BigBanonos Best Songs of 2024 So Far
The artists who have contributed to the Great BigBanonos Songbook
BigBanonos celebrates an eclectic mix of genres, drawing from a vast array of artists, bands, rappers, and dancehall legends, each adding unique sounds to its "Great American Songbook." This year's collection features unforgettable tracks, from Chicago rap to indie soul, exemplifying the vibrant diversity in today’s music landscape.
December 2024
SZA ///// BANKS ///// SAINt JHN ///// Amen Dunes ///// Frog ///// LUCY ///// Smino
November 2024
Hitkidd ///// Ab-Soul ///// horsegiirL ///// Daffo ///// Lean Low ///// Montell Fish
October 2024
Tyler, The Creator ///// Jean Dawson ///// FKA twigs ///// Japandroids ///// Ottilie Wallace ///// Panda Bear ///// 070 Shake ///// Chronic Law ///// Charli XCX ///// Dej Loaf ///// Leon Bridges ///// G4 Boyz
September 2024
DRAM ///// DaBaby ///// Conor Oberst / Bright Eyes ///// Wet ///// Maxo Kream ///// Jems ///// TiaCorine ///// FGS ///// Eminem ///// Porches ///// Kal Banx ///// Soccer Mommy ///// Lola Brooke ///// The Innocence Mission
August 2024
Doechii ///// Kehlani ///// Silk Boss ///// Cash Kidd ///// Tinashe ///// Baby Youngin ///// Adrianne Lenker ///// 4 Songs ///// Killer Mike ///// Kid Cudi ///// Khalid ///// YG ///// Magdalena Bay ///// Saint Jhn ///// A$AP Rocky ///// Master Peace
July 2024
Caribou ///// MJ Lenderman ///// Cassandra Jenkins ///// Doris
June 2024
Cezaire ///// Denzel Curry ///// Jay Worthy ///// Malice K
May 2024
Tink ///// Nourished By Time ///// Shenseea ///// Vince Staples ///// Zacari ///// Youth Lagoon ///// Javo Donn ///// Ireland Boss ///// Saweetie ///// Luna Li ///// Childish Gambino ///// Dehd ///// Mavado ///// Remi Wolf ///// Adi Oasis ///// Deem Spencer ///// Kendrick Lamar ///// Kacy Hill ///// Dominic Fike ///// Jessica Pratt ///// Pretty Sick
April 2024
Hovvdy ///// Sabrina Carpenter ///// Phosphorescent ///// Burna Boy
March 2024
Beyoncé ///// Gerry Read ///// Cruza ///// Waxahatchee ///// Shakira ///// Vegyn ///// Cardi B ///// NotNice ///// Sexyy Red ///// Bleachers ///// Bruiser Wolf ///// Zsela ///// Faye Webster ///// Sheer Mag
February 2024
Clothing ///// Audrey Nuna ///// MGMT ///// Erika de Casier ///// Khruangbin ///// Dreamcastmoe ///// Matt Champion ///// DJ Sabrina the Teenage DJ ///// Chenayder ///// Mk.gee ///// Kacey Musgraves ///// Amen Dunes ///// Lil Yachty
January 2024
21 Lil Harold ///// Bullion ///// Kali Uchis ///// Cam'ron ///// Teezo Touchdown ///// Winter ///// 21 Savage ///// Tatyana
Hip Hop and R&B
In the Hip Hop and R&B genres, we find Kanye West, Ty Dolla $ign, and ¥$ collaborating on tracks like “BACK TO ME” and “TIME MOVING SLOW,” blending Chicago rap with trap and pop rap elements. Kendrick Lamar stands out with conscious hip-hop tracks such as “euphoria” and “Not Like Us,” while Doechii showcases alternative R&B with popular tracks like “BEVERLY HILLS” and “NISSAN ALTIMA.” From Detroit, Dej Loaf joins forces with 2 Chainz for “Faded (Keep Up),” adding a layer of trap queen vibes that mesh perfectly with Southern hip-hop sounds.
Indie Rock and Alternative
In the indie and alternative realm, Caribou merges electronica and art pop with tracks like “Broke My Heart.” Meanwhile, Sheer Mag brings indie punk vibes to songs like “All Lined Up” and “Golden Hour.” MGMT collaborates with Christine and the Queens in “Dancing In Babylon,” a fusion of electro-pop and rock that defines the genre-fluid approach of BigBanonos’ curated selection. Other notable mentions include the atmospheric folk sounds of Adrianne Lenker with “Sadness As A Gift” and Amen Dunes’ modern folk track “Purple Land.”
Pop
The Pop genre shines with Beyoncé's genre-spanning tracks like “II MOST WANTED” with Miley Cyrus, a perfect blend of R&B and pop. Charli XCX also brings her unique candy pop and art pop blend in tracks like “Everything is Romantic,” featuring Caroline Polachek. Rising star Ama Lou brings alternative R&B with tracks like “Trust Nobody,” displaying the ever-evolving sound of pop.
Dancehall and World Music
BigBanonos' collection also highlights world genres, with standout dancehall tracks like Chronic Law’s “Weekend (Bup Bup)” and “Notice” by NotNice. Dancehall queen Shenseea adds to the mix with “Flava,” featuring Coi Leray, while Chlöe collaborates with Jeremih on “Shake,” blending R&B with modern pop influences. This expansion into world and traditional sounds underscores BigBanonos' dedication to a globally inclusive music landscape.
Each month, BigBanonos expands its repertoire with fresh artists and sounds, showcasing a curated selection that spans across Hip Hop, R&B, Pop, Dancehall, Indie Rock, and beyond, creating an inclusive and genre-defining musical experience.