Growing Pains – Alessia Cara

Canadian pop-R&B singer and songwriter Alessia Cara (full last name: Caracciolo) made her recorded debut in 2015, though she started racking up YouTube views — with acoustic covers of popular […]

Got Friends (feat. Miguel) – GoldLink

An MC who was lifted to the majors thanks to a groundswell of support, Washington, D.C.’s GoldLink mixes forward-looking hip-hop, jittery indie rhythms, and heavy danceable beats that hark all […]

Born to Be Yours – Kygo & Imagine Dragons

Kygo (born Kyrre Gørvell-Dahll in Bergen, Norway) broke through with a sound termed “tropical house” that tended to be brighter and more relaxed than that of his commercial dance music […]

Ocean (feat. Khalid) – Martin Garrix

Part of the explosion of Dutch EDM DJs who emerged during the 2012-2013 season, Martijn Garritsen (better known as Martin Garrix), kicked off his career in a high-profile way, first […]

I’m a Mess – Bebe Rexha

Rising as a songwriter for Eminem, Rihanna, and Selena Gomez, Brooklyn-born pop singer Bebe Rexha made her way from the studio to the stage, racking up hit singles with electronic […]

Bed (feat. Ariana Grande) – Nicki Minaj

Influenced by the unpredictable rhymes of Missy Elliot along with the sexually charged attitudes of Lil’ Kim and Foxy Brown, rapper, television reality show judge, and household name Nicki Minaj […]

APESHIT – The Carters

Some couples repair rifts in their relationships with expensive therapy. Beyoncé and JAY-Z tour stadiums together and surprise-release collaborative albums that mine their self-mythologized personal drama for big-ticket entertainment. Sonically […]

The Scoundrel Squirrels – Pobeda for England

The Scoundrel Squirrels are a one piece outfit fronted by mastermind ‘Mondie’ who hail’s from Leeds but is based in London. The Scoundrel Squirrels and are set up to fuse […]

Come Over (Radio Edit) – The Internet

Originally presented as an Odd Future splinter project, alternative R&B band the Internet conversely distinguished themselves with their debut album Purple Naked Ladies (2011), not only as they relate to […]

It’s Okayyy – Swizz Beatz

All I Do Is Win (Remix) [feat. T-Pain, Diddy, Nicki Minaj, Rick Ross, Busta Rhymes, Fabolous, Jadakiss, Fat Joe & Swizz Beatz] All I Do Is Win (Remix) [feat. T-Pain, […]

I Know You (feat. Yung Pinch) – Lil Skies

Rapper Lil Skies was born Kimetrius Foose in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania in 1998. Interested in music from his early childhood, Foose was recording and writing lyrics by the time he was […]

Girls Like You (feat. Cardi B) – Maroon 5

A mix of polished pop/rock and neo-soul made Maroon 5 one of the most popular bands of the new millennium, with songs like “This Love,” “She Will Be Loved,” and […]

Alone Together – Dan + Shay

Delivering a bright, polished sound that owes as much to contemporary pop as anything in the classic country handbook, Dan + Shay is the country singing and songwriting duo of […]

Again and Again – Dave Matthews Band

Formed in the early ’90s by South African vocalist/guitarist Dave Matthews, the Dave Matthews Band presented a more pop-oriented version of the Grateful Dead crossed with elements of jazz, funk, […]

5 in the Morning – Charli XCX

The nom de pop of Charlotte Aitchison, Charli XCX mixes influences and inspirations as diverse as the Spice Girls, Kate Bush, Lil Wayne, Quentin Tarantino, and Twin Peaks into moody […]

Harlem Anthem – A$AP Ferg

1 Harlem Anthem A$AP Ferg 3:082 1942 (feat. Yo Gotti & YBN Nahmir) G-Eazy 3:323 French Montana & Remy Ma 4 Cocky (feat. London On Da Track) A$AP Rocky, Gucci […]

Humility (feat. George Benson) – Gorillaz

Conceived as the first “virtual hip-hop group,” Gorillaz blended the musical talents of Dan “The Automator” Nakamura, Blur’s Damon Albarn, Cibo Matto’s Miho Hatori, and Tom Tom Club’s Tina Weymouth […]

Ikuyo (feat. 2 Chainz & Sophia Black) – KYLE

Also known as SuperDuperKyle or K.i.D., Ventura-based MC Kyle is heavily influenced by the ’80s, and not just the decade’s brand of hip-hop, but that era’s video game music as […]

