About Psychedelic soul
Psychedelic soul is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1960s. It is usually classed as a form of soul and psychedelic music.
Among the best-known names in the style are Donald Glover, Janelle Monáe and Sly and the Family Stone.
From Wikipedia
Psychedelic soul (originally called black rock or conflated with psychedelic funk) is a form of soul music which emerged in the United States in the late 1960s. The style saw African-American soul musicians embrace elements of psychedelic rock, including its production techniques, instrumentation, effects units such as wah-wah and phasing, and drug influences. It came to prominence in the late 1960s and continued into the 1970s, playing a major role in the development of funk and disco.
Pioneering acts working in the genre included Sly and the Family Stone, Isaac Hayes, the Temptations, the Chambers Brothers, and Parliament-Funkadelic.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Psychedelic soul.
Key artists
- Donald Glover
- Janelle Monáe
- Sly and the Family Stone
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Psychedelic soul?
Psychedelic soul is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1960s. It is usually classed as a form of soul and psychedelic music.
Where and when did Psychedelic soul originate?
Psychedelic soul originated in United States in the 1960s.
Who are famous Psychedelic soul artists?
Donald Glover, Janelle Monáe and Sly and the Family Stone.