Soul Blues

Soul Blues emerged in the 1960s, primarily in the southern United States, as a cheeky blend of traditional blues and the heartfelt sounds of soul music; it's like blues decided it needed a bit more flair and a sharper suit. Characterised by emotive vocals and a rhythm that's as smooth as a well-buttered crumpet, it often features horns and a lilting groove that makes you want to sway, even if you have two left feet. If there's one thing you can say for Soul Blues, it's that it knows how to turn heartache into a dance party, proving that misery does indeed enjoy company on the dance floor.