If You’re Over Me – Years & Years

Showcasing the melismatic vocals of Olly Alexander, London’s Years & Years artfully combine ’80s-style ambient synth pop with funky electronic beats. The group came together in 2010 in London when […]

Bad Decision – Chromeo

Electro-funk duo Chromeo formed in Montreal in the early 21st century, a project of former hip-hop producers Dave 1 and P-Thugg (news flash: not their given names). Dave handled guitars […]

No Es Justo – J Balvin & Zion & Lennox

Colombian reggaeton singer J Balvin is a chart-topping artist whose polished urban singles and best-selling albums have made him a top-tier Latin pop crossover act. Born José Álvaro Osorio Balvin […]

Slide – James Bay

A singer/songwriter with a penchant for crafting moving and evocative folk-pop, James Bay hails from the North Hertfordshire market town of Hitchin. Bay honed his skills regionally, eventually landing high-exposure […]

Samurai Cop (Oh Joy Begin) – Dave Matthews Band

Formed in the early ’90s by South African vocalist/guitarist Dave Matthews, the Dave Matthews Band presented a more pop-oriented version of the Grateful Dead crossed with elements of jazz, funk, […]

New Light – John Mayer

After making his introduction as a sensitive, acoustic-styled songwriter on 2001’s Room for Squares, John Mayer steadily widened his approach over the subsequent years, encompassing everything from blues-rock to adult […]

Twice – Christina Aguilera

American pop singer Christina Aguilera spun a late-’90s breakthrough into an evolving and genre-hopping career that focused on uplifting ballads and sexually liberated anthems delivered with her iconic voice. A […]

Back to You – Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez may have started her career as an actress starring in a Disney Channel series at the age of 15, but she soon showed that her musical talents were […]

Dig – Velvit

VELVIT are the product of a love for hard hitting rock and the need to rave ! The band consists of 4 friends drawn to the sunny banks of Leeds. […]

Nun of Dat (feat. Lil Pump) – BlocBoy JB

American rapper BlocBoy JB emerged in 2017 with a pair of viral hits that highlighted his speedy rhymes and big bass production from longtime producer Tay Keith. Born James Baker […]

Shadow of Your Love – Guns N’ Roses

At a time when pop was dominated by dance music and pop-metal, Guns N’ Roses brought raw, ugly rock & roll crashing back into the charts. They were not nice […]

The Way I Am – Charlie Puth

American pop singer/songwriter Charlie Puth began his career with acoustic covers uploaded to YouTube. Ellen DeGeneres was an early supporter and she signed the Berklee College alum — along with […]

Youth (feat. Khalid) – Shawn Mendes

A pop singer/songwriter who broke records with his debut single, Shawn Mendes was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. After posting a series of his cover versions to various […]

Hunger – Florence + The Machine

Hailing from South London, Florence Welch writes songs blending pop, soul, and Baroque arrangements into a sound that earned considerable buzz. Florence + the Machine released their debut single, “Kiss […]

This Is America – Childish Gambino

Whether doing standup, acting on TV and in movies, or performing his off-kilter hip-hop and funk under the name Childish Gambino, it’s impossible not to be impressed by Donald Glover’s […]

World Spotlight: Terry Manjaro – Ngwanyana

​Terry Manjaro is an independent singer-songwriter and dancer from Pretoria South Africa, born in Limpopo and moved to Mamelodi in 2008 where he attended high school. His diverse musical style […]

X (Spanglish Version) – Nicky Jam & J Balvin

One of reggaeton’s most prolific artists, the Pina Records-affiliated Nicky Jam has collaborated over the years with a long list of performers, including superstars such as Daddy Yankee and RKM […]

Half Love – Elohim

Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter Elohim crafts electronic pop veiled in mystery that puts the focus on her music. Finding artistic freedom in anonymity, the artist keeps her face hidden, masks her […]

Have It All – Jason Mraz

California-based singer/songwriter Jason Mraz makes laid-back, melodic pop with stylistic nods toward folk, jam band music, hip-hop, and soft rock. Since coming to the public’s attention with his 2002 hit […]

El Anillo – Jennifer Lopez

Actress/singer Jennifer Lopez was born in the Bronx, New York, on July 24, 1969; after starting out in musical theater as a child, she made her film debut at age […]

2 Vaults (feat. Lil Yachty) – Tee Grizzley

Detroit rapper Tee Grizzley scored a viral hit with his debut single, “First Day Out,” which appeared on YouTube in late 2016. Originally part of the Allstars BallHard crew and […]

