An music artist is a person engaged in an activity related to creating art, practicing the arts, or demonstrating an art. The common usage in both everyday speech and academic discourse refers to a practitioner in the visual arts only.
Certainly, there have been countless music artists who have made significant contributions to the world of music across various genres. Here are a few notable artists from different musical genres and eras:
**1. Rock and Roll:**
– Elvis Presley: Often referred to as the “King of Rock and Roll,” Elvis Presley was a pioneer of the genre in the 1950s and remains an iconic figure in music history.
**2. Pop:**
– Michael Jackson: Known as the “King of Pop,” Michael Jackson was a global superstar who achieved immense success with albums like “Thriller” and iconic songs like “Billie Jean” and “Beat It.”
**3. Hip-Hop:**
– Tupac Shakur: A legendary rapper and lyricist, Tupac Shakur (2Pac) was known for his socially conscious lyrics and influence on the hip-hop genre.
**4. Jazz:**
– Miles Davis: An influential jazz trumpeter and composer, Miles Davis played a pivotal role in the development of various jazz styles, including cool jazz and fusion.
**5. Blues:**
– B.B. King: Known for his soulful blues guitar playing and heartfelt vocals, B.B. King is one of the most celebrated blues musicians in history.
**6. Country:**
– Johnny Cash: The “Man in Black,” Johnny Cash, was a country music legend known for his deep, storytelling songs and distinctive baritone voice.
**7. Classical:**
– Ludwig van Beethoven: A composer and pianist of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, Beethoven’s works are considered some of the most influential in the classical music canon.
**8. Electronic:**
– Daft Punk: The French electronic duo Daft Punk gained worldwide acclaim for their innovative electronic music, including hits like “Around the World” and “Get Lucky.”
**9. Reggae:**
– Bob Marley: As a reggae pioneer and global ambassador for the genre, Bob Marley’s music and message continue to resonate with audiences worldwide.
**10. R&B/Soul:**
– Aretha Franklin: Known as the “Queen of Soul,” Aretha Franklin had a powerful voice and delivered timeless classics like “Respect” and “Natural Woman.”
**11. Punk:**
– The Ramones: This American punk rock band from the 1970s helped define the punk genre with their fast, energetic songs and leather jacket-clad image.
**12. Heavy Metal:**
– Black Sabbath: Often credited with pioneering heavy metal, Black Sabbath’s dark and heavy sound influenced countless metal bands.
**13. Latin:**
– Selena: Known as the “Queen of Tejano Music,” Selena Quintanilla was a beloved Latin music artist whose career was tragically cut short.
**14. Reggaeton:**
– Daddy Yankee: Reggaeton artist Daddy Yankee is considered one of the genre’s pioneers and is known for hits like “Gasolina” and “Despacito.”
**15. Indie:**
– Arcade Fire: This Canadian indie rock band has received critical acclaim for their albums, including “Funeral” and “The Suburbs.”
These are just a few examples of the many influential music artists who have left their mark on the world of music. Music is a vast and diverse art form, and artists from various genres have made significant contributions to its evolution and cultural impact.
Martin Laurent Picandet, better known by his stage name Martin Solveig, is a French DJ, singer, songwriter and record producer. He hosts a weekly radio show called C’est La Vie on radio stations worldwide, including Radio FG in his homeland. He has been active since 1994.
Alexandra Margo Sholler, known professionally as Alison Wonderland, is an Australian electronic dance music producer, DJ, and singer. Her debut album, Run, was released on 20 March 2015, which peaked at No. 6 on the ARIA Albums Chart and was certified gold by ARIA.
Felix Kurt Jähn, known professionally as Felix Jaehn, is a German DJ and music producer specializing in tropical house. He achieved international success with his remix of Omi’s song “Cheerleader”, which topped the charts in multiple countries and reached number-one on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2015.
Artem Stolyarov, known professionally as Arty and Alpha 9, is a Russian DJ, musician and producer. He has collaborated with Armin van Buuren, Above & Beyond, BT, Paul van Dyk, Mat Zo, OneRepublic and Matisse & Sadko. His debut album, Glorious, peaked at number 14 on the US Dance/Electronic Albums charts.
Richard Melville Hall, known professionally as Moby, is an American musician, songwriter, singer, producer, and animal rights activist. He has sold 20 million records worldwide.
André Tanneberger, better known by his stage name ATB, is a German DJ, musician, and producer of trance music. According to the official world DJ rankings governed by DJ Magazine, ATB was ranked No. 11 in 2009 and 2010, and No. 15 in 2011. In 2011, he was ranked as world No. 1 according to “The DJ List”.
Paul Mark Oakenfold, formerly known mononymously as Oakenfold, is an English record producer, remixer and trance DJ. He has provided over 100 remixes for over 100 artists including U2, Moby, Madonna, Britney Spears, Massive Attack, the Cure, New Order, the Rolling Stones, the Stone Roses and Michael Jackson.
Niles Hollowell-Dhar, known professionally as Kshmr, is an American songwriter, DJ, music producer, and musician. He was ranked 23rd on DJ Mag’s 2015 Top 100 DJs poll and was awarded highest new entry for the year. In the same poll he elevated to 12th in 2016 and 2017, and again in 2020.
Dan Griffith, known by his stage name Gryffin, is an American musician, DJ, songwriter, and record producer. He gained recognition for remixing some well-known songs such as Tove Lo’s “Talking Body”, Maroon 5’s “Animals” and Years & Years’ “Desire”.
Bruce Fielder, known professionally as Sigala, is a British DJ and music producer. He has had eight songs peak within the top ten of the UK Singles Chart, including his 2015 debut single “Easy Love”, which samples “ABC” by the Jackson 5.
