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In the world of K-pop, it's easy for lesser-known groups to get lost among the presence of popular K-pop sensations like Blackpink, BTS, Stray Kids, or Twice. But there are so many K-pop groups out there who deserve just as much fame and success. Let's give some of these smaller K-pop groups the recognition they deserve. Who are the most underrated K-pop groups of 2023?&nbsp;If you're a fan of Mamamoo, you should definitely stan their hoobaes (or juniors) Purple Kiss. They give off the same bold and mature vibes - plus their songs are ridiculously catchy. Need a new <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/kpop-boy-groups-2023/taylor-park">boy group</a> to obsess over? Try TEMPEST. They're a newer group from Yuehua Entertainment known for their impressive dance skills and charismatic stage presence. Other underrated K-pop groups include PIXY, TRI.BE, E'LAST, VERIVERY, and more.Whether they come from smaller labels or they're rookies who <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/new-kpop-groups-2023/taylor-park">recently debuted</a>, these “nugu” groups are worth paying attention to. Vote up the underrated K-pop groups you wish were more popular!

The Most Underrated K-pop Groups Of 2023

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Although K-pop behemoth BTS is currently on hiatus until the members complete their military service, there are still plenty of amazing boy groups to stan. Here are the top K-pop boy groups who might just dominate the K-pop scene in 2023.Some of the best K-pop boy groups include TXT, Stray Kids, Seventeen, NCT 127, and ATEEZ. More <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/new-kpop-groups-2023/taylor-park">recent debuts</a> like TREASURE and Xdinary Heroes are worth keeping your eyes on as well.&nbsp;Which K-pop boy group has the best chance of coming out on top in 2023? Vote up your bias groups, and check back for updates on their 2023 releases and highlights.

The Most Popular K-pop Boy Groups Of 2023

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Gather around, fellow K-pop stans, and let's rank the best K-pop groups of 2023! Whether they're <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/new-kpop-groups-2023/taylor-park">recent debuts</a> like NewJeans and Le Sserafim or K-pop behemoths like Blackpink and NCT 127, these popular <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/korean-boy-band-bands-list/music-lover?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Korean boy bands</a> and girl groups are topping the charts like nobody's business.&nbsp;On this list, you'll find famous K-pop groups such as Twice, Stray Kids, Seventeen, ITZY, Aespa, and more! Which of these groups do you think deserves the number one spot?Vote up your favorite K-pop groups, and check back for updates on their 2023 releases and highlights.

The Most Popular K-pop Groups Of 2023

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It's easy to lose track of the year's hottest K-pop songs when there's so many <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-kpop-groups-2023/taylor-park">amazing K-pop groups</a> and artists to follow. Luckily, this list should help you find new songs to add to your playlist. Here are the best 2023 K-pop songs, ranked by fans everywhere.Some of the best K-pop hits of the year include trending songs like “OMG” from NewJeans. The song's cute and catchy chorus has practically everyone on TikTok learning the choreography. If you're an old gen K-pop fan, BIGBANG's Taeyang released a comeback single called “Vibe” that features Jimin from BTS. Meanwhile, TWICE released their second English digital single, “Moonlight Sunrise,” for all the English-speaking TWICE stans out there.Which K-pop songs are you jamming out to in 2023? Vote up all your favorite songs!

The Best K-pop Songs Of 2023

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Whoa Facts

We turn them on to work out, to cook to, to let our hair down. The music of the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/whoa-late-90s-pop-stars-facts/katherine-walker">late 1990s and early 2000s</a> played a huge role in our personal lives and the cultural zeitgeist. But what are some of the stories behind the music?<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/tragic-facts-about-shania-twain/alan-smithee">Shania Twain</a> was madly in love with her producer husband until he had an affair with her best friend. She soon found her happy ending with that person's ex-husband. The Spice Girls got their iconic nicknames after a journalist couldn't remember their real names. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/eminem-facts-stan-slim-shady/melissa-sartore">Eminem</a> came up with his “Slim Shady” alter ego while using the restroom. These stories provide insight into some of our favorite performers and songs. Vote up the ones you love the most by clicking that up arrow.

