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About Neo-Soul
A modern fusion of soul, jazz, and hip-hop featuring sophisticated harmonies, organic instrumentation, and conscious lyrics. Born in the 1990s.
Typical BPM: 80-110
Famous Artists: D'Angelo, Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, Musiq Soulchild, Maxwell
Key Features:
Extended chordsDorian modeSoulquariansLive feel
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Producer Tips for Neo-Soul
When producing Neo-Soul, scale choice is crucial for setting the right mood. The scales listed here are commonly used by professional Neo-Soul producers.
Quick tip: Try the top 3 scales in this list first - they're sorted by how commonly they appear in Neo-Soul tracks.