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Spotify always keeps us on our toes with their listening data. The streaming platform just released who are the top artists streamed in each state in America. The answers aren’t what you would expect.
Yeah, there are some big names on this list like Taylor Swift, Portugal, The Man and Dave Mathews Bands, but it’s mostly low-key artists who have yet to break through the charts yet.
Check below to see which artist your state is streaming the most.
Alabama – Cannabis Club ATL
https://www.instagram.com/p/BYqf56njy3S/?taken-by=cannabisclubatl
Cannabis Club ATL is a musical group from Georgia. Despite not being from Alabama they’re the most streamed artist in the state according to Spotify.
Alaska – Portugal, The Man
https://www.instagram.com/p/BoQRNO_niZu/?taken-by=portugaltheman
It’s not shocking Portugal, The Man is the most streamed in Alaska because they’re from the state.
Arizona – $uicideBoy$
https://www.instagram.com/p/BLkhk3Tjd_6/?taken-by=suicideboys6
$uicideBoy$ is an American hip hop duo from New Orleans. Their first album dropped in September 2018 and apparently, they have big fans in Arizona.
Arkansas – Craig Colorusso
https://www.instagram.com/p/BfyGC4XDuy1/?taken-by=craigcolorusso
Craig Colorusso isn’t your typical musicians. He’s an artist who explores sound through sculptures.
California – Shoreline Mafia
https://www.instagram.com/p/BoR5v-6BK5X/?taken-by=shorelinemafia
Shoreline Mafia is a rap group from Los Angeles that has been dubbed the group bringing rap back to Los Angeles. They recently signed to Atlantic Records.
Colorado – Tech N9ne
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bouk5vSA10N/?taken-by=therealtechn9ne
Who knew Colorado residents were big Tech N9ne fans? The rapper has been around since the 90s and has many hits.
Connecticut – Dave Matthews Band
https://www.instagram.com/p/BoyoBVUgS-8/?taken-by=davematthewsband
Dave Mathews Band is a rock jam band that’s been around since the 90s. They have a cult following and apparently, lots of them live in Connecticut.
Delaware – KJ the Stone
https://www.instagram.com/p/BoFSV4AjRWp/?taken-by=kjthestone
KJ the Stone is a newer rap artist who makes his own beats.
Florida – Anuel Aa
https://www.instagram.com/p/BodGgI-jTjc/?taken-by=anuel2blea_0ficial
Anuel AA is a Puerto Rican rapper who is one of the first Latin trap artists.
Georgia – Gunna
https://www.instagram.com/p/BoZNqOPB1vU/?taken-by=gunna
Gunna is a rapper who is from Georgia. He’s friends with Young Thug and his mixtape Drip Season 3 charted at number 55 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Hawaii – Maoli
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bos48XWDxOD/?taken-by=maolimusic
Maoli is a Hawaiian reggae band that has been around for over 10 years.
Idaho – Hugh Jackman
https://www.instagram.com/p/BothaK6HRtT/?taken-by=thehughjackman
Yup that’s right, people from Idaho love Hugh Jackman. They love streaming his The Greatest Showman and Broadway tracks.
Illinois – G Herbo
https://www.instagram.com/p/BolfIR3lRx8/?taken-by=nolimitherbo
G Herbo is a Chicagoan rapper who clearly has a great fan base in his home state.
Indiana – Panic! At The Disco
https://www.instagram.com/p/BnI3HDLBPCo/?taken-by=panicatthedisco
Panic! At The Disco is a pop-punk band that has withstood the test of time. They gained fame in the early 00s and have returned to the charts.
Iowa – Kane Brown
https://www.instagram.com/p/BnUWrrnA58s/?taken-by=kanebrown_music
Kane Brown is an up and coming country singer who has been nominated for a CMT Music Awards.
Kansas – George Strait
https://www.instagram.com/p/BbPVTL0Dz46/?taken-by=georgestrait
George Strait has been around for a while, but his fanbase in Kansas is still going strong.
Kentucky – Upchurch
https://www.instagram.com/p/BoQD1AfBz1M/?taken-by=ryanupchurch
Upchurch is described as a country rap artist and his fan base in Kentucky loves him.
Louisiana – Dave $tokes
Dave $tokes is an up and coming rapper that has a burgeoning fan base in Louisiana.
Maine – Nickelback
https://www.instagram.com/p/BkU5yO_FdcS/?taken-by=nickelback
Nickelback may be the butt of many jokes, but their fans are no joke in Maine.
Maryland – Shy Glizzy
https://www.instagram.com/p/BosnXwYB93O/?hl=en&taken-by=jefe
Sky Glizzy is a rapper from Washington D.C. but the surrounding state Maryland are big fans of his.
Massachusetts – Taylor Swift
https://www.instagram.com/p/BovLs1FnU4_/?hl=en&taken-by=taylorswift
Swiftie’s control the streaming in Massachusetts.
