lesser known artists that you love (that deserve recognition)

Astrid S - I feel like she has such a distinct, beautiful voice and the production on her songs are top notch. She was ahead of her time back in 2016-2017. “Oh Emma” and “Hot Fever Dream” are two of the best pop songs released this year.

Marc E Bassy - My #1 most played artist since 2015. He does such a good job of mixing R&B, Pop, Funk, and Rap. This man is beyond talented.

Niykee Heaton - I know she doesn’t release much music anymore but 7-8 years ago I thought she was destined to be the next big thing. Her first album is still on heavy rotation for me.

Dumblonde - They really did something special with the self-titled.

Aly & AJ - A Touch of the Beat is one of my top albums ever; I love how they refined their sound. They are incredible live and I feel like the type of music they’re making is “timeless.”

Léon - This is the type of music Adele should be making…one of the most incredible voices. She went ghost last year and I feel like she may have gotten dropped. If any artist needs to be recognized it’s her. Hearing “Pretty Boy” in Heartstopper S3 was a moment.

SoMo - Thankful he is still releasing music. I know he’ll always be remembered for “Ride” but he has some gems in his consistent discography.

What are some of your favorites that aren’t household names?