What is the history of rhythm and blues?

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4. What is considered soul music?
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1. #african
2. #1940s
3. #communities
4. #rhythm
5. #changed
6. #originated
7. #music
8. #1970s
9. #popular
10. #again
11. #american
12. #commonly
13. #abbreviated
14. #genre
15. #blues
16. #blanket