Hidden gems of Western music. Lesser-known songs.

Cette journéeZAZ

Cette journée (Sur la route Live 2015)

Zaz is a quintessential French national artist—often likened to a modern-day Édith Piaf—and she’s loved by many listeners.

Her signature song is “Je veux,” and for many people, that’s how they first discovered her.

However, because her musical style is quite diverse, there aren’t actually that many songs like “Je veux.” The track “Cette journée” is one of her hidden gems, crafted with an antique-style melody reminiscent of “Je veux.” Be sure to check it out.

Muddy WatersLP

LP – Muddy Waters (Official Audio)

LP is a female singer-songwriter whose 2015 release “Lost On You” became an enormous global hit and earned her worldwide acclaim.

She is openly lesbian, and her cool, striking presence appeals even to men, while her popularity among women is especially remarkable.

One of her hidden gems is “Muddy Waters.” It’s fairly well known, but since it was released around the same time as “Lost On You,” many people may not be familiar with it.

ToxicYael Naim

Toxic

Yael Naim is a singer who represents Israel—an artist known to those in the know.

When it comes to her signature work, it has to be “New Soul,” right? It gained instant attention after being used in an Apple commercial.

While many people find “New Soul” catchy, her musical style is actually quite edgy.

A hidden gem of hers is “Toxic,” a dark track crafted with a gothic atmosphere.

InshallahSting

Inshallah

Sting, a singer-songwriter from the UK who is praised by dedicated music enthusiasts around the world for his high intelligence and musicality.

He’s an artist with many charms, but his compositional ability stands out in particular.

Inshallah is one of Sting’s masterpieces, crafted with the world-music influences that have characterized his recent work.

If you’re looking for sophisticated, high-sense music, be sure to check it out.

TrøllabundinEivør

Eivør – Trøllabundin (Official Lyric Video)

The Faroe Islands are an archipelago in the North Atlantic that form an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark.

Although sparsely populated, the islands have developed a distinct culture, and Faroese music is particularly unique.

Eivør, the singer of “Trøllabundin,” is an artist from the Faroe Islands who has earned high acclaim for blending traditional Faroese music with contemporary electronic elements.

This song leans strongly toward the traditional side and is a masterpiece brimming with the power reminiscent of Celtic music.

Angels Make LoveAndy Allo

Andy Allo – Angels Make Love

Andy Allo is a singer-songwriter from Cameroon.

She’s currently based in the United States, but in fact… she was a protégé of the great singer-songwriter Prince.

Her music clearly carries Prince’s DNA, and every track is crafted with exceptionally sophisticated structure.

The song “Angels Make Love” in particular evokes Prince’s later musical style, so if you’re familiar with his work, be sure to give it a listen.

New Afro spanish generationBuika

Buika – New Afro spanish generation (Videoclip oficial)

Buika is a leading female singer from Spain.

In the past, her popularity was mostly limited to the Spanish-speaking world, but since she’s recently collaborated with Santana, those who follow international music closely may already know her.

One of her hidden gems is “New Afro Spanish Generation.” It’s the work that helped spark her rise in popularity, showcasing a distinctive sound that blends Latin music with Afro-Cuban influences.