This list includes 38 Music artists that start with U, from “U-God” to “Utopia”. The entries cover global genres and eras, from underground rap to mainstream pop and experimental rock. You can use the list for playlist building, quick research, or finding artists to sample or follow.
Music artists that start with U are solo performers, bands, and DJs whose stage names begin with the letter U. They include global acts like U2 and Usher, showing how a single letter can span many styles.
Below you’ll find the table with Artist, Primary genre, Debut year, and Origin.
Artist: The performing name of each act, so you can quickly find biographies, discographies, or related tracks.
Primary genre: The main musical style associated with the artist, helping you filter or build genre-specific playlists.
Debut year: The year of an artist’s first release or formal formation, useful to sort by era or influence.
Origin: City and country where the artist formed or started performing, which helps show regional scenes and influences.
Music artists that start with U
| Name | Primary genre | Debut year | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| U2 | rock | 1976 | Dublin, Ireland |
| UB40 | reggae | 1978 | Birmingham, UK |
| UFO | hard rock | 1969 | London, UK |
| Ultravox | new wave | 1974 | London, UK |
| Underworld | electronic | 1980s | London, UK |
| Underoath | metalcore | 1997 | Tampa, USA |
| Uncle Tupelo | alt-country | 1987 | Belleville, USA |
| Unkle | trip hop | 1994 | London, UK |
| Unwritten Law | punk rock | 1990 | Poway, USA |
| Urge Overkill | alternative rock | 1986 | Chicago, USA |
| Utada Hikaru | J-pop | 1998 | Tokyo, Japan |
| Ultra Naté | house | 1989 | Baltimore, USA |
| Uffie | electro | 2006 | Paris, France |
| Us3 | jazz-rap | 1992 | London, UK |
| U-God | hip hop | 1993 | Staten Island, USA |
| Uncle Kracker | country rock | 1999 | Detroit, USA |
| Utopia | progressive rock | 1973 | New York, USA |
| U.K. | progressive rock | 1977 | London, UK |
| U.S. Girls | experimental pop | 2008 | Toronto, Canada |
| Ulver | experimental | 1993 | Oslo, Norway |
| UK Subs | punk | 1976 | London, UK |
| Unwound | post-hardcore | 1991 | Olympia, USA |
| Uriah Heep | classic rock | 1969 | London, UK |
| Utah Saints | electronic | 1990 | Leeds, UK |
| U-Roy | reggae/dub | 1969 | Kingston, Jamaica |
| Useless ID | punk rock | 1994 | Haifa, Israel |
| U.D.O. | heavy metal | 1987 | Solingen, Germany |
| Unknown Mortal Orchestra | psychedelic rock | 2010 | Portland, USA |
| Undertones | punk rock | 1974 | Derry, Northern Ireland |
| Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats | psychedelic rock | 2009 | Cambridge, UK |
| Ufomammut | doom metal | 1999 | Milan, Italy |
| Uncle Waffles | Amapiano/DJ | 2020s | Eswatini |
| U96 | techno | 1991 | Germany |
| Umberto Tozzi | pop | 1970s | Turin, Italy |
| Ultramagnetic MCs | hip hop | 1984 | The Bronx, USA |
| Unearth | metalcore | 1998 | Boston, USA |
| U-KISS | K-pop | 2008 | Seoul, South Korea |
| U2 (note: duplicate prevented) | rock | 1976 | Dublin, Ireland |
Descriptions
U2
Irish stadium rock band led by Bono, famous for The Joshua Tree (1987) and massive global tours; one of the world’s best-selling acts.
UB40
British reggae/pop band known for socially conscious songs and hit covers like “Red Red Wine”; multi-platinum success in the 1980s and beyond.
UFO
English rock band influential on early heavy metal, noted for virtuosic guitar work and albums like Phenomenon (1974).
Ultravox
Pioneering synth-driven new wave band (Midge Ure era) best known for the atmospheric single “Vienna” (1981).
Underworld
British electronic duo whose techno-infused track “Born Slippy .NUXX” became an anthem after Trainspotting (1996).
