38. Their records serve as ur-texts for everyone who’s made music with electronic instruments since the 1970s, which essentially means that most modern pop, in one way or another, comes from them. Akunyili Crosby became the talk of the contemporary art world when the price of her work soared dramatically. Whenever an artist makes it big, they always talk about those that came before them who inspired them and helped them to decide that they wanted to be musicians themselves. Well, we'll tell you where we get off -- at Accuracy Station. 28. But that nomination process is somewhat arbitrary, beholden to an “international voting body of more than 900” as well as results from an online fan vote. 13. Pete Seeger is, undeniably, one of the most prolific and influential artists in the history of American music. Their 2004 debut album ‘You’re A Woman, I’m A Machine’ delivered on both sides of the disco-punk hyphen, and they’ve served as the template for just about every noise-rock duo who’ve appeared in their wake. In the early 1990s, Bikini Kill’s Kathleen Hanna and Tobi Vali started a fanzine called Riot Grrrl. Secretly, Ric Ocasek is at the wheel of 2014. Bon Iver. These are the core obsessions that drive our newsroom—defining topics of seismic importance to the global economy. Yuck, Veronica Falls and Warpaint are all similarly indebted, too. Beethoven. PJ Harvey. 21 Most Influential Musical Artists of The 21st Century. Burial. Tame Impala. 37. Last year, her pieces went from selling for around $100.000 to selling for more than $3 million, clearly demonstrating she is one of the most popular artists today. Blur. After graduating from Keio University with a degree in Literature, Kawakubo began working in a textile company in order to pay the bills. So Noel Gallagher nicked Marc Bolan’s superhuman ‘Get It On’ riff and turned it into ‘Cigarettes & Alcohol’, but Tame Impala’s ‘Elephant’ has Bolan’s signature guitar all over it too, and practically every band on California’s Burger Records views him as a messiah. The recent feminist punk resurgence, spearheaded by New York’s Perfect Pussy, has also seen the return of Hanna herself, fronting The Julie Ruin and now offering up party jams and love songs. In 2014 we have Fat White Family taking cues from Lou Reed’s shocking-at-the-time social commentary about smack, transvestites and S&M parties and turning it into a dissection of paedophilia, terrorism and extreme politics. We check out 12 of the most renowned black musicians who have revolutionized music worldwide. Popularity on the radio waves, it turns out, does not determine an artist’s tangible impact on the actual history of music. 34. When asked about the progress of Dr Dre’s long-delayed ‘Detox’ LP, Snopp Dogg suggested that Dre would not release the album until he was satisfied that minds would be blown. The Breeders. He’s the man who taught indie bands how to be funky – most obviously Beck, but also Hot Chip, Jungle, TV On The Radio and Little Dragon – and his impact on hip-hop and R&B is even greater. As Alina Cohen wrote for Artsy, Fons Americanus “reaffirms Walker’s position as one of the boldest, most ambitious artists working today—and acknowledges a fraught relationship between artist, spectacle, and viewer.” 22. Elvis Presley being the king of rock is like Justin Bieber being the king of pop. Despite the fact that they remained troubled, struggling with depression and addiction, they still prevail as the most influential of our time. Elvis Presley influenced the development of the untalented, non-influential artists of today. Any stadium-aimed rock sound that deals equally in mammoth synths and filthy guitar riffs can be traced back to Depeche Mode. Kanye West. Some of the current crop are less subtle in their approach to going full-on Mode, whereas others have taken their hedonistic approach to unquenchable melody mixed with abrasive production and upgraded it. It’s no exaggeration to call DFA 1979 one of the great lost bands of the last decade. Quartz collected data from the site on 53,630 artists, of which about 25,600 were listed as having influenced or been influenced by at least one other artist. The woozy bits of Horrors albums? Kraftwerk. The Stone Roses. Bikini Kill. © 2021 NME is a member of the media division of BandLab Technologies. Though frontman Jeff Mangum slipped away from indie music after 1998 album ‘In The Aeroplane Over The Sea’, his legacy grew in his absence. Born in Germany, Beethoven is considered