Western Reggae Popularity Rankings [2025]

GuiltNero64rank/position

Nero – Guilt

With colossal synths colliding against a heavy bass, this track epitomizes brostep at its finest.

It’s a work by Nero, the London-based electronic trio, released in April 2011.

The song drew attention as an advance single from the landmark album “Welcome Reality,” reaching No.

8 on the UK Singles Chart.

Most compelling is the striking contrast between the aggressive, distorted sound design and Alana Watson’s crystalline vocals.

Lyrically, it explores an inner sense of “guilt,” which resonates all the more urgently when set against the pounding beat.

Also featured on the popular compilation “Now That’s What I Call Music! 79,” it’s the perfect number for when you want to immerse yourself in an energetic sound.

White SatinZEDS DEAD65rank/position

Zeds Dead – White Satin

Zeds Dead are an electronic duo known for their boundary-crossing sound.

Recognized for their dubstep-rooted musical style, here’s a track that represents their early era.

Released in August 2010, this brostep tune samples The Moody Blues’ classic “Nights in White Satin.” The way it tears apart the original’s melancholic melody with a ferocious bassline and metallic textures, then rebuilds it, is masterful.

Watching the wistful theme be emotionally elevated through an intense drop is a quintessential experience of the genre.

It’s a perfect piece for anyone looking to dive into aggressive yet emotional dance music.

ChampionBuju Banton66rank/position

Buju Banton – Champion (Official Music Video)

A massive dancehall reggae hit and one of Buju Banton’s signature songs, “Champion.” He began deejaying at 13 and had released numerous dancehall hit tunes by 1993, but after losing a close friend, he returned to his roots.

Housecall ft. Maxi PriestShabba Ranks67rank/position

Shabba Ranks – Housecall (Your Body Can’t Lie to Me) ft. Maxi Priest

Shabba Ranks is a veteran musician in the dancehall scene.

He began his full-fledged career in the late 1980s, and with his crisp riddims and captivating gravelly voice, he has gained popularity not only in his home country but worldwide.

His classic track “Housecall” featuring Maxi Priest is crafted with a very romantic atmosphere, depicting two lovers sharing their affection.

It’s put together in a style reminiscent of lovers rock.

Nuclear (Hands Up)Zomboy68rank/position

Zomboy – Nuclear (Hands Up)

Zomboy is a music producer with roots in rock and metal.

This track, which opens his September 2012 EP “The Dead Symphonic,” is a quintessential piece from the early days of his career.

Its biggest draw is, without a doubt, the floor-shaking, ferocious drop.

Shattering the silence, the metallic, guitar-like bass explodes with an aggressively cutting edge.

On top of that, the shout-along vocal calls to the audience create a sense of unity, letting you feel the rush of a live show.

It’s perfect for those moments when you want to crank your adrenaline with high-octane sound.

An anthem packed with the intensity and fun of brostep.

Boom Shack-A-LakApache Indian69rank/position

Apache Indian – Boom Shack-A-Lak (Stereo)

Born in the UK and growing up there as someone of Indian descent, they are said to have been exposed from a young age to bhangra, reggae, dancehall, and hip-hop.

Their unique DJ style gained a strong reputation, leading to a single released on their own label.

The track reached number one on both the UK reggae chart and the bhangra reggae chart.

Supersonic (My Existence)Skrillex, Noisia, josh pan & Dylan Brady70rank/position

Skrillex, Noisia, josh pan & Dylan Brady – Supersonic (My Existence) [Official Audio]

Here, I’d like to introduce a catchy DUB track that’s widely known.

It’s “Supersonic (My Existence).” This collaboration features the globally renowned Skrillex, the electronic trio Noisia, singer Dylan Brady, and producer josh pan, and it was released in 2022.

Rather than classic, straight-ahead dubstep, it leans a bit deeper and more offbeat, making it incredibly engaging to listen to.