Recommended cool Western music artists
We’re introducing some cool artists recommended by our studio staff from among the most popular international music stars.
It’s also a great, definitive playlist for anyone new to Western music.
Recommended cool Western music artists (1–10)
DuraDaddy Yankee
Hailing from Puerto Rico, Daddy Yankee has a dramatic backstory: after an unexpected accident shattered his dream of becoming a professional baseball player, he pivoted to a career in music.
Known as the “King of Reggaeton,” his music has the power to ignite listeners in an instant.
After debuting in 1995, his 2004 single “Gasolina” became a global smash.
The landmark album Barrio Fino, which features the track, was a watershed that sparked a reggaeton boom worldwide.
His glittering list of accolades, including the Latin Grammy Awards, attests to his achievements.
His passionate, rhythm-driven vocals are like magic, turning any place into a dance floor.
He’s the perfect artist when you want to boost your mood with high-energy sounds.
Daddy, Brother, Lover, Little BoyMr. BIG
They are an American hard rock band.
Paul Gilbert, the guitarist who also teaches at a music school, performs with technical precision while also employing flexible playing methods, such as attaching a pick to the tip of a power drill to play.
This House Is Not For SaleBon Jovi
They’re a quintessential American hard rock band.
Of course, their songs are awesome, but John, the vocalist who’s nearly 60, is still as cool as ever.
Plus, the band has great chemistry, and watching their live footage always leaves me with a warm, happy feeling.
DeliIce Spice
Ice Spice, hailed as a new-generation queen from the Bronx, New York, has established a distinctive style grounded in Bronx drill and interwoven with elements of hip-hop and trap.
Since her 2021 debut, she has exploded in popularity—especially on social media—and has gone on to collaborate with a string of major artists.
In 2023, she showcased her presence by contributing to the soundtrack of the film Barbie.
She has earned numerous accolades, including the MTV Video Music Award for Best New Artist.
Her stage name—born from an Instagram account she created at age 14—captures her cool allure.
Influenced by boldly individual rappers like Lil’ Kim and Nicki Minaj, she is a formidable talent bringing a fresh wave to the contemporary hip-hop scene.
Chewing GumAmyl and the Sniffers
Amyl and the Sniffers are a high-octane punk rock band born from Melbourne, Australia’s music scene.
From their formation in 2016, they drew attention with an unorthodox burst of energy—recording their first EP within 12 hours.
Their one-of-a-kind sound fuses a 1970s punk rock edge, influenced by Iggy Pop and The Stooges, with the commanding presence of frontwoman Amy Taylor.
In 2019, their debut album, “Amyl and the Sniffers,” won the ARIA Award for Best Rock Album, and in 2022, their second album, “Comfort to Me,” earned them Best Group.
They’ve also shared stages with acts like Foo Fighters and Bob Vylan, rapidly rising in global acclaim.
With raw intensity and a powerful sound, they’re bringing a fresh gust of energy to today’s punk rock scene.
Our New WorldDream Theater
When it comes to progressive metal bands, this is the band.
They’re pioneers who fused prog and metal.
The members, alumni of Berklee College of Music with distinctive rhythms and exceptional technique, create new music that’s insanely cool.
pictures at an exhibitionEmerson Lake&Palmer
They are a British progressive band, one of the Big Four of progressive rock, famous for arranging classical music with synthesizers and band instrumentation.
Their eccentric synthesizer sounds and tight hits with the drums and bass are really cool.