smooth soul
39 women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making smooth soul. start at whatever level you're standing on.
the whole smooth soul guide: what it is, where to start, everyone making it →
level 1 · mainstream
the pop everyone knows
level 2 · the door
big names with a sharper edge
level 3 · one step out
cult favorites and indie darlings
level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
Who are some women making smooth soul?
Debra Laws, Love Unlimited, Shirley Jones, Minnie Riperton, Roberta Flack, and Diana Ross and Lionel Richie are a few. musicisforgirls.com/genres/smooth-soul/girls lists 39, sorted from mainstream to underground.
Who are some underground women making smooth soul?
Further out, try Debra Laws, Love Unlimited, Diana Ross and Lionel Richie, and Jean Carn.
Where should I start with smooth soul?
Start with Cissy Houston, Alicia Keys, and Tori Kelly, then work your way out a level at a time.
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artists from musicbrainz and last.fm, updated 2026-10-21
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