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Billboard’s 21 Under 21: See Who Made the 2026 List
Billboard’s 2026 “21 Under 21” list highlights 21 emerging music artists and groups, presenting authenticity as the shared quality behind their momentum.
– The feature includes KATSEYE, Bella Kay, Milo J, CORTIS, Violet Grohl, Sienna Spiro, Freya Skye and North West. – KATSEYE’s year included Lollapalooza, Grammy nominations, new Hot 100 entries, touring and member Manon’s indefinite hiatus. – North West, 13, previously became one of the youngest artists to chart on the Hot 100 through “Talking”. – Billboard notes that earlier lists featured artists such as Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish and Tate McRae before they aged out.
In short
- Billboard spotlights 21 rising young music acts.
- Authenticity is the list’s central theme.
- KATSEYE and North West are among the featured artists.
Explained simply
Billboard is a US music magazine that covers artists, releases and the music business. Its “21 Under 21” feature spotlights young performers who are gaining attention, across different genres and stages of their careers.
The list includes solo artists and groups such as KATSEYE, Milo J and North West. KATSEYE is an international pop group, while North West is a young performer whose song “Talking” reached the US Billboard Hot 100, a chart that ranks popular songs.
The feature’s focus on emerging artists places it alongside earlier editions that included Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish and Tate McRae before they turned 21. It offers a snapshot of who Billboard sees attracting attention among younger musicians.