Genre: R&B

Trace the soulful lineage of R&B guitar. From smooth pioneers to modern stylists, explore personal stories, musical influences, and the expressive touch that defines the rhythm and blues tradition.

Curtis mayfield

Curtis Mayfield

Curtis Mayfield fused elegant soul, political urgency, and rhythmic innovation—redefining protest music and elevating R&B guitar as a driving force in modern Black American sound.

Written by: Fret Lounge Staff

Published on: October 20, 2025