Michigan – Tee Grizzley
https://www.instagram.com/p/Boiaa1PBMdF/?hl=en&taken-by=tee_grizzley
Tee Grizzley is a rapper from Detroit, Michigan. Hig first album peaked at number 10 on the Billboard 200.
Minnesota – Thomas Rhett
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bou7HWFDdCW/?hl=en&taken-by=thomasrhettakins
Thomas Rhett is an American country singer who is wildly popular but apparently is the most streamed in Minnesota.
Mississippi – Boosie Badazz
https://www.instagram.com/p/BonGK6IBJ1i/?hl=en&taken-by=officialboosieig
Boosie Badazz is a rapper who was formerly known as Lil Boosie.
Missouri – Steven Cooper
Loving this new shot. pic.twitter.com/opKLvbCyYb
— Steven Cooper (@iamstevencooper) April 24, 2017
Steven Cooper is a rapper from Missouri who has worked with Akon and Tech N9ne. He’s also an actor who has appeared on Orange Is The New Black.
Montana – Rainbow Kitten Surprise
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bntz3kOFErW/?taken-by=rksbandofficial
Rainbow Kitten Surprise is a popular indie band that’s been around since 2013.
Nebraska – Eric Church
https://www.instagram.com/p/BnUkQIAH01m/?taken-by=ericchurchmusic
Eric Church is a big-time country music who has a strong fan base in Nebraska.
Nevada – Milad E
Milad E is a producer and remixer from Iran who is popular in Nevada.
New Hampshire – Emily Asen
Emily Asen is a singer-songwriter who fuses classical and pop music.
New Jersey – PnB Rock
https://www.instagram.com/p/BomdCW3H7WN/?taken-by=pnbrock
PnB Rock is a hip hop artist from Philadelphia who has found a fanbase in the nearby state New Jersey.
New Mexico – N99
N99 is a techno EDM artist who has big fans in New Mexico.
New York – A Boogie Wit da Hoodie
https://www.instagram.com/p/Box0ZAaBgha/?taken-by=artisthbtl
A Boogie Wit da Hoodie is a rapper from the Bronx and his home state streams him the most.
North Carolina – Young Dolph
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Young Dolph is a popular American rapper. He’s not from North Carolina, but he did get shot at while in Charlotte. It’s believed that the shooting is stemmed from his rivalry with another rapper Yo Gotti.
North Dakota – Shinedown
https://www.instagram.com/p/BohPXRlnEqG/?taken-by=shinedown
Shinedown is a rock band from the early 00s that still have big fans in North Dakota.
Ohio – Machine Gun Kelly
https://www.instagram.com/p/BoAUX2dFCTX/?taken-by=machinegunkelly
Machine Gun Kelly is a rapper from Cleveland. He’s recently made headlines for his beef with Eminem.
Oklahoma – New Age
New Age is a popular band who focus on classical and calming music.
Oregon – Jack Johnson
https://www.instagram.com/p/BoVs4B7nYxb/?taken-by=jackjohnson
Oregan loves Jack Johnson and banana pancakes.
Pennsylvania – Meek Mill
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bokp2FPnxNe/?taken-by=meekmill
Meek Mill is a rapper from Philadelphia who recently just got out of prison.
Rhode Island – Lingo
Lingo is a hip-hop artist and emcee who has big fans in Rhode Island.
South Carolina – Mike Smith
Mike Smith is from England but found fans in South Carolina for his rock country sound.
South Dakota – Hollywood Undead
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bm1BEZSFjzB/?taken-by=hollywoodundead
Hollywood Undead is a popular nu-metal band from California, but they’re the most streamed in South Dakota.
Tennessee – Moneybagg Yo
https://www.instagram.com/p/BojSeBkB893/?taken-by=moneybaggyo
Moneybagg Yo is a rapper part of Yo Gotti’s label. He’s from Memphis and apparently has lots of fans back home.
Texas – Craig Johnson
Utah – Paul Cardall
Paul Cardall is a classical and Christian pianist who has big fans in Utah.
Vermont – Lake Street Dive
https://www.instagram.com/p/BokCqWfjo8T/?taken-by=lakestreetdive
Lake Street Band is a indie pop rock band who is uber popular in Vermont.
Virginia – Jane Zhang
https://www.instagram.com/p/BdAWvUxFHnf/?taken-by=janezhang
Jane Zhang is a Chinese singer-songwriter who has made waves in Virginia.
Washington – ODESZA
https://www.instagram.com/p/Boz2JZoFuox/?taken-by=odesza
ODESZA is an electropop band from Washington and even though they’re big now, they’re home state still loves them.
West Virginia – Theory of a Deadman
Theory of a Deadman is a Candian rock band who have big fans in West Virginia.
Wisconsin – Quron of Payne
Quron of Payne is a rapper who hails from Milwaukee. He’s the most streamed artist in his home state.
Wyoming – Five Finger Death Punch
https://www.instagram.com/p/Boe9IGUnhiV/?taken-by=5fdp
Five Finger Death Punch is a heavy metal band that formed in 2005 and has a cult following.
