[2020] Recommended Western music artists who will break through
Looking across the global music scene, trends change rapidly, with new artists debuting and breaking through every year.
If you’re a music fan, you’re probably curious: “Who’s the next artist to break out?”
So this time, we’re introducing Western artists expected to break big in 2020, regardless of genre.
Whether you want to discover the musicians who will lead the next generation or you’re simply in the mood to hear cool music that hasn’t hit the mainstream yet, be sure to check these out.
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[2020] Recommended Western Music Artists Poised to Break Out (11–20)
ROXANNE (Prod. 94 Skrt)Arizona Zervas
Arizona Zervas is a young rapper from Maryland.
He’s famous as a rapper who gained worldwide popularity through social media like TikTok.
His tracks tend to be on the melodic side.
While he’s not the type known for exceptional flow, they’re fairly groovy, so you can really get into the vibe.
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Leighton Green is an artist from Missouri.
She grew up listening to R&B and hip-hop, and after releasing a song called “Roll in Peace Remix” on YouTube in 2017, she gained worldwide popularity.
She is a rising artist to watch, with high expectations for her future success.
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girl in red is a Norwegian indie-pop singer-songwriter whose unadorned songs are supported by teenagers around the world.
Her music is accessible, familiar indie pop, making it a great recommendation for those who enjoy languid, wistful tracks.
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Imham is a singer with a distinctive voice, often noted for sounding similar to Camila Cabello.
Being from Morocco, her songs often feature melodies that blend Latin and Arabian elements characteristic of North Africa.
The musical quality is high, so she comes recommended.
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Aikatty is a DJ and music producer from Canada.
Many of you may know him from his collaborations with Skrillex.
He specializes in tracks rooted in R&B and soul.
His sound is highly addictive, so if you’re into Western pop music, he’s definitely worth checking out.