This list includes 66 Music artists that start with G, from “G-Dragon” to “Gwen Stefani”. It covers solo acts, bands and DJs across genres and eras, useful for playlists, research, or quick reference.
Music artists that start with G are performers and groups whose stage or band names begin with the letter G. They include global icons like Gwen Stefani and influential figures like G-Dragon, reflecting pop’s international reach.
Below you’ll find the table with primary genre, debut year, and origin.
Artist: The official stage or band name as commonly credited, so you can identify and search for specific acts.
Primary genre: The main musical style associated with the artist, helping you sort and build genre-specific playlists.
Debut year: The year of the artist’s first released recording or formal formation, useful for timeline and era filtering.
Origin: The city and country where the artist began or is primarily associated, helping you explore regional music scenes.
Music artists that start with G
| Name | Primary genre | Debut year | Origin (city, country) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garth Brooks | country | 1989 | Yukon, United States |
| Guns N’ Roses | rock | 1985 | Los Angeles, United States |
| Green Day | punk rock, pop punk | 1986 | Berkeley, United States |
| George Michael | pop | 1982 | London, United Kingdom |
| Gorillaz | alternative, electronic | 1998 | London, United Kingdom |
| Genesis | rock, prog rock | 1967 | Godalming, United Kingdom |
| Grateful Dead | rock, psychedelic | 1965 | San Francisco, United States |
| Gloria Estefan | pop, Latin | 1977 | Miami, United States |
| Gnarls Barkley | soul, alternative | 2006 | Los Angeles, United States |
| Good Charlotte | pop punk | 1996 | Waldorf, United States |
| Goldfrapp | electronic, synthpop | 1999 | London, United Kingdom |
| Gotye | alternative, indie pop | 2003 | Melbourne, Australia |
| Glass Animals | indie pop, electronic | 2010 | Oxford, United Kingdom |
| Galantis | electronic, dance | 2014 | Stockholm, Sweden |
| Gary Numan | synthpop, new wave | 1978 | London, United Kingdom |
| George Harrison | rock, pop | 1960 | Liverpool, United Kingdom |
| George Strait | country | 1981 | Poteet, United States |
| George Benson | jazz, R&B | 1964 | Pittsburgh, United States |
| Grandmaster Flash | hip hop, DJ | 1976 | Bronx, United States |
| Goldie | drum and bass, electronic | 1992 | Walsall, United Kingdom |
| Glassjaw | post-hardcore, rock | 1993 | Hempstead, United States |
| Gojira | metal | 1996 | Bayonne, France |
| Ghost | metal, rock | 2006 | Linköping, Sweden |
| Greta Van Fleet | rock | 2012 | Frankenmuth, United States |
| George Ezra | indie folk, pop | 2013 | Hertford, United Kingdom |
| Grimes | electronic, synthpop | 2010 | Montreal, Canada |
| Goo Goo Dolls | rock, alternative | 1986 | Buffalo, United States |
| Gwen Stefani | pop | 2004 | Anaheim, United States |
| Goodie Mob | hip hop | 1991 | Atlanta, United States |
| Goldfinger | punk, ska punk | 1994 | Los Angeles, United States |
| Galaxie 500 | indie rock | 1987 | Boston, United States |
| Guided By Voices | indie rock | 1983 | Dayton, United States |
| Gang Starr | hip hop | 1989 | Boston, United States |
| G-Eazy | hip hop | 2010 | Oakland, United States |
| George Jones | country | 1953 | Saratoga, United States |
| Grand Funk Railroad | rock | 1969 | Flint, United States |
| Garbage | alternative rock | 1993 | Madison, United States |
| Grizzly Bear | indie rock | 2002 | Brooklyn, United States |
| Guster | alternative rock | 1991 | Boston, United States |
| Gene Pitney | pop | 1961 | Hartford, United States |
| Gilbert O’Sullivan | pop, singer-songwriter | 1970 | Waterford, Ireland |
| Ghostface Killah | hip hop | 1996 | Staten Island, United States |
| GoldLink | hip hop | 2011 | Washington, United States |
| Godspeed You! Black Emperor | post-rock | 1994 | Montreal, Canada |
| Girls Aloud | pop | 2002 | London, United Kingdom |
| Guy Sebastian | pop | 2003 | Melbourne, Australia |
| Gin Wigmore | pop, rock | 2009 | Auckland, New Zealand |
| Ginuwine | R&B | 1996 | Washington, United States |
| Gloria Trevi | pop | 1989 | Monterrey, Mexico |
| Golden Earring | rock | 1961 | The Hague, Netherlands |
| Godsmack | metal | 1995 | Lawrence, United States |
| Giggs | hip hop | 2007 | Peckham, United Kingdom |