to be one of the most important names in the music industry. Wiley. Listen to ‘My Song 5’ by Haim or ‘Backseat Freestyle’ by Kendrick Lamar or ‘House Of Balloons’ by The Weeknd or ‘Hot Like Fire’ by The xx or anything by Drake, and you’ll realise that Aaliyah is more omnipresent than Yeezus himself. Their eclectic, knowingly cerebral sound has been much copied but rarely equalled and in a genre that’s always been quick to resort to conservatism, TVOTR have done their bit to reintroduce a spirit of adventure and experimentation. From his time with the Almanac Singers to the Weavers, his refusal to testify in the McCarthy era, and subsequent blacklisting. First, we're only looking at bands; so while Michael Jackson and Madonna were hugely influential throughout the decade, they don't fit the definition of a band. The rest is history. Prince was at 20.The Clash, Joy Division, Blur, The Smiths didn’t make the Top Ten.Their reason for this being: 5. It includes detailed biographies and details on the recordings of tens of thousands of artists, alongside lists of the artists that they inspire or are inspired by. Savages are similarly cold and austere, and Eagulls singer George Mitchell’s bug-eyed anxiety is cut from the same cloth as Curtis’s tetchy bleakness. Genres like jazz, soul, rock, gospel, and R&B have been transformed by prolifically talented black artists who have altered the course of music. Now, though, true heirs have arrived. Aaliyah Haughton may have met an untimely premature death but her legacy continues to blossom. Since 2001, this pair of Swedish electro siblings have broken many a rock taboo. Data on 53,630 artists measures the impact of musicians from Madonna to Stevie Wonder and Sonic Youth. Billie Holiday. Joy Division. Streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music these days often show listeners “related artists” or suggest musicians within similar-sounding records in that same genre—and thanks to the existence of such instantaneous digital platforms, musicians of the future will likely have closer influence ties than ever. The editorial team at the NME has named its "100 most influential artists in music today" and musical legends such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Elvis Presley and Bob Dylan didn’t even make the list!. T Rex. Enjoy! Yeah, yeah, we know. Eagulls, Iceage and Savages channel The Birthday Party’s nihilistic assault. English singer-songwriter and actor David Bowie is regarded as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. From the dubbier moments on Childhood’s debut LP ‘Lacuna’ to the genre-melding mixes of Jamie xx, their celebration of multiculturalism is reflected everywhere in the 21st century. Standing on the podium just under Hank Williams, Merle Haggard is the most influential singer-songwriter of the modern era, and the versatility in his repertoire is unmatched. Somehow, by yodelling surreal songs about holocaust victims and deformed foetuses, he created the blueprint for a decade of anti-folk, invented Arcade Fire and set Beirut down the brassy Balkan road to enlightenment. Kusama (born 1929) is one of the most famous artists working today. 44. So many of today’s most popular genres, trends and artists just wouldn’t exist without the work of the most influential black musicians of the 20th century, all of whom helped lay the groundwork for music as we know and love it today. The space warps of Fuck Buttons? Love’s excoriating lyrics and attitude have been picked on by subsequent generations of musicians, and Hole’s importance cannot be denied. The Velvet Underground. From Oh Land to Niki And The Dove to Austra, her influence has been pervasive. TV On The Radio. Peace were ahead of the curve, while the likes of Superfood and Childhood have since lollopped in on a distinctly Squire-ish groove. The Killers sparked the ’80s revival, and soon music that sounded like the soundtrack to John Hughes flicks was everywhere. The Beatles were an English rock band that became arguably the most successful act of the 20th century. 16. These are TIME’s 100 most influential pioneers, leaders, titans, artists and icons of 2019 Here’s our 100…NMEs 100 Most Influential Artists: 100 – 51. Below are some of the most influential musicians that continue to inspire present and aspiring musicians: 1. Fact: roughly 96 per cent of all new bands formed in the six months after ‘Lonerism’ sounded exactly like Tame Impala. 