Must-listen! Recommended! Spotlight on male solo artists in Western music
This time, we’re introducing male solo artists from Western music! Rather than a simple roundup, we’ve selected popular artists from each genre—hip-hop, rock, R&B, soul, and jazz.
In addition to their backgrounds, we explain in detail what makes them musically outstanding, covering techniques and musicality.
It’s put together so even longtime fans can enjoy it, so be sure to check it out!
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Must-listen! Recommended! Featured Western male solo artists (21–30)
CirclesPost Malone
Post Malone is an American artist who centers his music around hip-hop while blending a wide range of genres like rock and R&B.
Interestingly, he has the unexpected background of having played in a heavy metal band during high school.
He solidified his career in 2015 and released the acclaimed album “Beerbongs & Bentleys” in 2018.
His collaboration with 21 Savage achieved the remarkable feat of holding the No.
1 spot on the Billboard chart for eight consecutive weeks.
“Sunflower,” the theme song for the film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, also reached No.
1 in the U.S., cementing his global popularity.
His wistful melodies and slightly husky, vibrato-rich vocals pair beautifully, striking a chord with listeners.
His genre-defying music is highly recommended for people who enjoy a variety of styles.
For Your EntertainmentAdam Lambert
When it comes to idols, many people have the impression that they fall short compared to truly skilled artists.
Indeed, true to that image, many idols don’t stand shoulder to shoulder with powerhouse artists.
In such an idol scene, however, Adam Lambert stands out as an artist with overwhelming ability.
Although he’s now active as a singer-songwriter, he originally debuted as an idol.
Even in his idol days, his vocal prowess was exceptionally high, and when it comes to mixed voice, he is without a doubt among the top five in the world.
His musical sensibility is also extremely sophisticated, so if you like rock-oriented sounds, be sure to check him out.
Must-listen! Recommended! Featured Western male solo artists (31–40)
Me and Mrs. JonesBilly Paul
Billy Paul, a representative figure of Philadelphia soul.
He made his debut with the 1968 album “Feelin’ Good at the Cadillac Club,” and in 1972 he produced a major hit.
The song reached No.
1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and won Best R&B Vocal Performance, Male at the 15th Grammy Awards.
His expressive vocals and the sophisticated production by Gamble & Huff have been highly praised.
Active from the 1950s through the 2010s, he worked across a wide range of genres including R&B, Philadelphia soul, and quiet storm.
He showcased his talent from a young age, making his radio debut at 11.
Highly recommended for fans of soul music.
Risveglio di una CittàLuigi Russolo
Luigi Russolo, a leading Futurist artist in early 20th-century Italy, proposed a new concept of incorporating noise as an element of music in his 1913 manifesto The Art of Noises.
He developed his own mechanical instruments, the intonarumori, and composed works such as Risveglio di una Città that captured the clamor of the city.
His performances made a powerful impact on audiences of the time and laid the groundwork for experimental and electronic music.
Russolo’s innovative ideas have greatly influenced the diversity and evolution of contemporary music.
He is an artist well worth exploring for anyone interested in the possibilities of new sounds.
Me Muero, Me MueroMoncho
Moncho, a bolero singer from Spain.
His charm lies, above all, in his sensual and passionate voice.
Born in 1940, Moncho grew up in a Catalan Romani family and learned to sing to the rhythm of the Catalan rumba.
His distinctive vocal style is highly regarded for capturing the essence of bolero.
Known for songs such as “La gata,” he has earned titles like “The King of Bolero” and “The Gypsy of Bolero,” a testament to his talent.
He enjoys immense popularity in Spain and Latin America, especially in Cuba.
His passionate rhythms and warm vocals are striking, creating works that seem to express the very moment of falling in love through music.
Highly recommended for those who love romantic atmospheres and sensual music.
Feeling GoodMichael Bublé
Michael Bublé, a Canadian singer-songwriter who enjoys overwhelming popularity on the contemporary standard jazz scene.
His voice is highly distinctive, and his singing carries a catchy quality reminiscent of Frank Sinatra.
He actively performs not only standard jazz but also pop, making his music enjoyable even for those who usually listen only to pop.
If you like warm vocal tones, be sure to check him out.
BernadetteIAMX
IAMX is a solo project known as a defining force in dark cabaret.
Founded in London in 2002, it was created by Chris Corner.
The debut album, Kiss + Swallow, was released in 2004, followed by works with a distinctive worldview such as The Alternative and Kingdom of Welcome Addiction.
Musically, it is rooted in electronic and pop/rock, heavily influenced by 1980s electronic music.
Theatrical live performances—centered on stage costumes and body painting—leave a strong impression and have earned high acclaim throughout Europe.
With its unique themes, including melancholic moods and sexual fantasy, this music is recommended for those seeking a highly individual form of expression.