| Gene Simmons | rock | 1973 | New York, United States |
| GusGus | electronic | 1995 | Reykjavík, Iceland |
| Gogol Bordello | gypsy punk | 1999 | New York, United States |
| Gabrielle | R&B, pop | 1993 | London, United Kingdom |
| Gustavo Cerati | rock, alternative | 1982 | Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| Grupo Niche | salsa | 1978 | Cali, Colombia |
| Girls’ Generation | K-pop, pop | 2007 | Seoul, South Korea |
| G-Dragon | K-pop, hip hop | 2009 | Seoul, South Korea |
| Gang of Four | post-punk | 1976 | Leeds, United Kingdom |
| Gavin DeGraw | pop, rock | 2003 | South Fallsburg, United States |
| Gretchen Wilson | country | 2004 | Pocahontas, United States |
| Glenn Miller | big band, swing | 1938 | Clarinda, United States |
| G4 | pop, classical crossover | 2004 | London, United Kingdom |
| Gusttavo Lima | sertanejo, pop | 2009 | Presidente Olegário, Brazil |
Descriptions
Garth Brooks
Massive country star of the 1990s with multi-platinum albums and stadium tours; known for hits like “Friends in Low Places” and reshaping country-pop crossover.
Guns N’ Roses
Hard-rock band famed for explosive performances and the landmark album Appetite for Destruction; icons of late-1980s LA rock.
Green Day
Pop-punk pioneers who brought punk to stadiums with Dookie and American Idiot, known for high-energy songs and political themes.
George Michael
Pop superstar from Wham! and solo career, celebrated for Faith and heartfelt ballads; major 1980s–90s global presence.
Gorillaz
Virtual band created by Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett, blending rock, hip-hop and electronic styles; breakthrough single “Clint Eastwood”.
Genesis
Influential progressive-to-pop rock band; Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins eras produced classics like Selling England and Invisible Touch.
Grateful Dead
Pioneering jam band of the psychedelic era, famed for improvisation, devoted “Deadhead” following, and live concert legacy.
Gloria Estefan
Cuban-American singer who crossed Latin and pop with Miami Sound Machine and solo hits like “Conga” and “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You”.
Gnarls Barkley
Collaborative project of CeeLo Green and Danger Mouse; exploded with international hit “Crazy” mixing soul and modern production.
Good Charlotte
Early-2000s pop-punk band known for catchy hooks and youth-focused lyrics, with hits like “The Anthem”.
Goldfrapp
British duo mixing lush electronics and glam, notable albums include Felt Mountain and Supernature.
Gotye
Belgian-Australian singer-songwriter who achieved global fame with the chart-topping single “Somebody That I Used to Know”.
Glass Animals
UK indie project known for textured, tropical-influenced electronic pop and hits like “Heat Waves”.
Galantis
Swedish EDM duo producing upbeat dance-pop hits and festival anthems like “Runaway (U & I)”.
Gary Numan
Early synth-pop pioneer whose work with Tubeway Army and solo albums influenced electronic and industrial music.
George Harrison
Lead guitarist of The Beatles and successful solo artist; known for songwriting, Indian influences, and All Things Must Pass.
George Strait
Traditional country legend with a string of No. 1 singles and a major influence on modern country music.
George Benson
Renowned jazz guitarist and singer, crossed into pop with hits like “Give Me the Night”.
Grandmaster Flash
Hip-hop DJ pioneer whose turntablism and group Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five helped shape early rap.
Goldie
Key figure in UK drum-and-bass, producer and DJ known for the landmark album Timeless and jungle innovations.
Glassjaw
Influential post-hardcore band noted for intense vocals, dynamic songwriting and cult following.
Gojira
French metal band acclaimed for technical heaviness and environmental themes, gaining international metal acclaim.
Ghost
Masked Swedish rock band blending melodic hooks and theatrical imagery; breakthrough with Meliora.
Greta Van Fleet
Young rock band channeling classic 1970s rock sounds; rose to fame with high-energy blues-rock anthems.
George Ezra
Singer-songwriter known for deep voice and catchy breakout “Budapest” and platinum-selling Wanted on Voyage.
Grimes
Experimental pop and electronic artist noted for DIY production, ethereal vocals and genre-blending releases.
