Most searched artists of the year 2024

It's that time of the year when we take stock and have a look at who has been the most searched for artists at Skiddle over the course of the year. These are the in-demand names who made 2024 their own, touring across the UK and the world spreading musical joy. Here are 20 of your favourite artists, from some of the hottest upcoming names to legends from across house, techno, drum and bass, garage and more. 

 

20. Sikoti

The hard techno DJ hailing from Glasgow is the first name on this year's list. Bringing unforgettable raves to Scotland and beyond, he emerged in 2021 and hasn't looked back since. His entry here is a sign of an artist whose reputation is snowballing. 

 

Find tickets for Sikoti - here

 

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19. Fantasm

Fantasm is currently rising through the techno scene, mostly on the side of industrial techno. Born in Los Angeles, Kenzo Meservey has quickly gained fans through his high-energy live sets, which have taken him across the world already. 

 

Find tickets for Fantasm - here

 

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18. Sara Landry

We have more techno goodness coming your way in the shape of Sara Landry, the American DJ who dubs herself as the "high priestess of hard techno". A busy year of touring has also seen her release her debut album Spiritual Driveby and is currently touring her new, hugely anticipated live show titled 'Eternalism'. 

 

Find tickets for Sara Landry - here

 

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17. Shy FX 

A drum and bass icon, Shy FX isn't going to slow down any time soon. The drum and bass producer has also been known to embrace reggae and dub too as he looks to keep things fresh at this stage of his career. It's a guaranteed good time when Shy FX is in town. 

 

Find tickets for Shy FX - here

 

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16. Ewan McVicar

A name who has had a huge impact on dance music in the last few years, Ewan McVicar has launched his own festival in his native Ayr and has been spreading positive vibes wherever he's found himself. Take a look at his productions which will surely put a smile on your face. 

 

Find tickets for Ewan McVicar - here

 

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15. Hedex

Hedex has been absolutely bossing it when it comes to his live shows. 2024 has been another great year for the drum and bass DJ, performing to thousands of ravers and bringing his typically energetic style with him. 

 

Find tickets for Hedex - here 

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14. East End Dubs

East End Dubs is one of the most experienced names on this list and the minimal house DJ has been a shining example of the genre. Sometimes bringing in garage and techno to his sound, he has adapted whilst staying true to his signature sound. 

 

Find tickets for East End Dubs - here

 

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13. Mozey

Drum and Bass DJ Mozey has had a great 2024 and he's on this list because of his huge UK tour. Called 'High Energy', it saw Mozey invite people to enjoy a glitter-laden rave complete with cowboy hats and lots of new music to share. 

 

Find tickets for Mozey - here

 

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12. Ben Hemsley

It has been a slightly quieter year for Ben Hemsley after what was a breakout 2023. That doesn't mean he hasn't been up to anything though as the Geordie DJ has still been entertaining crowds over in Ibiza and released new tunes too. 

 

Find tickets for Ben Hemsley - here

 

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11. Chase and Status

Drum and Bass duo Chase and Status are festival headliners, huge names across the globe whose music has resonated with millions. Their single with Stormzy, 'Backbone' went to the top spot of the UK charts this year and their momentum continues into 2025 with huge arena shows and festival headline slots. 

 

Find tickets for Chase and Status - here

 

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10. Sonny Fodera

You'd be hard pressed to find many better singles this year than 'Somedays', the Sonny Fodera tune which saw him linking up with Jazzy and D.O.D. Fodera has had huge sell-out shows in Manchester, Dublin and more this year, he has been hugely in demand. 

 

Find tickets for Sonny Fodera - here

 

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9. Hybrid Minds

The liquid drum and bass pioneers are always a staple of the touring scene, The pair never really seem to slow down, constantly augmenting their live shows to more epic proportions and gaining new fans all the time. 

 

Find tickets for Hybrid Minds - here

 

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8. Josh Baker

Josh Baker's fine year has been capped off with the 'Breakthrough Producer of the Year' award by DJ Mag. He is a name that is hotly tipped in electronic music as he aims to scale even greater heights in the year's to come. 

 

Find tickets for Josh Baker - here

 

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7. Sosa

House DJ Sosa is past the rising star tag and is now a name firmly associated with brilliant, hypnotic house music. The Liverpool DJ remains booked and busy and is one of the most sought after names on Skiddle. 

 

Find tickets for Sosa - here

 

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6. Chris Stussy

Dutchman Chris Stussy is a jack of all trades. A producer, DJ and label owner, he continues to appear on the biggest lineups around. He's a prolific creator too, with new singles and mixes being released all the time, the latest of which being his Won't Stop EP. 

 

Find tickets for Chris Stussy - here

 

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5. Sammy Virji 

One of the widest smiles in dance music, Sammy Virji has the talent to light up any room when he takes to the decks. One of the biggest names in UK dance music, he has gone from bassline beginnings to being one of garage's most recognisable names. 

 

Find tickets for Sammy Virji - here

 

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4. Hannah Laing

Hannah Laing has fallen ever so slightly from her number two placement on last year's list. But, The Doof rolls on as Laing has brought her live show pretty much everywhere you could think of. And, there's no sign of slowing down as Laing puts on her own festival Doof In The Park to Dundee in 2025. 

 

Find tickets for Hannah Laing - here

 

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3. Azyr

Always high up on Skiddle's most searched artists, it's a podium position for Azyr this time around. Known for his hard-hitting techno style, he has played venues such as District in Cardiff and NX in Newcastle this year. It feels like there's still bigger heights for him over the next year. 

 

Find tickets for azyr - here

 

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2. blk.

blk. has been getting higher and higher in this ranking and he is another name at the forefront of the hard techno scene. There aren't many doing it like blk. at the moment and 2024 cemented his place as one of the finest DJs around at the moment.  

 

Find tickets for blk. - here

 

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1. Pawsa

Pawsa jumps all the way up to top spot this year, the house/techno legend is on a roll at the moment and has been hugely in demand on Skiddle. If you didn't manage to catch him this year then don't miss the chance to attend Pawsa In The Park at London's Gunnersbury Park next summer. It's going to be a big one.

 

Find tickets for Pawsa - here

 

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If you want to catch these names at club nights and raves near you, head to our UK Rave Guide Inspire Me page.

 

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Check out our What's On Guide to discover even more rowdy raves and sweaty gigs taking place over the coming weeks and months. For festivals, lifestyle events and more, head on over to our Things To Do page or be inspired by the event selections on our Inspire Me page.