2017 will see some of the biggest names in pop music return with brand new music, as artists like Katy Perry, Christina Aguilera, Kelly Clarkson and a long list of others are all expected to deliver more knockouts. But what if they don’t? Sometimes even those with all the best producers and songwriters in the world can't get it right every single time. Or, perhaps some of them have simply occupied the spotlight for too long, and it’s time for a new voice or two to break through?
If you’re on the hunt for the next big thing in pop, there are a lot of names you should know and songs you should hear, but you can start with these 8, who have all proven themselves already to be talented forces to be reckoned with.
Jacob Sartorius
If you’re under the age of 18, it’s entirely possible that you’ve never even heard the name Jacob Sartorius, but don’t worry, you will (whether you want to or not). The pop singer, who is only 14 (he was born in 2002, which personally makes me feel ancient), is just getting started, but he’s already off to a better start than most musicians. 2016 saw Virginia native Sartorius send his first two singles, “Sweatshirt” and “Hit Or Miss,” to the Hot 100, and he signed a label deal in no time. Already tipped as the next Justin Bieber, there are a lot of resources behind the teen pop icon-in-the-making.
Dua Lipa
Already a star in many countries around the world, especially across Europe, Dua Lipa has the best chances of being the next huge internationally adored pop star of anybody in the game right now. The British singer scored hits with songs like “Hotter Than Hell” and “Blow Your Mind (Mwah),” and she has plenty of other phenomenal tracks that could explode once the masses catch on to her. The chanteuse is set to drop her debut full-length in early 2017, and if she gets the proper promotion, it could be a game changer here.
Anne-Marie
Even in early 2016, few people knew who Anne-Marie was, but that has all changed now. The pop/dance singer, who hails from Essex, England, made the most of this past year, and she’s likely going to end 2016 on a high note. Anne-Marie is currently featured on the song “Rockabye,” the latest hit from dance champions Clean Bandit. The catchy, upbeat track, which also features Sean Paul, has been on top of the British charts for six weeks and is still going strong. In addition to “Rockabye,” the young star has also sent her own single “Alarm” to the upper reaches of rankings around the world.
Zara Larsson
Already a favorite among those listening to pop from across the globe, there is no reason why Zara Larsson shouldn’t absolutely explode in 2017. In fact, she should have already become a household name this past year, but as long as she gets there eventually, all will be alright. The singer-songwriter, who is still just a teenager, has already scored four No. 1 hits in her home country of Sweden, and many of those crossed over to other territories as well. If you’re not familiar with her, hit play on “Lush Life” and David Guetta’s “This One’s For You,” and you’ll be hooked.
Maggie Rogers
Sometimes all it takes is one moment of the right person hearing a song, and a star is born (or at least on her way). Maggie Rogers played her song “Alaska” for Pharrell Williams while he was speaking at New York University, where she was in school, and it struck him immediately. A video of the Grammy winner in tears due to the beauty of Rogers’ single sealed her fate, and in the months since, the song has gone viral on Spotify. Expect great things from her, even if she never becomes a chart-topper.
MUNA
If you’re a fan of HAIM, but wish they were just slightly more poppy, MUNA is everything you probably didn’t actually realize you were looking for. The three women that comprise the band — Katie Gavin, Josette Maskin and Naomi McPherson — seem to intrinsically understand a powerful hook, while never cheapening the pop-rock music they make in order to cater to top 40 audiences. “Loudspeaker” or “Winterbreak” are where you should begin, but from there, it’s all pretty good.
CL
Already a massive star in South Korea, CL’s time to shine as a solo artist has just about arrived. The singer made a name for herself as a member of 2NE1, one of the most successful K-pop acts ever, but that doesn’t seem to be enough for the ambitious young musician. The group only officially disbanded about a month ago, but already CL has an album geared towards Western audiences almost completed. Lead single “Lifted” has started impacting US audiences, and with friends like Skrillex, Diplo, Psy and Will.I.Am (all of whom she’s already recorded with), is there any way people won’t hear this one?
LANY
LA-based LANY could be called pop, alternative, rock....or you could just call them great. The quartet has only been together for about two years, but in that short span of time, they’ve accomplished a lot, and few bands that have smart pop sensibilities are doing better right now. The group has benefitted enormously from Spotify’s Discover Weekly playlist, and in fact, they were recently named the most popular up-and-coming act to appear on the listing, which promotes new artists to millions around the world. As a result of catching the ear of some people at the Swedish streaming service, their single “ILYSB” has racked up almost 30 million plays (and counting).
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