From the soulful tones of Frank Ocean to Kelela's bold crossovers into experimental dance music, 2013 was a fascinating year for R&B. Head over to NPR Music to check out Jason King's selection of five tracks that summarize the progress and direction of R&B in 2013.
The Story Of R&B In 2013
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