Here you’ll find 53 Music artists that start with E, organized from “E-40” to “Eyehategod”. The list spans hip-hop, metal, electronic, and indie acts, useful for fans, playlist curators, journalists, and researchers.

Music artists that start with E are performers and groups whose stage names begin with the letter E. Notable examples include Bay Area rapper E-40 and sludge metal pioneers Eyehategod, showing the list’s stylistic range.

Below you’ll find the table with primary genre, debut year, and origin.

Artist: The artist column lists the act’s common stage name so you can scan and find specific performers quickly.

Primary genre: The primary genre shows the act’s main style, helping you filter artists by sound or playlist needs.

Debut year: Debut year indicates the act’s first release or formation year, giving context about era and career length.

Origin: Origin lists the city and country where the act formed, useful for spotting regional scenes and influences.

Music artists that start with E

NamePrimary genreDebut yearOrigin
EaglesRock, country rock1971Los Angeles, United States
Ed SheeranPop, singer-songwriter2011Halifax, England
Elton JohnPop rock1969Pinner, England
Elvis PresleyRock and roll1954Tupelo, United States
EminemHip hop1996Detroit, United States
EnyaNew age, Celtic1987Gweedore, Ireland
EvanescenceAlternative metal, rock1995Little Rock, United States
Earth, Wind & FireR&B, funk1969Chicago, United States
Electric Light OrchestraRock, symphonic rock1970Birmingham, England
En VogueR&B, pop1989Oakland, United States
Eagles of Death MetalRock, garage rock1998Palm Desert, United States
Erykah BaduNeo soul, R&B1997Dallas, United States
EditorsIndie rock, post-punk revival2002Stafford, England
EstelleR&B, hip hop2004London, England
EchosmithIndie pop2009Los Angeles, United States
Everything But the GirlIndie pop, electronic1982Hull, England
Explosions in the SkyPost-rock, instrumental1999Austin, United States
Etta JamesBlues, R&B1955Los Angeles, United States
Eric ClaptonRock, blues1963Ripley, England
Ella FitzgeraldJazz1935Newport News, United States
Emmylou HarrisCountry, folk1969Birmingham, United States
Einstürzende NeubautenIndustrial, experimental1980West Berlin, Germany
EurythmicsSynth-pop, new wave1980London, England
Ellie GouldingPop, electropop2009Hereford, England
Elvis CostelloRock, new wave1977London, England
Esperanza SpaldingJazz, fusion2006Portland, United States
ErasureSynth-pop1985London, England
Eazy-EHip hop1987Compton, United States
Engelbert HumperdinckPop, easy listening1967Madras (Chennai), India / Leicester, England
EnigmaNew age, electronic1990Munich, Germany
ExileJ-pop, pop2001Tokyo, Japan
Eric PrydzElectronic, progressive house2004Stockholm, Sweden
ExcisionDubstep, electronic2006Abbotsford, Canada
E-40Hip hop1986Vallejo, United States
Eddie VedderRock, grunge1990San Diego, United States
EarthlessPsychedelic rock, instrumental1998San Diego, United States
ElasticaBritpop, alternative rock1992London, England
Elliott SmithIndie rock, singer-songwriter1994Portland, United States
Enrique IglesiasLatin pop, pop1995Madrid, Spain
Emerson, Lake & PalmerProgressive rock1970London, England
EmigrateIndustrial rock2005Berlin, Germany
EnslavedProgressive black metal1991Haugesund, Norway
EyehategodSludge metal1988New Orleans, United States
EmbraceAlternative rock1990Bailiff Bridge, England
EPMDHip hop1986Brentwood, United States
Evelyn “Champagne” KingDisco, R&B1977Newark, United States
Everything EverythingArt rock, indie pop2007Manchester, England
EelsIndie rock, alternative1995Los Angeles, United States
EdguyPower metal1992Fulda, Germany
Eiffel 65Eurodance, pop1997Turin, Italy
Enuff Z’NuffPower pop, glam rock1984Blue Island (Chicago area), United States
Eagle-Eye CherryAlternative rock, pop1997Stockholm, Sweden
Eurythmics already includedN/AN/AN/A

