Australian tech-house producer Paul Fisher, a former professional surfer, gained global attention with his 2018 Grammy-nominated, platinum-certified hit Losing It. Known for upbeat club tracks like You Little Beauty and Atmosphere, he has also released popular remixes and collaborated with artists like Flowdan.
Norwegian musician Kygo, born Kyrre Gørvell-Dahll, became a global superstar and Spotify's Breakout Artist of 2015. Known for hits like Firestone, Stole the Show, and the Selena Gomez collaboration It Ain't Me, he became the fastest artist to reach one billion streams on Spotify. He released albums including Cloud Nine and Golden Hour, and performed at the Rio Olympics.
Norwegian pop artist TIX, born Andreas Haukeland, adopted his stage name from middle school tics related to Tourette Syndrome. Wearing sunglasses and fake fur as armour, he became Norway's biggest streaming pop star, known for hits like Fallen Angel and championing mental health.
Platinacertified Bergen rapper Kamelen is known for hits like Creme De La Creme and BAP, topping charts in Denmark, and winning a Spellemann award. He has performed at P3 Gull, VG-lista, and Gullruten, and released the documentary film Si Ingenting.
Rapper Bausa from Bietigheim-Bissingen shook the German hip-hop scene with his 2017 debut album Dreifarbenhaus. He made history in 2018 when his smash single Was du Liebe nennst became the first German rap track to earn a diamond award.
Chase & Status, the London-formed drum and bass duo, are celebrated for their electronic, hip-hop, and jungle fusion. Known for electrifying live shows and genre-defining productions, they have crafted popular tracks like "Baddadan," "Backbone," and "Blind Faith." Their discography includes albums such as "2 Ruff, Vol. 1." They earned a Brit Award for Producer of the Year and a UK number one with "Backbone" featuring Stormzy, collaborating with artists including Rihanna and Plan B.
Ka2, a Bergen duo of Sondre Alvestad and Didrik Thulin, emerged in 2018, creating music for friends. Known for frequent releases, they debuted with "Evig Eventyr."
Norwegian pop artist Moyka, from Hallingdal Valley, crafts mystical synth-driven music inspired by Röyksopp and Robyn. Lauded by PopJustice, she’s played Øyafestivalen and supported Sigrid. Nominated for the Anchor Award, she’s Amazon’s One To Watch 2022.
Stormzy, a London-based MC of Ghanaian heritage, blends grime, gospel, and R&B. Known for hits like "Vossi Bop," he headlined Glastonbury and won multiple Brit Awards. His debut, "Gang Signs & Prayer," and follow-up, "Heavy Is the Head," both topped UK charts. Stormzy has collaborated with Ed Sheeran, Kehlani, and Burna Boy.
Ari Bajgora, born August 28, 2004, is a Norwegian rapper from the Grünerløkka district of Oslo with Kosovo-Albanian heritage. He first gained attention as an 11-year-old street musician and later opened for international acts like 6ix9ine as a teenager. Bajgora broke through nationally with his 2024 EP Situasjon Mixtape, winning Newcomer of the Year at both the Spellemannprisen and P3 Gull awards. In 2025, he released his chart-topping debut studio album, Valget å gå, og vi gikk, which featured the record-breaking number-one single "Falle og slå seg," earning him Artist of the Year honors at P3 Gull and Song of the Year at the Spellemannprisen.