Goo Goo Dolls
Alternative rock band who crossed into mainstream with ballad “Iris” and steady radio success in the 1990s–2000s.
Gwen Stefani
Lead singer of No Doubt turned solo pop star, known for eclectic style and hits like “Hollaback Girl”.
Goodie Mob
Southern hip-hop collective linked to the Dungeon Family, known for socially conscious lyrics and “Soul Food”.
Goldfinger
California punk band mixing ska and rock; notable single “Here in Your Bedroom” and late-1990s popularity.
Galaxie 500
Dreamy indie trio known for atmospheric, minimalist songs and cult influence on slowcore and shoegaze.
Guided By Voices
Lo-fi indie rock outfit led by Robert Pollard, prolific output and revered among indie circles.
Gang Starr
Influential hip-hop duo (Guru and DJ Premier) blending jazz samples with sharp lyricism.
G-Eazy
Californian rapper known for sleek production and crossover pop hits like “Me, Myself & I”.
George Jones
One of country music’s most iconic voices, known for decades of classic honky-tonk recordings.
Grand Funk Railroad
Hard-rock power trio who became American arena staples with energetic shows and singles like “We’re an American Band”.
Garbage
90s alt-rock band fronted by Shirley Manson, blending rock, electronica and anthemic hooks.
Grizzly Bear
Experimental indie band known for rich harmonies and critically praised albums like Veckatimest.
Guster
Melodic rock trio known for harmony-driven songs, college radio presence and touring longevity.
Gene Pitney
1960s pop singer-songwriter with dramatic vocal delivery; known for hits like “Town Without Pity”.
Gilbert O’Sullivan
Irish singer-songwriter famous for melodic 1970s hits such as “Alone Again (Naturally)”.
Ghostface Killah
Wu-Tang Clan member and solo artist known for vivid storytelling and acclaimed solo albums.
GoldLink
Polished, genre-bending rapper and MC with a modern, rhythmic take on hip hop and R&B.
Godspeed You! Black Emperor
Instrumental collective noted for sprawling compositions and cinematic, politically tinged recordings.
Girls Aloud
British pop group formed on reality TV; dominated UK charts with catchy singles and albums in the 2000s.
Guy Sebastian
Australian Idol winner turned multi-platinum pop and soul artist with long-running chart success.
Gin Wigmore
New Zealand singer with gritty voice and bluesy pop songs, breakout album Holy Smoke.
Ginuwine
R&B singer famous for sensual vocals and hits like “Pony” in the late 1990s.
Gloria Trevi
Mexican pop-rock performer known for provocative image and series of hits across Latin America.
Golden Earring
Dutch rock band with international hit “Radar Love” and decades-long career.
Godsmack
Hard-rock/metal band known for powerful riffs, radio hits and arena-heavy sound.
Giggs
London rapper influential in UK street rap and grime scenes, known for gravelly voice and punchy singles.
Gene Simmons
Kiss bassist and frontman, larger-than-life persona and one of rock’s most recognizable faces.
GusGus
Icelandic electronic collective blending techno, trip-hop and pop; active in club and festival circuits.
Gogol Bordello
Gypsy-punk troupe mixing Eastern European folk with punk energy, led by charismatic frontman Eugene Hütz.
Gabrielle
British singer who broke through with the 1993 hit “Dreams” and a string of soulful chart successes.
Gustavo Cerati
Argentine singer-songwriter and leader of Soda Stereo; influential in Latin rock with expansive solo work.
Grupo Niche
Colombian salsa institution known for vibrant arrangements and classics that shaped Latin dance music.
Girls’ Generation
South Korean girl group that helped globalize K-pop with synchronized choreography and pop hits.
G-Dragon
South Korean rapper, leader of Big Bang, influential solo artist and style icon in K-pop.
Gang of Four
Post-punk trailblazers combining funk, punk and political lyrics; influential on alternative music.
Gavin DeGraw
Singer-songwriter who gained mainstream success with “I Don’t Want to Be” and piano-driven pop-rock.
Gretchen Wilson
Country singer who burst onto the scene with outspoken anthem “Redneck Woman”.
Glenn Miller
Legendary bandleader of the swing era, known for orchestral hits like “In the Mood” and major wartime broadcasts.
G4
British vocal quartet fusing opera and pop, achieving mainstream attention with crossover arrangements.
Gusttavo Lima
Brazilian sertanejo star whose upbeat singles made him a domestic and Latin American sensation.