13 Stories About Our Favorite Musicians From The Late 1990s And Early 2000s

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Pop music in the late 1990s and early 2000s generated some of the most talented stars who remain on the Billboard charts today, from Justin Timberlake to Jennifer Lopez to Beyonc&eacute;. In the final years of the 20th century, *NSYNC, the Backstreet Boys, and Britney Spears dominated the charts;&nbsp;the world succumbed to Spice Girls fever;&nbsp;and Hanson&#39;s &quot;MMMBop&quot; played to the delight of teenage girls and the annoyance of nearly everyone else.&nbsp;

Despite the fact that many&nbsp;of them grew&nbsp;up creating dances for the Spice Girls&#39; &quot;Wannabe,&quot; even millenials might not know certain facts about pop stars of the late 1990s and early 2000s. These are a few things we learned about our&nbsp;favorite musical artists from that era.

13 Things We Just Learned About Pop Stars Of The Late 1990s/Early 2000s

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Hip Hop Wars

The best new artists, albums, and hits for your 2023 playlists, ranked by over 1 million votes. Click to make your opinion heard.

You Gotta Hear This

Music

Rappers have always been at the forefront of pop culture since the ‘90s, but 2023’s hip-hop scene in particular is ready for world domination. Multi-talented&nbsp;artists Bad Bunny, Doja Cat, Drake, and Her Majesty Nicki Minaj remain forces to be reckoned with across the Billboard charts (and they don't plan on slowing down anytime soon). Trap-stars Lil Baby, Future, and Gunna continue to keep it real throughout their fire collaborations; and A-list newcomer Latto refuses to hold back her “big energy” with a <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/2023-grammys-best-new-artist/jared-baly?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Best New Artist</a> Grammy nomination now under her belt. Superstars in-the-making Doechii, GloRilla, and Ice Spice inspire the next generation of female rappers throughout their unique performance styles and empowering verses; and Frank Ocean is slated to headline this spring's highly-anticipated Coachella music festival.&nbsp;Which trending hip hop artists are you most excited to see live, and whose records are you currently listening to?&nbsp;Vote below for the best rappers&nbsp;of 2023, and be sure to also check out this year's&nbsp;top&nbsp;new rap songs afterwards.

The Best Rappers Of 2023

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Boy Bands

Do pop groups even exist anymore? Of course, but they're not as easy to find as you might think. In a world full of popstars, rock bands, rappers, county singers, techno DJs, and eccentric indie artists, it's difficult to discover new pop music by actual groups beyond the Top 40 solo musicians with backup bands. That being said, we've got a fire roster of 2023's hottest pop bands, ranging from hybrid alternative pop rock supergroups Imagine Dragons and Bastille to Y2K-inspired boybands 5 Seconds of Summer and PRETTYMUCH. Whether your music taste leans more towards indie duo Beach House or the OG trendsetters ABBA and Tears for Fears, we want to know which trending pop groups currently conquer your car stereos!Which of these musicians&nbsp;are you most excited to see live, and whose records are you listening to right now?&nbsp;Vote below for the best pop&nbsp;groups of 2023, and be sure to also check out this year's&nbsp;top&nbsp;new pop songs afterwards.

The Best Pop Groups Of 2023

From on-the-rise Gen Z female rappers GloRilla and Ice Spice to 2022&nbsp;XXL Freshman classmates Nardo Wick and Cochise, 2023's roster of best new rappers gives previous years a run for their money. Southern rappers MAVI and Duke Deuce continue to grind in the studio; and Big Boss Vette and Monaleo just dropped new singles (with more potential&nbsp;records in the works). After years of doing City Girls' makeup, Saucy Santana has finally paved his own path as a rapper, with XXL Freshman recognition under his belt; and multi-talented singer-rapper prodigy DOECHII is just getting started with a fire SZA collaboration on the charts and viral praises from Doja Cat.Which trending new hip hop artists&nbsp;are you most excited to see live, and whose albums or mixtapes are you currently listening to?&nbsp;Vote below for the best new rappers of 2023, and be sure to also check out this year's&nbsp;<a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/top-new-school-rappers/ranker-music?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">top new rap songs</a> afterwards.

