20 emerging artists from around the world to watch in 2025
These are 20 up and coming artists from every corner of the globe you need to have on your radar in 2025.
ALBI.
Country: Australia
ALBI. has a gift for seamlessly combining pop, electronic, R&B and indie influences into a signature sound she proudly dubs ‘ALBI. POP’. Her heartfelt lyrics flow effortlessly over captivating beats, striking a perfect balance between raw vulnerability and daring experimentation.
Anna Justen
Country: USA
Anna Justen seamlessly blends indie pop with elements of rock, grunge and folk—creating sound that’s both timeless and fresh. Her guitar work, honest lyrics and stunning vocals cut through the noise, positioning her as a standout emerging artist in today’s indie scene.
Brandon Benjamin
Country: USA
Brandon Benjamin crafts an alt-pop soundscape infused with the warmth of soul, the grit of rock, and the charm of indie. His music feels deeply personal, like sharing secrets with a close friend, wrapped in lush production and delivered through heartfelt, soulful vocals.
Camp Blu
Country: USA
Camp Blu are a post-punk band carving out a niche with their haunting soundscapes and sticky guitar riffs. Their music captures the moody intensity of classic post-punk but brings it into the present with a modern twist.
Coast Arcade
Country: New Zealand
Hailing from New Zealand, Coast Arcade are injecting new life into alternative rock with their infectious, hook-laden tracks. Their music radiates energy—capturing the essence of ’90s alt-rock nostalgia while delivering a sound that feels vibrant and current. This is a band destined for big things.
dye
Country: USA
If grunge had a dreamy cousin, it would be dye. The artist creates shoegaze-inspired, grunge-tinged tracks layered with hypnotic, melodic vocals that feel like a hazy dream. It’s emotional, introspective, and impossible to ignore.
Ergo, Bria
Country: USA
Ergo, Bria is an experimental powerhouse, combining shoegaze, grunge, punk, rock and metal influences with pop-forward sensibilities to create music that feels and sounds unique. Her vocal delivery is delicate yet powerful, and her lyrics draw you into a world that’s as introspective as it is groundbreaking.
Faerybabyy
Country: USA
Faerybabyy is the queen of lo-fi indie and post-punk fusion. Her tracks have a raw, intimate quality, pairing dreamy melodies with gritty, guitar-driven production. With every release, she’s building a world that feels personal and universal at once.
Giift
Country: Denmark
Giift’s minimalist R&B sound cuts straight to the heart. Her delicate vocal delivery and stripped-back production create an atmosphere that’s equal parts intimate and immersive. Giift’s music feels like a private moment shared with the listener.
HighSchool
Country: Australia
Australian duo (and sometimes trio) HighSchool had a standout year in 2024. With their unique blend of post-punk, indie rock, gothic elements and sprinkles of pop, they’re going to capture even more attention this year.
Jewel Owusu
Country: Australia
Another emerging artist from Australia, Jewel Owusu’s electronic sound, infused with pop elements, is a must-hear. With a track record of stunning releases, she’s set to elevate her career to new heights this year.
KÄSSY
Country: Austria
KÄSSY’s futuristic pop sound combines glitchy production with a sense of emotional honesty. Her bold visuals and eclectic approach to songwriting make her a standout in a crowded field of rising pop stars.
Kathy Katouzi
Country: Canada
Kathy Katouzi refuses to be boxed in. With a sound that merges hyperpop, indie, and mainstream pop, she’s a genre-blending force to be reckoned with. Her innovative approach to music and relatable lyrics make her one to keep a close eye on.
Lagrace
Country: DR Congo
Lagrace brings a modern edge to Congolese music, weaving in vibrant rhythms and striking vocals with a global appeal. Her sound has a boldness reminiscent of artists like Rosalía while staying deeply rooted in her cultural heritage.
Lisl
Country: Germany
Germany’s Lisl creates a unique blend of indie pop and rock. Her music combines introspective lyrics with infectious melodies, crafting a sound that feels both expansive and personal— as well as very relatable to listeners.
Maddie Moon
Country: Venezuela
Maddie Moon creates some of the most captivating dream pop tracks around— crafting every element of her music herself. Her ethereal vocals effortlessly draw listeners in, while the subtle religious undertones have the power to connect with non believers, and make them start believing in something.
RICHIE ALLYIAH
Country: Canada
Canadian R&B artist RICHIE ALLYIAH is blessed with one of the most stunning voices in the scene. Her bold confidence shines radiates through every song, offering relatable yet refreshingly unique tracks that stand apart from the mainstream R&B world.
Salty Licorice
Country: Sweden
Swedish singer-songwriter and producer Salty Licorice is quickly gaining global recognition for her music. She effortlessly blends alternative pop, R&B, and electronic sounds with rich Arabic influences.
Tatiana Hazel
Country: USA / Mexico
Mexican-American artist Tatiana Hazel has seamlessly transitioned into alternative rock—a shift that perfectly complements her style. With fiery guitar riffs and powerful vocals, she’s quickly emerging as a force in the alternative scene.
Yasmina
Country: Italy
Emerging Italian artist Yasmina is impossible to pin down—and that’s exactly the point. With a song titled “Post Punk” she’s proving her knack for making unpredictable, dynamic music that fuses elements of pop, electronic, punk, R&B, and more. Excited to hear more from her this year.
You can stream these songs in our EMERGING playlist on Spotify:
Photo Credit: Kathy Katouzi, Lagrace, Coast Arcade & ALBI.
