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Rnb music on the radio in United Kingdom

R&B (Rhythm and Blues) music has been popular in the United Kingdom since the 1960s, when it was heavily influenced by the soul and funk movements in the United States. Today, the genre continues to be popular in the UK, with many British R&B artists making a name for themselves on the international stage.

Some of the most popular R&B artists in the UK include Adele, whose powerful vocals and soulful lyrics have earned her numerous awards and accolades; Jessie J, known for her powerful voice and energetic performances; and Emeli Sandé, a Scottish singer-songwriter whose debut album "Our Version of Events" became the best-selling album in the UK in 2012.

Radio stations that play R&B music in the UK include BBC Radio 1Xtra, which focuses on urban music genres such as R&B, hip hop, and grime; Capital XTRA, which bills itself as "the UK's leading urban music station" and features R&B and hip hop hits; and Heart FM, which plays a mix of pop and R&B music. Other radio stations that occasionally play R&B music include BBC Radio 1 and Kiss FM.