The Best New Rappers Of 2023

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2022 may have set the bar really high for R&amp;B artists, but honestly, this year's hottest rhythm and blues singer-songwriters are ready to takeover everyone's playlists. From&nbsp;Grammy Award winner SZA's sensational sophomore album SOS to Chris Brown's critically-acclaimed Breezy, 2023's top R&amp;B music effortlessly fuses dynamic hip-hop/soul instrumentals with diverse cross-cultural influences while simultaneously staying true to the genre's traditional roots. Industry queens Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, and Lizzo never cease to slay with their flawless records; and Gen Z musicians Steve Lacy, H.E.R., Jorja Smith, and Chlöe continue to shatter glass ceilings with their exceptional talent.Which trending R&amp;B musicians&nbsp;are you most excited to see live, and whose records are you currently listening to?&nbsp;Vote below for the best R&amp;B artists&nbsp;of 2023, and be sure to also check out this year's&nbsp;top&nbsp;new R&amp;B songs afterwards.

The Best R&amp;B Artists Of 2023

The Best R&B Artists Of 2023

Classic Rock

Are you ready to rock out throughout 2023? In a post-pandemic digital age of endless TikTok reels and electropop dancing, rock has taken the backseat across pop culture. However, this year has a lot of great rock music that may be the ultimate cure to your social media Top 40 blues. From the legendary Grammy Award-winning Red Hot Chili Peppers to alternative punk royalty Fall Out Boy and Blink-182, 2023's hottest rock bands are moving full-speed-ahead with electrifying new music&nbsp;and international concert tours. Emo supergroups My Chemical Romance and Paramore return to the forefront of the music industry with new records and sold out shows; and Italian glam rock foursome Måneskin finally have a Grammy nomination under their belt.Which trending rock musicians&nbsp;are you most excited to see live, and whose records are you currently listening to?&nbsp;Vote below for the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-best-rock-bands-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best rock bands</a> of 2023, and be sure to also check out this year's&nbsp;top new rock songs afterwards.&nbsp;

The Best Rock Bands Of 2023

Despite the shade that pop music constantly receives, pop artists will always drive the music industry, reaching massive worldwide audiences through their catchy hit singles while simultaneously inspiring social change on a regular basis. Puerto Rican reggaetón superstar Bad Bunny and singer-songwriter royalty Taylor Swift may have been the unofficial king and queen of 2022's pop scene, but who will reign over 2023? From Gen Z <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/2023-grammys-best-new-artist/jared-baly?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Best New Artist</a> Grammy recipients Billie Eilish and Olivia Rodrigo, to rap's finest Nicki Minaj and Drake, all of the musicians featured below are shaping 2023's pop music scene one Billboard hit single at a time.&nbsp;Which trending pop&nbsp;singers are you most excited to see live, and whose projects are you currently listening to? Which&nbsp;studio album will break more&nbsp;records than&nbsp;Midnights (if that's even possible)? Vote below for the best pop artists&nbsp;of 2023, and be sure to also check out this year's&nbsp;top&nbsp;new pop songs afterwards.

The Best Pop Artists Of 2023

If there ever was a year for male R&amp;B singers, it's 2023. From Chris Brown's epic comeback to Gen Z singer-songwriter Steve Lacy's sudden rise to fame, this year's current roster of R&amp;B male artists only continues to melt hearts across the globe. Crossover Billboard charts royalty The Weeknd, Khalid, and John Legend never cease to curate our weekly playlists with their catchy hit singles, and Heartthrobs GIVĒON and Lucky Daye consistently deliver premium content throughout their latest records. Maryland native superstar Brent Faiyaz indisputably defies “gravity” since releasing his sophomore album WASTELAND; and 2022 Album of the Year Grammy recipient&nbsp;(and Oscar winner) Jon Batiste&nbsp;has finally become a household name (with hopefully more film scores in the works).Which trending male R&amp;B singers are you most excited to see live, and whose records are you currently listening to?&nbsp;Vote below for the best male R&amp;B artists of 2023, and be sure to also check out this year's&nbsp;top&nbsp;new R&amp;B songs afterwards.

