Here you’ll find 40 Music artists that start with Z that begin with Z, organized from “Z-Ro” to “Zwan”. This selection spans genres from hip-hop and electronic to rock and experimental, with both classic and contemporary acts.
Music artists that start with Z are solo performers, bands, and DJs whose stage names begin with the letter Z. Artists like Z-Ro helped shape regional rap scenes, while Zwan highlights alternative rock collaborations.
Below you’ll find the table with Artist, Primary genre, Debut year, and Origin.
Artist: This column lists each artist name so you can quickly identify and select performers for playlists or research.
Primary genre: Shows the artist’s main style, helping you filter acts by sound when building playlists or exploring similar musicians.
Debut year: Provides the year of first release or formation so you can sort acts by era and trace musical timelines.
Origin: Lists the city and country of origin to help you explore regional scenes and cultural influences on each artist.
Music artists that start with Z
| Name | Primary genre | Debut year | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zayn | pop/R&B | 2016 | Bradford, England |
| Zedd | electronic | 2010 | Kaiserslautern, Germany |
| ZHU | electronic | 2014 | Los Angeles, USA |
| ZZ Top | rock | 1969 | Houston, USA |
| ZZ Ward | blues rock | 2012 | Los Angeles, USA |
| Zoé | alternative rock | 1994 | Mexico City, Mexico |
| Zola Jesus | electronic | 2009 | Phoenix, USA |
| Zap Mama | world | 1991 | Brussels, Belgium |
| Zeds Dead | electronic | 2009 | Toronto, Canada |
| Zion & Lennox | reggaeton | 2004 | Carolina, Puerto Rico |
| Zion I | hip hop | 1996 | Oakland, USA |
| Zakk Wylde | heavy metal | 1987 | Bayonne, USA |
| Zapp | funk | 1980 | Dayton, USA |
| Zwan | alternative rock | 2001 | Chicago, USA |
| Zomboy | electronic | 2011 | Bournemouth, England |
| Zoot Sims | jazz | 1947 | Inglewood, USA |
| Z-Ro | hip hop | 1996 | Houston, USA |
| Zaz | chanson | 2010 | Tours, France |
| Zara Larsson | pop | 2013 | Stockholm, Sweden |
| Zucchero | blues rock | 1983 | Cantù, Italy |
| Zoë (Austrian) | pop | 2015 | Vienna, Austria |
| Zoë Keating | neoclassical | 2006 | Toronto, Canada |
| Zella Day | indie pop | 2012 | Pinetop, USA |
| Zola (South African) | kwaito | 2001 | Soweto, South Africa |
| Zola (French rapper) | hip hop | 2018 | Sevran, France |
| ZARD | pop rock | 1991 | Tokyo, Japan |
| Zeke | punk | 1992 | Seattle, USA |
| Zed | alternative rock | 1999 | Christchurch, New Zealand |
| Zebrahead | punk rock | 1996 | La Habra, USA |
| Zazie | pop | 1992 | Boulogne-Billancourt, France |
| Zaytoven | hip hop | 2003 | Atlanta, USA |
| Zach Bryan | folk | 2019 | Ada, USA |
| Zac Brown Band | country | 2002 | Atlanta, USA |
| Zero 7 | electronic | 1997 | London, England |
| Ziggy Marley | reggae | 1981 | Kingston, Jamaica |
| Zao | metalcore | 1993 | USA |
| Zemfira | rock | 1999 | Ufa, Russia |
| Zee Avi | indie pop | 2007 | Miri, Malaysia |
| Zeromancer | industrial rock | 1999 | Oslo, Norway |
| Zico | hip hop | 2011 | Seoul, South Korea |
Descriptions
Zayn
Ex-One Direction member who launched a solo R&B-pop career with “Pillowtalk” and the album Mind of Mine, known for smooth vocals and chart success.
Zedd
German DJ/producer behind “Clarity”, a Grammy winner known for melodic EDM, pop collaborations and high-profile remixes.
ZHU
Mysterious producer who broke out with the hit “Faded”, blending house, R&B and moody electronica for club and radio audiences.
ZZ Top
Texas blues-rock trio famous for hits like “La Grange”, iconic beards and decades-spanning albums and touring history.
