Shazam’s Fast Forward 2025 highlights ten rising artists from five countries—USA, Canada, Ireland, France, and Taiwan—across five sub-genres within the Rock and Country music space, including Country, Traditional Country, Alternative, Indie Rock, and Rock. These artists have captured listeners’ attention with their unique sounds, chart success, and viral moments.
Cameron Whitcomb (Canada, Country)
Canadian country singer Cameron Whitcomb first gained traction on Shazam in December 2023 in Canada and Sweden. His hit song Quitter became his most recognized track, with the U.S. leading in Shazam activity. In November 2024, he made his debut on the Canadian charts with Quitter, and the release of his Quitter – EP drove a surge in Shazam tags, peaking a month later.
Noeline Hofmann (Canada, Country)
Noeline Hofmann first appeared on Shazam’s radar in June 2024 in Canada and the U.S., gaining attention with her track Purple Gas, a collaboration with Zach Bryan. The song reached No. 3 on the Shazam Norway chart and peaked at No. 12 in Canada and No. 23 in the U.S. on Apple Music’s Global Daily Top 100. With Purple Gas making waves globally, Hofmann embarked on a tour in late 2024, with more shows set for 2025.
Lucky Love (France, Alternative)
French alternative artist Lucky Love made their Shazam debut in March 2023 in Switzerland. Their breakout hit, MASCULINITY (MJF Spotlight Session), entered the worldwide chart in August 2023, peaking at No. 124. In 2024, the studio version climbed to No. 7 in their home country. Social media virality contributed to a record-breaking spike in Shazam activity for Lucky Love in August 2024.
Moody Joody (USA, Alternative)
Moody Joody, an alternative band from the U.S., first gained recognition on Shazam in May 2021 in Japan. Their most popular song, Velvet Connection, contributed to a significant rise in Shazam searches following the release of their Dream Girl – EP in November 2024. The band experienced a fivefold increase in Apple Music streams in 2024 compared to the previous year.
Adrien Nunez (USA, Country)
American country artist Adrien Nunez made waves on Shazam in August 2024 in South Africa. His debut single, LOW ROAD, saw a massive spike in daily Shazam tags upon release, signaling a promising future for the up-and-coming singer.
Gurriers (Ireland, Indie-Rock)
Irish indie-rock band Gurriers first emerged on Shazam in February 2023 in their home country. Their debut album, Come and See, drove a surge in Shazam activity, with lead single Top Of The Bill becoming their most searched track. After beginning their tour in late 2024, the band has more shows lined up for 2025.
INOHA (USA, Alternative)
The American alternative band INOHA first made waves on Shazam in March 2023 in Indonesia. Their debut album, ALOHA INOHA, generated a steady rise in Shazam activity, with their track Seventh Heaven becoming their top-searched song.
FUMON (Taiwan, Rock)
Taiwanese rock band FUMON first appeared on Shazam in March 2022 in their home country. Their debut album, When You Suffer, You Are Blessed, fueled their popularity, with their hit song I’m Willing driving most of their Shazam activity, especially in Taiwan and Mainland China.
Junior Varsity (USA, Alternative)
Junior Varsity, a U.S.-based alternative band, gained momentum on Shazam in October 2024 in the UK. The release of their song Cross The Street in September led to a surge in Shazam searches, making it their most popular track to date.
Zach Top (USA, Country)
American country artist Zach Top first gained attention on Shazam in February 2024 in Sweden. His hit I Never Lie debuted on the Shazam charts in the U.S. and Canada in October and November, spending six weeks and three weeks on the charts, respectively. The song is a standout from his April 2024 album, Cold Beer & Country Music, with its lead single Sounds Like the Radio becoming his top track on Shazam. He embarked on a tour in late 2024, with more shows scheduled for the upcoming year.
As these rising stars continue to make waves in the music industry, Shazam Fast Forward 2025 provides a glimpse into the future of Rock and Country music, highlighting artists set to leave a lasting impact on the global stage.
