{"id":2244978,"date":"2026-01-22T03:52:05","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T03:52:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2244978"},"modified":"2026-01-22T03:52:05","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T03:52:05","slug":"meet-the-new-class-of-artists-shaping-the-future-of-spanish-music-spotify","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/meet-the-new-class-of-artists-shaping-the-future-of-spanish-music-spotify\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet the New Class of Artists Shaping the Future of Spanish Music \u2014 Spotify"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spotify\u2019s RADAR program spotlights rising talent from around the world, and in Spain, it\u2019s been making waves since 2020. Five years in, <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/newsroom.spotify.com\/2024-04-05\/radar-spain-returns-6-emerging-artists\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RADAR Spain<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has supported more than 40 up-and-coming artists, including breakout stars like <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/52iwsT98xCoGgiGntTiR7K\"><b>Quevedo<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/2O8vbr4RYPpk6MRA4fio7u\"><b>SAIKO<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/2NeFajzkAQ4UfviWdzf0pK\"><b>Marta Santos<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/1H6X7yhnXZg73f9bssaj1Q\"><b>Judeline<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The results speak for themselves: One year after joining, RADAR Spain artists see their songs\u2019 average global streams grow by nearly 70%, while their average listeners increase by more than 90%. In total, RADAR Spain artists have been added to playlists on Spotify more than 10,700 times, and nearly 300,000 listeners have discovered them for the first time through our <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/playlist\/37i9dQZF1DX2KWq7Xwva8j?si=rds5uTMyRG6legWWELgZtA\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RADAR Spain playlist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, as we celebrate this milestone, we\u2019re thrilled to introduce the next generation of artists poised to redefine Spain\u2019s music scene: <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/7DzqOghrDEW0vlJxZXaeLj?si=kFN31a6vSy2O6Y4k9Tovww\"><b>Julieta<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/1jRwxa8eTgXDOhOlbRFFFy?si=q9GskzzuScW9pkxZ8YZuQA\"><b>Barry B<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/03ibrSvByQ6WCX79oFaORa?si=-0Oi5l3tTiSaaSDQlFm6RA\"><b>Vera GRV<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/5AiFFE0KopBkOzEZeDbSaH?si=maPuzhJFRGaAgCGaYMKr7w\"><b>c\u00e9ro<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/3boSqy30OQ3ES9e3UJb6Up?si=NtaN5GjSS3SH_-gaEG6fNQ\"><b>LUSILLON<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These five emerging talents were unveiled at a special event at Madrid\u2019s Teatro Eslava, complete with live performances that marked RADAR Spain\u2019s first-ever local concert.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As part of the program, all will receive on- and off-platform support, including special editorial placement, exclusive content opportunities, and personalized marketing plans, to help them connect with new fans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWe\u2019re proud to celebrate the fifth anniversary of RADAR Spain and its impact on local talent and the next generation of young artists,\u201d said <\/span><b>Melanie Parejo<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Head of Music for Southern and Eastern Europe at Spotify. \u201cSince launch, we\u2019ve supported emerging talent and helped grow their careers\u2014but our commitment extends far beyond the program. We continue to support them throughout their journeys, strengthening their connection with fans and new audiences. Seeing early RADAR Spain artists now topping the charts is the best proof of success. This initiative also benefits listeners by bringing them closer to artists who may become their future favorites.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to meet this year\u2019s lineup? Here\u2019s the scoop on the RADAR Spain class of 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Julieta<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hailing from Catalonia, <\/span><b>Julieta<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has earned the nickname \u201cthe Catalan dream\u201d for her blend of electronic, pop, and urban sounds. Her lyrics are resonating with a new generation of listeners, making her one of the most promising voices in Spanish pop.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Julieta\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"352\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/artist\/7DzqOghrDEW0vlJxZXaeLj?si=kFN31a6vSy2O6Y4k9Tovww&amp;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><b>Barry B<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From Aranda de Duero, <\/span><b>Barry B<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> blends modern sounds with traditional influences. With more than a decade of experience\u2014including performing in local bands, writing for artists like <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/1WLEfsQjvgtFSGkrHonzFX\"><b>Amaia<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and collaborating with acts like <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/2BVE7Pqd8kxv9xEsuvoJoE\"><b>Carolina Durante<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014this is a seasoned artist ready to break through.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Barry B\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"352\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/artist\/1jRwxa8eTgXDOhOlbRFFFy?si=q9GskzzuScW9pkxZ8YZuQA&amp;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><b>Vera GRV<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Almer\u00eda\u2019s <\/span><b>Vera GRV<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is making a name for herself with her distinctive style and lyrical finesse. Keep an ear out for her unique sound, which is making waves in the Spanish urban music scene.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Vera GRV\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"352\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/artist\/03ibrSvByQ6WCX79oFaORa?si=-0Oi5l3tTiSaaSDQlFm6RA&amp;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><b>c\u00e9ro<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seville\u2019s <\/span><b>c\u00e9ro<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> embodies the eclectic tastes of Gen Z, seamlessly blending acoustic pop, reggaeton, and bachata into a sound that\u2019s all his own.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: c\u00e9ro\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"352\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/artist\/5AiFFE0KopBkOzEZeDbSaH?si=maPuzhJFRGaAgCGaYMKr7w&amp;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><b>LUSILLON<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Madrid-based <\/span><b>LUSILLON<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> stands out with her soft rhythms, catchy choruses, and emotionally charged lyrics. A winner of the Mad Cool Talent contest in 2023, LUSILLON is poised for a major breakthrough.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: LUSILLON\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"352\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/artist\/3boSqy30OQ3ES9e3UJb6Up?si=NtaN5GjSS3SH_-gaEG6fNQ&amp;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hit play on our RADAR Spain playlist to discover more emerging Spanish artists.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: RADAR Espa\u00f1a\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"352\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/playlist\/37i9dQZF1DX2KWq7Xwva8j?si=rds5uTMyRG6legWWELgZtA&amp;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source newsroom.spotify.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spotify\u2019s RADAR program spotlights rising talent from around the world, and in Spain, it\u2019s been making waves since 2020. Five years in, RADAR Spain has supported more than 40 up-and-coming artists, including breakout stars like Quevedo, SAIKO, Marta Santos, and Judeline. 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