The Best Male R&amp;B Singers Of 2023

The Best Male R&B Singers Of 2023

Hip-Hop / Rap

In recent years, <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-artists-similar-to-kendrick-lamar/ranker-music?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">rappers like Kendrick Lamar</a> and J.I.D. have popularized the nasally rap delivery while Young Thug and SahBabii have transcended that to reach pitches that would rival marine animals. Sometimes, you just need to listen to a rapper with a little bass in their voice. The real Salty Spitoon types. This list of best <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/rappers-with-best-voices/ranker-hip-hop?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">rappers with deep voices</a> is just that - rappers with booming deliveries and strong presence on the mic.Of course, <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-new-york-rappers/ranker-hip-hop?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">New York rappers</a> Pop Smoke and 50 Cent have to make the cut. Often compared to each other, both boast gruff voices to match their gritty lyrics. Another prominent rapper on this list is Freddie Gibbs, whose diverse discography includes a variety of flows and even singing with his low tone. This list also includes female rappers like GloRilla, whose ambiguous voice and tough delivery makes her popular with both male and female fans.What rappers with deep voices are your favorite? Vote up your favorite rappers and make your voice heard.

The 15 Best Rappers with Deep Voices

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As Gen Z's most-talented male artists finally reach 25-years-old, a new wave of young singers enters the music industry. Granted, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes still remains the reigning Gen Z king of pop; but 2023's diverse male roster of 24 and under musicians ultimately gives the past few years' A-listers significant competition for GOAT status. Whether you're into alternative, hip-hop, electropop, punk, R&amp;B, or country music, these male artists under 25 are bound to find their way onto your next playlists. Versatile rapper Lil Nas X continues to dominate the Billboard charts and collaborate with many of today's hottest artists; and 2022 XXL Freshman Nardo Wick is ready to take the rap world by storm. Hip-hop moguls YoungBoy Never Broke Again and Baby Keem consistently deliver premium content across their records and featured tracks; and Justin Bieber's Australian protégé the Kid LAROI finally plans on dropping his highly-anticipated debut studio album KIDS ARE GROWING UP this year.&nbsp;Which trending Gen Z male singers are you most excited to see live, and whose records are you currently listening to? Vote below for the best male artists under 25 of 2023, and be sure to also check out their top&nbsp;new songs afterwards.

The Best Male Artists Under 25 Of 2023

The K-pop industry is overflowing with incredibly handsome male idols. Some of these idols are even assigned the position of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-kpop-male-visuals-right-now/ranker-music">“visual”</a> within their K-pop groups due to their good looks. But who do K-pop fans consider as the best visual right now? Let's check out this list of the hottest K-pop guys of 2023!With his angelic face and surprisingly deep voice, Felix from Stray Kids is considered one of the best-looking K-pop idols today. There's also Yeonjun from TXT who charmed fans with his handsome profile and amazing charisma. It's no surprise that ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo is in <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-korean-romantic-dramas/molly-gander">popular romantic K-dramas</a> - he totally looks the part of a handsome leading man!Which male K-pop idol is serving the best visuals in 2023? Vote up the idols who make your heart flutter!

The Hottest Male K-pop Idols Of 2023

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Live Music

Sounding good on stage is one thing, but putting on the greatest live show is another—and there's&nbsp;quite a few rappers who offer the best of both worlds. While there's always room for debate, as well as biased opinions, we can all agree some hip hop artists know how to put on a show. Without much room for argument, Kanye&nbsp;West has long been considered one of the greatest rap performers of his time, with Kendrick Lamar high up on that list as well. However, in a world where <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-young-rappers/ranker-hip-hop" target="_blank">new and young rappers</a> pop up every day and really make a name for themselves, there's plenty other rappers with good live shows.You don't want only a good show, though; you want to hear the rappers with the best live shows out—including artists both old and new. From established artists&nbsp;to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-soundcloud-rappers/ranker-music" target="_blank">famed SoundCloud&nbsp;rappers</a>, some rappers just have &quot;it&quot;. So, who are the best rappers to see live? Some might say Travis Scott, while others are quick to argue that. Well, now you all have the opportunity to cast your vote for the best live performing rappers—right here, right now.&nbsp;Check out the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-greatest-rappers-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">list of rappers</a> below and vote up the ones you think deserve the top spots for best concerts, whether they know how to hype up a crowd, sound great on stage, or even better, do both. See someone missing? Feel free to add them to the list.&nbsp;

