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 (31–40)
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.
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.
Lucid DreamsJuice WRLD
Hailing from Chicago, Illinois, Juice WRLD captivated many listeners with his unique style that blended hip-hop and emo rap.
After his 2018 debut, he quickly drew attention with songs that incorporated diverse musical influences, and his debut album Goodbye & Good Riddance reached No.
6 on the U.
S.
charts.
In 2019, he proved his talent by topping the U.
S.
charts with his album Death Race for Love.
He won the Billboard Music Award for Top New Artist, showcasing his prowess as a young rapper.
His melodic and emotional tracks deftly express the feelings of today’s youth, such as heartbreak and inner conflict.
He’s an artist recommended not only for hip-hop fans, but also for lovers of emo and rock.
Buy U a Drank ft. Yung JocT-Pain
T-Pain, who took the American hip-hop and R&B scene by storm with his innovative style.
Showing exceptional musical talent from a young age, he turned his bedroom into a studio at age 10 and began producing music.
He made his debut in 2005 with the album “Rappa Ternt Sanga,” and his 2007 album “Epiphany” reached No.
1 on the U.
S.
charts.
His distinctive, Auto-Tune-driven vocal style sparked a new wave in the music scene at the time and influenced many artists.
In 2008, he won a Grammy Award for a collaboration with Kanye West.
In recent years, he has also showcased his impressive singing ability without Auto-Tune, continuing to captivate audiences with his multifaceted talent.
He is an artist we can confidently recommend to anyone seeking a unique sound world that fuses electronic textures with soulful elements.
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.
Must-listen! Recommended! Featured Western male solo artists (41–50)
All My Life ft. J. ColeLil Durk
Lil Durk, a leading figure in drill music born from the streets of Chicago, first rose to prominence with his 2012 mixtape “Life Ain’t No Joke,” and later signed with major label Def Jam Recordings.
His 2015 album “Remember My Name” reached No.
14 on the Billboard 200, propelling him into the spotlight.
He is known for his vocal ability to delicately capture emotional nuances and for lyrics that reflect Chicago’s street culture.
In 2020, his album “Just Cause Y’all Waited 2” peaked at No.
2 on the Billboard 200, cementing his status as a top artist.
He is also known as the founder of Only the Family (OTF) and is dedicated to fostering young talent.
Highly recommended for music fans who seek authentic depictions of real life and emotionally charged expression.
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.