46. Why don’t they tell people who influenced them?” Anton Newcombe once asked, before adding: “They don’t because they’re self-serving fucking bastards.” Still, any band who walk the tightrope between success and chaos are following in Newcombe’s footsteps to some degree. Top 10 Most Influential Bands of the 1980s By: Thomas Kay When considering which were the most influential bands of the 1980's, we have to first set a couple rules. From the sunny soul-sampling of early singles like ‘All Falls Down’ to the futurist rap supernova that was 2013’s ‘Yeezus’, his career’s been a lesson in pushing boundaries and setting the agenda. ‘For Emma, Forever Ago’ would spawn a legion of backwoods imitators. The music industry has been touched by some remarkable singer-songwriters and performers over the years. These are some of our most ambitious editorial projects. Our emails are made to shine in your inbox, with something fresh every morning, afternoon, and weekend. As new music is produced and published at a faster rate than ever before these days, we may also soon see the generations of influence begin to blend: New artists may not necessarily draw influence from those older or more established than they are, but rather their peers. Today, her real legacy is one of boundary demolition: the way she’s transformed the role of the singer-songwriter from confessional soul-barer to weird, wonderful chameleon. 36. Getty Images 50. 12. A young Brandon Flowers took a long drive with his brother, listening to The Cars’ greatest hits on the way, and the minute he hit adulthood he created the 21st-century equivalent. 20. Most importantly, the likes of Elvis, Michael Jackson and Jimi Hendrix is still an influence on today’s music and have most likely had an impact on you as a musician or music lover. (Photo: Wikimedia / … The Cars. Before they were famous, all music stars were someone’s “biggest fans.” And, while some tend to deny it, they all drew inspiration from their predecessors. 9. Here are 20 of the most innovative musicians working today: 1. Aaliyah. Sonic Youth. Here’s who did make the cut -- the 50 most important African American music artists of all time based on influence, body of work and cultural impact. Big reunions tend to encourage a resurgence in the reunited act’s influence, and the return of these Manc legends has sparked a significant new rush of Roses-mania. 49. Only a fraction of today’s mainstream artists added something truly new and unique to their genre. George Clinton is considered to be one of the most sampled musicians ever. Scratch any jazz singer today and you’ll find a … Pixies. By expanding their sound from 1997’s ‘Blur’ onwards, the Britpop legends managed to flirt with Radiohead’s new branch of electronic ennui with 1999’s ‘13’ and kick off the millennium’s afrobeat obsession on 2003’s ‘Think Tank’. Were it not for them, there would be no Arctic Monkeys, no Franz Ferdinand, no Killers, no Libertines and no Cribs; and their ardent pace, Julian’s no-fi yowls and Albert Hammond’s high-end twangs can still be heard in Palma Violets, The Orwells, Parquet Courts and Twin Peaks. 11. As pop-culture catalysts go, no other 21st century figure has had the impact Kanye has had since storming into view with ‘The College Dropout’ 10 years ago. No matter how they started out, Amy Winehouse, David Bowie, and Whitney Houston will always be remembered for their musical abilities, unique voices, and ability to connect to the public. The top 20 greatest musicians of all time, in any genre. The Strokes remain one of the major touchstones for modern indie. The Beatles The group is often viewed as the most influential act of the rock era. Quartz Media and All Music did a study to come up with a list of the 100 Most Influential Artists and, no surprise, The Beatles top the list with 1,230 musicians citing them as an influence.. He reflects a … Dr Dre. Influence is a fluid concept, so rather than simply tipping our caps to the legends (again), we set out to quantify which are the biggest influences on today’s music scene. Kick off each morning with coffee and the Daily Brief (BYO coffee). Khan is in many ways the proto-Florence, minus the vocal histrionics, and possessed of an unaffected, genuine embrace of spirituality. International Women’s Day is celebrated on the 8th March each year, so this week, we’re showcasing ten influential women musicians who have shone a light for all others who follow. By rights, Merchandise frontman Carson Cox should have a shrine erected to