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<a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/new-male-artists-2021/music-lover?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">New male singers</a> come from a wide variety of platforms in terms of genre, background, and style. These famous, young singers are making big waves in the entertainment industry. You can also find new rappers and DJs here. Wondering what <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-new-male-artists-2019/ranker-music" target="_blank">male artists to watch</a>? Browse this list to find out. If you haven&#39;t already&nbsp;heard of these artists, you&#39;re likely to soon.&nbsp;How do these musicians compare&nbsp;to the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-new-female-artists/ranker-music" target="_blank">best new female artists</a>?

Some up-and-coming male singers have accomplished a lot at a relatively young age, ranging from countless Billboard charting debuts to various Grammy Awards.&nbsp;Some&nbsp;new male artists&nbsp;to watch include Kane Brown, Lil Nas X and Rag&#39;n&#39;Bone Man. For hip-hop heads, trending new&nbsp;rappers&nbsp;like iann dior and Lil Mosey&nbsp;are also featured on this list. Young actors who balance their Hollywood careers with music are also featured, such as the In the Heights&nbsp;star&nbsp;Anthony Ramos. Don&#39;t forget about new country singers Devin Dawson and Morgan Evans.

Who are the hottest&nbsp;new male singers and musicians of 2021? Which rising male music stars are the best? Vote below to help decide!

The Best New Male Artists

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Rising female stars represent a diverse range of voices in the current music industry. From country and pop to hip-hop and alternative,&nbsp;new female artists&nbsp;are continuously shattering glass ceilings,&nbsp;impressing both critics and fans with their powerful songs and overall musicianship. How do these ladies compare&nbsp;to the <a href="/list/best-new-male-artists/ranker-music" target="_blank">best new male artists</a>?

Some of these musicians will surprise you with how much they&#39;ve achieved at such a young age. In&nbsp;fact, many of these girls are under 25&nbsp;or still in their teenage years!&nbsp;The 18-year-old Olivia Rodrigo, for example, currently has the longest-running number one debut single of any artist in fifteen years. Rising to fame through starring in the Disney+ original High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, she&#39;s constantly breaking records with her studio album SOUR and&nbsp;mega-hit song&nbsp;&quot;drivers license.&quot; Other female singers to watch include Tate McRae, Ava Max, Doja Cat, Madison Beer, Arlo Parks, and Celeste. New female rappers, such as&nbsp;Rico Nasty, CHIKA,&nbsp;and Yung Baby Tate,&nbsp;are also featured on this list.&nbsp;

Out of all of these talented <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-female-artists-under-25/celebrity-lists?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">young female artists</a>, which ones are&nbsp;the best, and who&#39;s had the most impressive climb to stardom since 2020? Vote for your favorite boss lady vocalists and rappers below!

The Best New Female Artists

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The Greatest Albums

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It&rsquo;s no coincidence that great bands and artists have some of the best debut <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-greatest-albums-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">albums of all time</a>. You can tell a lot about a music artist from their first album, for better or worse. A debut album sets the stage for what audiences can expect, including genre, style, inventiveness, and many more details. For some talented artists, a debut album can be genre changing and influence pop culture. But what are the greatest debut albums of all time? See what music lovers have to say in the ranking below.

For some bands, a debut album may be their best work or even their only work. More than a few break up after their first effort. For many others, it may be their best work and they may end up being <a href="/list/greatest-songs-by-one-hit-wonders/ranker-music">one-hit wonders</a>. Not many artists continue to find more success after initial efforts.

For the purpose of this list however, we only care about that first seminal album. So vote for the artists that you think have the very best debut albums of all time. No sophomore albums allowed.