.
Blues Brothers
Blues Brothers-inspired instruments and gear for soulful, band-led performances, from rehearsal rooms to live stages.
Combo Organ
Combo organs deliver a bright, vintage stage sound with simple controls, making them popular for live gigs and retro rec...
Envelope Filter Pedal
A touch-sensitive filter effect that adds movement, funk and expressive tonal shifts.
Northern Soul
Northern soul is a British dance scene built on rare, upbeat soul records. Explore the gear and culture behind this endu...
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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