Thurston Moore and Kim Gordon in his bedroom: new album ‘After The End’ has the same wig-outs, scraping guitars and weird experimental kinks mastered by Sonic Youth. In 2014, Nick Cave is everywhere. Bob Dylan (1941) Bob Dylan (born Robert Allen Zimmerman, May 24, 1941) is an American Singer/Song Writer, Author, Musician, and Poet who has been a … When Justin Vernon unpacked his guitar, computer and mic in his remote cabin in Wisconsin and set about trying to work through the break-up and illness that had forced him to retreat from the world, he could have had no idea he was about to instigate an entire alt-folk mentality. He’s in Alex Turner’s swivelling hips, Chilli Palma Violets’ frenetic baritone bawls, Lias Fat White’s wicked glare and Dale Snakeheads’ seditious snarl. Death From Above 1979. For so long a figure prowling rock’s outskirts, Cave is reaching the peak of his insidious influence. Influence is a fluid concept, so rather than simply tipping our caps to the legends (again), we set out to quantify which are the biggest influences on today’s music scene. 47. Their paw prints are all over Kasabian’s last two albums; Childhood, Temples et al are also indebted; and the Monkeys, Horrors and Noel Gallagher are all on record as being converts. Today, figuration is back in vogue, as is the imperative for young artists to occupy themselves with issues of identity, community, and social justice. Dubbed "The Greatest Rock Star Ever" by Rolling Stone magazine, he rose to international prominence in the 1970s with his innovative style of music. Thirteen years ago, The Strokes sparked a revolution by ripping ‘I’m Waiting For The Man’ 11 times and putting out ‘Is This It’. For example: The database identifies the late Tom Petty as having been influenced by 23 artists including Bob Dylan and Chuck Berry; Petty in turn influenced 70 younger artists, including the War on Drugs and Counting Crows. Here are the most influential artists, broken down by genre. Next time you’re listening to a new ‘mystery producer’ online, it’s Burial who’s to blame. From tender ballads and drinking songs to political railings and populist anthems, his simple songs touch the heart and speak to us in a language we all understand. 21. The Seattle legends are everywhere. He is combining the techniques of Northern Renaissance painters. The Brian Jonestown Massacre. The Strokes. You couldn’t move for Bat For Lashes soundalikes in the year following the release of her 2006 debut ‘Fur And Gold’ and 2009 follow-up ‘Two Suns’. Neutral Milk Hotel. By providing your email, you agree to the Quartz Privacy Policy. Where do we get off? Algiers. The fuzz blitzes of Cheetahs? My Bloody Valentine. Most Influential Musicians of the 20th Century. Between their 2004 reunion and the release of 2014’s ‘Indie Cindy’, the Pixies did little besides trade on their legacy, but no-one could begrudge them for it: alternative rock as we know it today wouldn’t exist without their patented quiet-loud dynamic. They contributed to music, film, literature, art, and fashion, made a continuous impact on popular culture and the lifestyle of several generations. 25. These are TIME’s 100 most influential pioneers, leaders, titans, artists and icons of 2017 The tenor saxophonist is still making people sit up and listen, and is widely regarded as one of the most influential living jazz musicians working today. 30. The Knife. Prince does it all: he writes, he produces, he’s never encountered an instrument he couldn’t master and he’s one of the world’s must-see live performers. Prince. John Currin is considered among the most influential painters working today. The world's defining voice in music and pop culture since 1952. Our methodology involved collecting influence data for every artist that is highlighted on one of AllMusic’s 21 different genre pages, then, from there, collecting influence data on all the artists on those 2,000 artists’ influence pages. 