Best R&B/Soul Mixtapes of 2012 (So Far)

As these words are being written, 2012 is about halfway over, so it's time to look back at the best free R&B and Soul mixtapes of the first six months of the year, as well as the best free digital EPs and albums. The list, which is full of talented young up-and-coming artists like Josh Xantus, JoiStaRR and brother duo Jake & Papa, also includes links to where each mixtape can be listened to online and downloaded legally and for free. To check it out, just click the link below for the about.com picks for the best R&B/Soul mixtapes of 2012 so far.

• Best R&B/Soul Mixtapes of 2012 (So Far)
• Best R&B/Soul Albums of 2012 (So Far)