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The United States holds a huge position in the entertainment industry. But a lot of time it is seen that many artists don’t get any recognition in the States and do very well globally. Most people think that the States is the epitome of music and entertainment. However, in reality, it doesn’t seem so. There are a huge number of artists who have earned massive exposure all around the world except The United States. So, let’s find out the top 12 artists who didn’t become famous in the United States but left a mark in other parts of the world-
1. X Japan:
X Japan is a band that was formed in 1982 by Toshi and Yoshiki. They are a band who have showcased theirtalent by making heavy metal music. They delivered some phenomenal works before separating their ways in 1997. In 1989 they came up with an LP named ‘Blue Moon’. It influenced the listeners all around the world but somehow didn’t make it to the US. Even after reuniting in 2007, they didn’t receive much recognition in the United States. Recently, it is coming to know that the band will perform at the Madison Square Garden in October. Hopefully, now the people of the United States will be able to recognize this brilliant band.
2. Caetano Veloso:
Caetano Veloso is another artist who couldn’t grab the attention of people from the United States. He is the artist who assisted in building Brazilian folk music, Tropicália, and influenced it into pop music. At that time of the movement, he actively participated with Tom Ze and Gilberto Gil. This artist has been working since the early Seventies. He achieved much fame in South America, but couldn’t do the same with the United States. This artist has also given a spectacular performance on the stage of the 75th Academy Awards. At the Academy Awards, his song ‘Burn It Blue’ was nominated but couldn’t win the awards. Though Veloso has two Grammys for his creations, which is also one of his biggest achievements.
3. Tokio Hotel:
Tokio Hotel is a musical band that surprisingly couldn’t do well in the States. Nearly seven years ago they won the MTV Video Music Award and are considered as the Best New Artist. Later that, they also came up with their musical creation in the English language named ‘Scream’. It was one of their most anticipated work, which also got the position at 39 in the Billboard 200. This band was at its peak and then suddenly faded away from the race. They are a musical band that has done phenomenal works in other parts of the world. This band has gotten huge recognition in Latin America, Europe, and Asia. However, still, now they could make a deep impact on the listeners of the United States.
4. Paul Williams:
Paul Williams is an artist who has collaborated with Daft Punk for ‘Random Access Memory’. He did the collaboration particularly to draw the attention of the American listeners. This initiative of his didn’t work that much. He is an excellent artist who has given exemplary soundtracks in the Seventies. He has penned down some of the greatest soundtracks in his career. Once he almost vanished from the crowd, which is why a documentary has been made and published named ‘Paul Williams Still Alive’ just to let people know that he isn’t dead. He is one of the greatest artists of all time who has succeeded in attracting Americans.
5. The Tragically Hip:
Canada has always had one of the finest musicians and The Tragically Hip is definitely one of them. This rock band has given a total of 12 albums and has been at the top of the Canadian Album Chart. But they have only managed to get featured in the Billboard 200 at the 129 position. This band has given a wide of songs but couldn’t attract American listeners. They have accumulated a massive number of listeners from all around the world though. In 1995 they performed at the Saturday Night Live and that’s it. Apart from that, this band could do anything more in America. The Tragically Hip has won many awards in its career and got a total of 12 Juno Awards, which is truly massive.
6. Sole Mio:
America might hype Lorde, but she couldn’t become the top-selling singer in her country New Zealand. Sole Mio, the prolific trio is constantly creating a buzz in the New Zealand music industry. They have given various chart-topping albums and soundscapes. This operatic trio has given a large number of songs and spread a sensation among all music enthusiasts. Their excellent pieces of music have always done well in NZ and other parts of the world. But this trio remained unrecognized by the listeners of the United States. There might be a time when the US audiences will understand their work and give them enough attention.
7. 5 Seconds of Summer:
5 Seconds of Summer is making a great impact on global audiences by offering outstanding pieces of music. When it comes to boy bands like this, in the US there is only One Direction. Apart from that, the United States couldn’t accept any other boy band. But 5 Seconds of Summeris doing an excellent job and offering the best music to its listeners. This band has gotten a huge success in places like Europe and South America. They are even gaining much more recognition in other parts of the world. Their songs ‘Don’t Stop’ and ‘She Looks So Perfect’ have recently got into the Billboard 100 chart. Thus, it might be high time that the listeners of America will be able to recognize their talent.
8. Rodriguez:
Rodriguez is an American artist who gained recognition among his own people. He is a musician who has achieved much success among the audiences of America. At the beginning of his career, he didn’t have the attention of the American audiences but the artist never knew that on the other side of the Atlantic, his works would be appreciated this way. This artist has showcased his talent with each new release and attracted all the music enthusiasts. He is one of the artists who couldn’t establish themselves among American audiences. But now after the release of his film, Rodriguez is slowly getting the opportunity to become successful in America.
9. Rain:
Seoul’s prolific artist widely known as Rain still hasn’t achieved much success among the Americans. It is quite surprising that PSY, who is also a South Korean singer has done an impressive job among American listeners. Rain is still unknown to the listeners of the United States. He is one of the brilliant artists who has given a wide range of songs in his career. Some of his brilliant works are ‘Ninja Assassin’ and ‘Speed Racer’ have garnered many listeners from all around the world. Still, now it is coming to see that Rain hasn’t got the chance to influence American listeners. Apart from singing, he has also showcased his talent in acting. He is a professional actor who is trying out every possibility to show his talent to all. Thus, it can be expected that this immensely talented artist will be able to attract the American people too in the future.
10. Cliff Richard:
Cliff Richard has been in the industry for nearly fifty years, yet failed to influence American listeners. He is one of the most famous artistsin the United Kingdom who significantly delivered some of the best soundtracks and contributed to the world of music. He has been a solid rival for many famous artists and still managed to secure his position. This artist has shown his talent among all and won the British music award. His creation ‘Devil Woman’ was released in 1976 and came at No.6 on the Billboard Hot 100. But since then, he didn’t get any kind of recognition in the United States even though he has accumulated much appreciation from global listeners. Singing phenomenal songs in the same language didn’t help him to expand his work to the US.
11. Soda Stereo:
Soda Stereo is the Argentinean band that has given one of the biggest hits. And even after that, the band couldn’t get a breakthrough in the United States in the Eighties. Their catchy flow of music, helped them to attract the listeners of South America. They did concerts packed with audiences in Chile, Ecuador, and many more. However, they could do much in the United States. This band has also received the recognition of one of the Best Latin Rock Albums from Rolling Stone in the year 2012. Their soundtracks are cherished all around the world but unfortunately not in the States.
12. MandoDiao:
Americans have never really shown their interest in the music of Sweden artists and that is why they have missed out on MandoDiao. They might have only listened to Swedish House Mafia, Robyn, Ace of Base, and ABBA. Apart from these bands and artists, there are many other phenomenal creators in Sweden who are offering outstanding soundtracks to the listeners. And MandoDiao is definitely one of them. This band has given many songs that have gained much recognition. They tried to put their foot in America but as they couldn’t do that, they refocused on their country and became globally famous. Their album has been also considered the best-selling album in Sweden and from this, it can be understood how great their work is.
These are 12 singers and bands that the United States has missed. They didn’t get attention in America and that doesn’t mean they are good musicians. The American listeners couldn’t recognize their work till now but they might do so and appreciate their work in the future.
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