39. They were faceless, hiding behind masks just as the information superhighway was demanding full disclosure, and their doomy electronic popscapes would rejuvenate interest in the dark melodic arts. White has become recognized not only as one of the 20th century’s most influential teachers, but as the exemplar artist who married skill with conviction. Hole. 33. AllMusic has assembled these connections “called out from research and interviews” or via “strong inference based on the opinion of the editors”—and while the types of connections carry a certain bias from the inclinations of the researchers, the site is still the most thorough examination of artist relationships to exist. Nirvana. Bat For Lashes. However, the timeless pieces of music that have been created in the past by renowned musicians are still around today. The top 100 most influential musicians are as follows: Names at the top may not surprise—consider it an obligatory homage for any modern-day rock artist to list The Beatles as an influence in press interviews, for example—but the rankings get more interesting when you look a bit further down the list. The Clash. You can understand his hesitancy: from NWA through to ‘The Chronic’ and ‘2001’, to his assorted protégés (Eminem, Snoop, 50 Cent), the good doctor has defined the last three decades of hip-hop. See it in the way Zachary Smith Cole from Diiv holds himself onstage and off; hear it in the mighty grunge riffs of Dahlia, The Vines, Wolf Alice and Royal Blood; feel it at the moshpit madness of a Kasabian live show; watch it in the way The Cribs have conducted their entire career with uncompromising DIY principles. 48. The sheer magnitude of Kraftwerk’s importance cannot be overstated. Of all of the bands lighting fires under the current grunge revival, it’s Kim Deal’s Pixies offshoot The Breeders, rather than all the standard Seattle grunts, that are spawning more imitators than an online dating app.The likes of Honeyblood, Wolf Alice and Menace Beach are fracking deep into their underground reservoir of saccharine sludge. It’s not an easy question, and there is no perfect answer. The roots of pop, jazz, soul, R&B, hip-hop, gospel, house, folk and disco music can all be traced to black musicians. The resulting list of 100 artists, published in two issues of Rolling Stone in 2004 and 2005, and updated in 2011, is a broad survey of … For a more data-driven look at the most influential musicians in the world, the ones who have inspired decades of younger artists after them, we should turn rather to AllMusic, an online database started in 1991 that is perhaps the world’s most comprehensive encyclopedia of popular music. Pretenders have aped Joy Division’s sound, but they didn’t have the same spirit. PJ Harvey has flitted between sounds so often that it’s hard to pin down her influence in purely sonic terms. © 2021 Quartz Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Almost everyone in the Top 20 – from Lethal Bizzle to Tinie Tempah, Katy B and Dizzee Rascal – has been inspired by the man they call Eskiboy. Depeche Mode. Every time you hear a noise that makes you think someone must’ve tunnelled to the very centre of the earth to syphon it into the studio, that’s MBV spooning out your brain. Their songs and … Today, we finish our three-part series with perhaps the most daunting question: Who was the most influential artist in the last 100 years? 17. 3. 18. 45. The study analyzed every artist listed on All Music that has at least one other artist citing them as an influence.. Bob Dylan was second with 669 acknowledgments, followed by … 14. 40. Anne Feeney, the influential folk musician and labor activist whose “Have You Been to Jail for Justice” has served as an anthem for activists worldwide, died of Covid-19 on Wednesday. 19. We continued the process until additional iterations led to few additional artists; while some artists were likely missed in our process, the data are broadly representative. (Genres like hip-hop have already embraced this cross-plane influence, with many musicians citing teenage acts and 80s rappers alike as inspirations.) But how was producer Will Bevan meant to know that when he anonymously released second album ‘Untrue’ in 2007, it would kickstart a revolution of boys with laptops channelling two-step, garage, grime and dubstep into a distinctly British underground sound? Nick Cave. The Velvet Underground is several times more influential than more easily recognizable “top” artists like Nirvana and Bruce Springsteen; Madonna, one of the biggest pop stars of the last few decades, is not high up at all. Since the late 90s, Courtney Love has made the news more often than she’s made music – so it can be easy to overlook the fact that ‘Live Through This’ was one of the key texts of ’90s alt-rock. NMEs 100 Most Influential Artists: 100 – 51. 23. 42. Ever since, Blur have remained relevant to the new breed; Childhood, Superfood and Speedy Ortiz are all dedicated Blur-ites. 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