Pynk (feat. Grimes) – Janelle Monáe

Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, arranger, producer, and actor Janelle Monáe left her mark on 2010s R&B with an energized retro-futuristic sound wrapped in theatrical science fiction concepts. Growing up, Janelle Monáe […]

1942 (feat. Yo Gotti & YBN Nahmir) – G-Eazy

Arriving on-stage with a pompadour and a leather jacket, G-Eazy became known as “the James Dean of rap,” but his music is much less troubled than that name might imply, […]

Youngblood – 5 Seconds of Summer

Australian rock band 5 Seconds of Summer make ebullient, high-energy music that straddles the line between ’90s punk-pop and 2000s boy band pop. Formed in 2011, the band features Luke […]

Barbie Tingz – Nicki Minaj

Influenced by the unpredictable rhymes of Missy Elliot along with the sexually charged attitudes of Lil’ Kim and Foxy Brown, rapper, television reality show judge, and household name Nicki Minaj […]

Nice For What – Drake

Canadian songwriter, producer, rapper, and singer Drake sustained a high-level commercial presence shortly after he turned to rapping in 2006, whether with his own chart-topping releases or a long string […]

I’ll Wait For You – Jason Aldean

A Macon, Georgia-born singer/songwriter, Jason Aldean quietly turned into a genuine country superstar in the back half of the 2000s. His parents separated when he was three years old, and […]

Moonlight – Lil Xan & Charli XCX

California rapper Lil Xan debuted with a drugged-out sound that helped propel his track “Betrayed” to viral success. Delivering emotive rhymes that focused on sex, drugs, and hedonistic behavior, his […]

Maintain (feat. NAV) – Belly

Canadian rapper Belly (aka Rebellyus) was born Ahmad Balshe in the West Bank Palestinian city of Jenin. Hoping to escape violence and poverty, Belly’s family immigrated to Ottawa, Canada when […]

Alexander Wood – Tell Me Now

Alexander Wood, a 17 year old French-American, has always had an undeniable passion for music and the stage since a very young age. His debut single ‘Tell Me Now’ has […]

Byron Major releases new single ‘Rock Star’

Byron Major has achieved quite a lot for a 24 year old – he’s performed his original song ‘South Africa’ at Nelson Mandela’s Boston birthday celebration in 2013, shared a […]

Nothing But the Beat Ultimate – David Guetta

French electronic music producer David Guetta belongs to the sparkling wave of DJs who combined Daft Punk’s sleek house music with a pinch of electroclash’s punch. Guetta had been DJ’ing […]

Kids in Love – Kygo

Kygo (born Kyrre Gørvell-Dahll in Bergen, Norway) broke through with a sound termed “tropical house” that tended to be brighter and more relaxed than that of his commercial dance music […]

Tribe – Chase & Status

Chase & Status never let me down! Once again they’ve made an absolute bangin album! Tune after tune, and some amazing features on here too! Not gunna lie would have […]

90s Dance Anthems – Dave Pearce

1 You Don’t Know Me (feat. Duane Harden) [Radio Edit] Armand Van Helden 8:03 2 Hideaway (Deep Dish Radio Edit) De’Lacy 3:26 3 Make the World Go Round (Deep Dish […]

Gettin’ Warmed Up – Jason Aldean

A Macon, Georgia-born singer/songwriter, Jason Aldean quietly turned into a genuine country superstar in the back half of the 2000s. His parents separated when he was three years old, and […]

Sky Walker (Spanish Version) – Miguel

Singer, songwriter, and producer Miguel spent a handful of years behind the scenes prior to his breakthrough as a Grammy-winning specialist in carnal pop-R&B ballads. When he was 16, the […]

In My Blood – Shawn Mendes

A pop singer/songwriter who broke records with his debut single, Shawn Mendes was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. After posting a series of his cover versions to various […]

Flames – David Guetta & Sia

French electronic music producer David Guetta belongs to the sparkling wave of DJs who combined Daft Punk’s sleek house music with a pinch of electroclash’s punch. Guetta had been DJ’ing […]

Mercy – Brett Young

A singer and songwriter whose music balances the sophistication of contemporary pop with the emotional palette of modern country, Brett Young was born and raised in Orange County, California, and […]

El Préstamo – Maluma

Maluma is the pseudonym for Juan Luis Londoño Arias, a Colombian reggaeton singer known for a sweet tenor voice and streetwise yet romantic delivery. He gained his initial fame as […]

Forever I’m Ready – Jeremih

Born and bred on Chicago’s South Side, pop-R&B singer and songwriter Jeremih taught himself how to play several instruments and didn’t consider himself a vocalist until a warmly received talent […]