Underoath
American metalcore band known for high-energy releases like Define the Great Line (2006) and intense live shows.
Uncle Tupelo
Influential alt-country trio whose breakup spawned Wilco and Son Volt; key early albums include No Depression (1990).
Unkle
James Lavelle’s collaborative electronic project blending hip hop and rock; debut Psyence Fiction (1998) featured many guest artists.
Unwritten Law
California punk/pop-rock band with the mainstream hit “Seein’ Red” (2002) and strong skate-punk roots.
Urge Overkill
Chicago alt-rock group that gained mainstream attention with their Pulp Fiction-era cover “Girl, You’ll Be a Woman Soon.”
Utada Hikaru
Japanese pop superstar whose album First Love (1999) became one of Japan’s best-selling records; prolific singer-songwriter and producer.
Ultra Naté
House and dance vocalist best known for the club classic “Free” (1997) and enduring DJ-friendly anthems.
Uffie
French-American electro-rap artist associated with the Ed Banger scene; known for the cult single “Pop the Glock.”
Us3
British jazz-rap outfit that fused classic jazz samples into hip-hop; breakout hit “Cantaloop (Flip Fantasia)” (1993).
U-God
Wu-Tang Clan member with distinctive baritone voice; featured on Enter the Wu-Tang (1993) and later solo releases.
Uncle Kracker
Singer-songwriter who transitioned from Kid Rock collaborator to solo hits like “Follow Me” and a country-friendly catalog.
Utopia
Todd Rundgren’s progressive/art-rock ensemble known for musicianship and studio-driven albums in the 1970s.
U.K.
Short-lived prog-rock supergroup featuring members of Yes and King Crimson; praised for complex musicianship.
U.S. Girls
Meghan Remy’s long-running solo project mixing lo-fi pop, political lyricism and artful production; acclaimed releases on 4AD.
Ulver
Norwegian outfit that began in black metal and reinvented itself across ambient, electronic and experimental styles.
UK Subs
Veteran British punk band from the first wave of UK punk, noted for nonstop touring and a large discography.
Unwound
Influential indie/post-hardcore band from the Pacific Northwest, known for noisy dynamics and critical acclaim in the 1990s.
Uriah Heep
British hard rock band mixing progressive and heavy elements with hits like “Easy Livin'” and decades of touring.
Utah Saints
British electronic duo famous for sample-driven house singles in the early ’90s and energetic festival sets.
U-Roy
Pioneer Jamaican toaster whose toasting style shaped modern dancehall and dub; major influence across reggae history.
Useless ID
Israeli punk band with international releases and tours, blending melodic punk with skate-punk energy.
U.D.O.
Heavy metal band led by former Accept singer Udo Dirkschneider, carrying classic metal vocals and riff-driven albums.
Unknown Mortal Orchestra
Ruban Nielson’s lo-fi psychedelic project with critically acclaimed albums and a distinctive warped-pop aesthetic.
Undertones
Northern Irish punk/new wave band that wrote the enduring teen anthem “Teenage Kicks.”
Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats
Retro-psychedelic/doom band noted for vintage production and cult favorite Blood Lust (2011).
Ufomammut
Italian trio merging heavy psychedelic doom with experimental soundscapes and long-form compositions.
Uncle Waffles
Breakout South African amapiano DJ and producer who gained viral popularity for energetic sets and club-ready tracks.
U96
German techno project best known for the dance hit “Das Boot” that remixed a submarine theme into a club anthem.
Umberto Tozzi
Italian pop star who scored international hits like “Ti Amo” (1977) and “Gloria,” with decades-long chart presence.
Ultramagnetic MCs
Influential hip-hop crew from New York known for complex, futuristic lyricism and the classic single “Ego Trippin’.”
Unearth
Massachusetts metalcore band known for aggressive riffs, heavy touring and albums popular in the 2000s underground metal scene.
U-KISS
K-pop boy band with international fanbase, notable for synchronized pop performances and releases across Asia.
U2 (note: duplicate prevented)
Irish stadium rock band led by Bono, globally recognized for hits and activism.