ZZ Ward
Singer-songwriter who fuses blues, hip-hop and pop; known for gritty vocals, cinematic tracks and sync placements.
Zoé
Influential Mexican rock band in Latin alternative music, noted for atmospheric sound and hits such as “Labios Rotos”.
Zola Jesus
Dark art-pop singer blending goth, industrial and electronic textures; acclaimed for dramatic vocals and indie releases.
Zap Mama
Afro-European vocal collective mixing polyphonic a cappella, world rhythms and modern production, prominent in the 1990s world-music scene.
Zeds Dead
Bass-heavy electronic duo known for dubstep, house and high-energy festival sets; prolific producers and remixers.
Zion & Lennox
Reggaeton duo central to the genre’s commercial growth with numerous club hits and major collaborations.
Zion I
West Coast hip-hop duo blending conscious lyrics and electronic production; influential in underground Bay Area rap.
Zakk Wylde
Guitarist for Ozzy Osbourne and Black Label Society founder, famed for shredding solos and heavy riff-driven songwriting.
Zapp
Funk band known for talk-box vocals and the seminal hit “More Bounce to the Ounce”, widely sampled in hip-hop.
Zwan
Short-lived Billy Corgan supergroup that released the critically praised album Mary Star of the Sea before disbanding.
Zomboy
Dubstep and bass music producer known for aggressive drops, club-ready edits and festival performances.
Zoot Sims
Prominent tenor saxophonist from swing and cool jazz eras with extensive recordings as a leader and sideman.
Z-Ro
Prolific Houston rapper noted for raw, autobiographical lyrics and a vast Southern-rap discography.
Zaz
French singer blending chanson, jazz and pop; broke through with the international hit “Je veux”.
Zara Larsson
Swedish pop star who rose from talent shows to global hits like “Lush Life” and major label success.
Zucchero
Italian singer-songwriter mixing blues, rock and soul; known internationally for “Senza una donna” and many collaborations.
Zoë (Austrian)
Austrian singer who represented Austria at Eurovision 2016 with “Loin d’ici”, known for theatrical, catchy pop.
Zoë Keating
Cellist and composer famed for live-looped solo cello recordings used widely in film, TV and commercials.
Zella Day
Singer-songwriter blending indie pop and alt-folk; known for cinematic songs and modern alt-pop appeal.
Zola (South African)
Kwaito musician, actor and cultural figure with charting singles and a strong presence in South African popular culture.
Zola (French rapper)
Rising French rapper associated with drill and trap scenes, known for viral tracks and youthful street appeal.
ZARD
Japanese pop/rock project led by Izumi Sakai, responsible for major 1990s J-pop hits and enduring popularity.
Zeke
High-energy punk band known for lightning-fast hardcore-influenced songs and underground influence.
Zed
New Zealand pop-rock band with radio-friendly hits in the early 2000s and polished production.
Zebrahead
Energetic rap-rock/punk band known for catchy hooks, high-tempo songs and extensive touring.
Zazie
French singer-songwriter with witty lyrics, consistent hit albums and a long career in Francophone pop.
Zaytoven
Influential trap producer who helped shape modern Southern rap through collaborations with Gucci Mane and many Atlanta artists.
Zach Bryan
Singer-songwriter who rose through self-released tracks and streaming success, noted for raw storytelling and modern folk-country sound.
Zac Brown Band
Grammy-winning country band blending country, rock and Americana; best known for “Chicken Fried” and strong touring presence.
Zero 7
Downtempo electronic duo known for smooth, atmospheric tracks and collaborations with guest vocalists on acclaimed albums.
Ziggy Marley
Bob Marley’s son, Grammy-winning solo artist and bandleader known for reggae roots and socially conscious songs.
Zao
Influential American metalcore band noted for intense releases and shaping heavy underground metal in the 1990s and 2000s.
Zemfira
Russian singer-songwriter who became a major alternative-rock voice in the CIS with emotive songwriting and strong live shows.
Zee Avi
Malaysian singer-songwriter who gained attention via YouTube; blends folk, jazz and indie-pop with international licensing success.
Zeromancer
Norwegian industrial/goth rock band formed by ex-Seigmen members, known in European alternative scenes.
Zico
Rapper, producer and former Block B leader who became a major figure in Korean hip-hop and K-pop production.