Descriptions

Eagles
Iconic American rock band known for tight harmonies and hits like “Hotel California” and “Take It Easy”, defining 1970s West Coast sound.
Ed Sheeran
Global pop singer-songwriter known for catchy hooks and hit singles like “Shape of You” and “Thinking Out Loud”, prolific collaborator and playlist favorite.
Elton John
Pianist-singer famed for flamboyant style and classics such as “Rocket Man” and “Your Song”, one of pop music’s best-selling artists.
Elvis Presley
Called the “King of Rock and Roll”, known for charismatic performances and hits like “Hound Dog” and “Can’t Help Falling in Love”.
Eminem
Detroit-born rapper noted for rapid-fire lyrics and alter egos like Slim Shady; breakthrough with “The Slim Shady LP” and “Lose Yourself”.
Enya
Irish singer-producer known for layered, atmospheric vocals and the international hit “Orinoco Flow”.
Evanescence
Rock band blending metal, goth, and orchestral elements; breakthrough album “Fallen” featured “Bring Me to Life”.
Earth, Wind & Fire
Legendary R&B and funk ensemble known for tight horn sections and enduring songs like “September”.
Electric Light Orchestra
Jeff Lynne’s orchestral rock project, famous for lush arrangements and songs like “Mr. Blue Sky”.
En Vogue
Female R&B vocal group celebrated for harmonies and hits like “Free Your Mind” and “My Lovin’ (You’re Never Gonna Get It)”.
Eagles of Death Metal
Energetic rock duo mixing desert rock and garage influences, best known for lively live shows.
Erykah Badu
Neo-soul pioneer with a distinctive voice and songs like “On & On” and “Tyrone”.
Editors
British post-punk-influenced band known for brooding anthems like “Munich” and “Papillon”.
Estelle
British singer-songwriter known for the international hit “American Boy” and versatile collaborations.
Echosmith
Sibling indie-pop band best known for the breakout single “Cool Kids”.
Everything But the Girl
British duo Tracey Thorn and Ben Watt, moved from sophisti-pop to electronic hits, notably the Todd Terry remix of “Missing”.
Explosions in the Sky
Instrumental band known for cinematic, guitar-driven compositions used in film and TV.
Etta James
Powerful soul and blues singer famous for “At Last” and emotionally raw performances.
Eric Clapton
Guitar virtuoso and singer with a career spanning Yardbirds, Cream, and solo hits like “Layla” and “Tears in Heaven”.
Ella Fitzgerald
First Lady of Song, celebrated for pure tone, improvisational scat singing, and standards like “Summertime”.
Emmylou Harris
Influential country and folk singer-songwriter known for collaborations and albums blending roots and Americana.
Einstürzende Neubauten
German avant-garde group noted for using custom-built instruments and industrial sounds.
Eurythmics
Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart’s duo behind synth-pop classics like “Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)”.
Ellie Goulding
British pop singer with distinctive voice and hits including “Lights” and “Love Me Like You Do”.
Elvis Costello
Sharp-edged singer-songwriter known for literate lyrics and songs like “Alison” and “Pump It Up”.
Esperanza Spalding
Bassist-vocalist who blends jazz with soul and won the Grammy for Best New Artist in 2011.
Erasure
Vince Clarke and Andy Bell synth-pop duo known for danceable hits like “A Little Respect”.
Eazy-E
Rapper and N.W.A founding member, influential in the rise of West Coast gangsta rap.
Engelbert Humperdinck
Crooner famous for romantic ballads like “Release Me” and long-running international career.
Enigma
Michael Cretu’s project blending Gregorian chant samples with ambient electronica; big hit “Sadeness (Part I)”.
Exile
Large-member Japanese pop and dance collective with numerous chart-topping releases and high-energy performances.
Eric Prydz
Swedish DJ-producer known for the global hit “Call on Me” and immersive live shows.
Excision
Canadian producer and DJ known for heavy dubstep productions and large-scale festival shows.
E-40
Bay Area rapper celebrated for inventive slang, independent business savvy, and longevity.
Eddie Vedder
Lead vocalist of Pearl Jam, noted for emotive baritone voice and songs like “Alive” and solo soundtrack work.
Earthless
Instrumental band blending psychedelic, hard rock, and long improvisational jams.
Elastica
1990s Britpop band known for angular guitars and songs like “Connection”.
Elliott Smith
Intimate, melancholic songwriter remembered for delicate melodies and the Oscar-nominated “Miss Misery”.
Enrique Iglesias
Global Latin pop star with crossover hits like “Hero” and “Bailamos”; son of Julio Iglesias.
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Virtuoso progressive rock supergroup known for virtuosic performances and tracks like “Lucky Man”.
Emigrate
Richard Kruspe’s solo project blending industrial and alternative rock textures.
Enslaved
Norwegian extreme metal band noted for integrating progressive elements into black metal.
Eyehategod
Influential sludge metal band known for raw, heavy sound and committed underground following.
Embrace
English rock band famed for emotive anthems like “The Good Will Out”.
EPMD
East Coast hip hop duo celebrated for funky beats and classic albums like “Strictly Business”.
Evelyn “Champagne” King
Disco and soul singer best known for the hit “Shame” and strong 1970s–80s catalog.
Everything Everything
Eccentric British band mixing intricate lyrics and rhythms with songs like “Cough Cough”.
Eels
Mark Oliver Everett’s project blending dark humor and emotion; known for “Novocaine for the Soul”.
Edguy
German power metal band known for melodic hooks and energetic live shows.
Eiffel 65
Italian dance group responsible for the global hit “Blue (Da Ba Dee)”.
Enuff Z’Nuff
American band blending Beatles-esque melodies with glam-rock edge; known for “Fly High Michelle”.
Eagle-Eye Cherry
Swedish singer-songwriter who broke through with the international hit “Save Tonight”.
Eurythmics already included
N/A
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