Progressive Soul

Progressive Soul emerged in the late 1960s, when artists decided that traditional soul wasn’t quite grand enough, so they added a sprinkle of jazz, a dash of rock, and a few theatrics to boot. Characterised by lush arrangements, complex rhythms, and lyrics that occasionally sound like they were written during a particularly intense tea break, it invites listeners to either groove or ponder deeply, depending on their mood. It’s that delightful moment when you want to dance and ponder the universe simultaneously, which, let's be honest, is a tough balance to strike usually.