Argentina
Australia
Belgium
Brazil
Colombia
Costa Rica
Croatia
Denmark
Egypt
England
France
Germany
Iceland
Iran
Japan
Mexico
Morocco
Panama
Peru
Poland
Portugal
Russia
Saudi Arabia
Senegal
Serbia
South Korea
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Tunisia
Uruguay
World of MusicDiscover The Artists!

From national anthems to stadium sing-alongs, music has always been central to the sport of football. Here is your global music primer to discover new artists from around the world.

Click here to listen to all the artists in one playlist on Spotify!

Argentina
Luciano Pereyra

This Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter combines traditional folklore with pop rhythms for a truly international sound. Watch the video below to learn more about Luciano Pereyra.

Australia
Angus & Julia Stone

These Aussie siblings and singer-songwriter duo have developed a cult following with their dreamy folk-pop music. Watch the video below to learn more about Angus & Julia Stone.

Belgium
Stromae

The Belgian rapper puts a philosophical spin on Europop, pairing pulsing beats with clever wordplay. Watch the video below to learn more about Stromae.

Brazil
Ivete Sangalo

With more than 150 national and international awards to her name, this powerhouse diva is one of the biggest stars in Brazil. Watch the video below to learn more about Ivete Sangalo.

Colombia
Juanes

This Colombian rock star remains one of the biggest names in Spanish-language music, as the most-nominated artist in Latin Grammy history. Watch the video below to learn more about Juanes.

Costa Rica
Debi Nova

Hailing from Costa Rica, this singer and multi-instrumentalist is a pop prodigy. Watch the video below to learn more about Debi Nova.

Croatia
Nina Kraljic

A bright new talent out of Croatia, this gifted singer-songwriter rose to fame after winning the The Voice Croatia. Watch the video below to learn more about Nina Kraljić.

Denmark
Scarlet Pleasure

Since winning ‘Best Danish Group’ at the Danish Grammys, this soul-pop outfit is already dominating the streaming game with addictive hits. Watch the video below to learn more about Scarlet Pleasure.

Egypt
Nancy Ajram (Lebanese)

As one of the most commercially successful artists in the Arab world, this Lebanese singer has made a career out of walking the fine line between provocative pop star and mainstream entertainment. Watch the video below to learn more about Nancy Ajram.

England
Blossoms

Manchester’s very own rock quartet has charmed their way to the top of the UK charts with two albums back-to-back. Watch the video below to learn more about Blossoms.

France
Phoenix

This hip foursome put French rock on the map and continues to crush the charts. Watch the video below to learn more about Phoenix.

Germany
SXTN

This rising rap duo have already cause a stir in Berlin for their explicit lyrics and equally provocative music videos. With a rapid-fire flow and edgy style, they’re poised for a global takeover. Watch the video below to learn more about SXTN.

Iceland
Of Monsters and Men

This Icelandic indie-folk band has broken over a billion streams with their shout-along pop anthems. Watch the video below to learn more about Of Monsters and Men.

Iran
Sami Beigi

This Iranian star bridges the gap between Persian folk and Western dance music and is a regular on the club circuit from Vegas to Dubai. Watch the video below to learn more about Sami Beigi.

Japan
RADWIMPS

The Japanese trio behind the soundtrack for the smash anime film Your Name, are primed for global stardom. Watch the video below to learn more about RADWIMPS.

Mexico
Gianluca Vacchi, Sebastian Yatra

This Colombian-bred singer is breaking language barriers on his World Cup anthem ‘Love,’ featuring Italian social media star Gianluca Vacchi. Watch the video below to learn more about Sebastian Yatra.

Morocco
Lartiste

This French-Moroccan MC makes insanely catchy earworms that never leave your brain. Collaborating with all kinds of global artists, he represents a new breed of rap star. Watch the video below to learn more about Lartiste*.*

Panama
Joey Montana

As one of the breakout stars of the Panamanian dancehall scene, this reggaetón star’s latest album is packed with tropical rhythms and romantic jams. Watch the video below to learn more about Joey Montana.

Peru
Daniel Lazo

This Peruvian performer has blazed his own trail as a talented singer-songwriter in the world of Latin pop ballads, also known as balada. Watch the video below to learn more about Daniel Lazo.

Poland
Natalia Nykiel

This Polish pop star got her big break on a TV talent show and quickly rose to fame with her floor-filling electropop. Watch the video below to learn more about Natalia Nykiel.

Portugal
Diogo Piçarra

Before he was melting hearts on the Portuguese version of Idol, this young heartthrob was winning over global fans with his charismatic covers of US ballads online. Watch the video below to learn more about Diogo Piçarra.

Russia
Элджей

Going by Allj or Sayonara Boy, this former battle rapper-turned EDM star makes the kind of bass-thumping beats that would start any party. Watch the video below to learn more about Allj.

Saudi Arabia
Abdul Majeed Abdullah

With his poetic charm and smooth ballads, this Saudi superstar is the global face of khaleeji (gulf music). Watch the video below to learn more about Abdul Majeed Abdullah.

Senegal
Akon

This Senegalese-American’s unmistakeable croon has been a dominant force on the global charts since his debut single ‘Locked Up’. Watch the video below to learn more about Akon.

Serbia
Marija

Even at a young age, the Serbian model/singer sounds like a full-fledged pop star with her mature vocals layered over massive hooks. Watch the video below to learn more about Marija.

South Korea
DEAN

He’s a global star who’s transcended the K-pop label. The multi-talented artist writes, produces and performs and is one of the greatest crossover acts to come out of Seoul. Watch the video below to learn more about DEAN.

Spain
Pablo López

Singer-songwriter Pablo López is one of the most exciting talents in Latin music today. Hear his powerhouse vocals that are on full display with his duet ‘Tu Enemigo’. Watch the video below to learn more about Pablo López.

Sweden
Veronica Maggio

Following in the footsteps of other Swedish pop exports, this singer is the country’s reigning pop queen. Watch the video below to learn more about Veronica Maggio.

Switzerland
DJ Antoine

A house music icon, this DJ and producer first made waves internationally with classic dance banger ‘This Time’. Watch the video below to learn more about DJ Antoine.

Tunisia
Nawel Ben Kraïem

The Tunisian singer cut her teeth singing in Parisian bars at the age of 16. Her music reflects her diverse upbringing, as she fuses elements of folk, rock and even electronica. Watch the video below to learn more about Nawel Ben Kraïem.

Uruguay
La Vela Puerca

These Latin rockers found success in mixing traditional rhythms with foreign influences like punk and new wave and continue to pack stadiums throughout South America. Watch the video below to learn more about La Vela Puerca.