1990s R&B was built on a foundation of deep sultry grooves and powerhouse vocal performances. The genre often featured slow-burning ballads and mid-tempo jams that highlighted the rollercoaster ride found in romance. And damn is that production style iconic– lush, polished tracks using warm synth pads, deep basslines, and crisp drum programming that put every element in its perfect little tidy corner. Toni Braxton is one of the most successful artists in the entire genre (selling over 70 million records over the course of her career) and she damn sure exemplifies all the things that made it great. Her debut album showcased her rich harmonies, intricate vocal runs, and smooth melodies that became her calling card and made her a standout vocal talent for the balance of the decade.
Standout Songs: “Another Sad Long Song”, “Breathe Again”, “Candelight”, “You Mean The World To Me”, “Spending My Time With You”
