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 (41–50)
Love SosaChief Keef
Chief Keef, known as a pioneer of Chicago drill.
Born in 1995, he started rapping at just five years old and built a local fanbase in his teens.
In 2012, he released his debut album Finally Rich, making a major impact on the hip-hop scene.
In particular, I Don’t Like became a huge hit and drew so much attention that Kanye West remixed it.
His music spans multiple genres, including drill, Midwest rap, and trap.
In 2022, he founded his own label, Glory Boyz Entertainment.
Overcoming adversity and establishing a unique style, Chief Keef’s music is recommended for those seeking a gritty street vibe.
Must-listen! Recommended! Featured Western male solo artists (51–60)
Presence or absence of bleedingKeiji Haino
Keiji Haino has been a driving force in Japan’s avant-garde music scene since the 1970s.
He has developed his work across a wide range of genres, including avant-garde, jazz, experimental rock, and noise.
A formidable artist with devoted followers around the world—including Thurston Moore of Sonic Youth—his appeal lies in a singular musicality that resists affiliation.
Since debuting in May 1978 with his first album, Four Seasons of Despair, he has relentlessly pursued his own musical universe while voraciously incorporating diverse textures.
Highly recommended for those interested in noise-leaning experimental music.
Englishman In New YorkSting
After rising to fame in the 1970s with the band The Police, the British singer-songwriter Sting garnered widespread popularity as a solo artist thanks to his overwhelming talent.
As one of the UK’s leading powerhouse artists, he has released numerous classic songs.
His greatest appeal is, without a doubt, his musical sensibility.
Drawing inspiration from a wide range of genres, each of his tracks is crafted with meticulous detail.
Highly recommended if you’re looking for a high-caliber, sophisticated artist.
Dale LuzAntonio Carmona
Antonio Carmona is an artist who brought a fresh breeze to the Spanish flamenco scene.
His band Ketama created the genre known as Nuevo Flamenco, shocking Spain’s music world.
Formed in the early 1980s, Ketama drew attention with their innovative sound that mixed flamenco with R&B and jazz.
In 2006, he released his solo album Vengo Venenoso, which went gold.
Since then, he has continued to release works that fuse flamenco with other genres, such as De Noche and Obras Son Amores.
While cherishing flamenco’s traditions, his ongoing pursuit of new music continues to captivate many music fans.
All of MeJohn Legend
John Legend is a singer-songwriter who is also active as a music producer.
He has been active since the 2000s and now provides songs to many artists.
His appeal lies in his exceptional musicality and his rich, robust vocals.
A Brown University graduate, he brings an intellectual sensibility to his music, with meticulous attention to detail.
Since his debut, he has consistently maintained a high sense of style and is an accomplished, truly capable artist.
In conclusion
This time we introduced male solo artists in Western music—did you find a new favorite? The 2020s mark one of the major turning points in the long history of music, with the sounds of the 1980s coming back into the spotlight.
I expect the artists we featured today will continue to evolve their styles, so be sure to keep an eye on what they do next!