Spotify Wrapped has arrived, and millions of fans worldwide are celebrating their most-streamed songs, albums, and artists of 2024. But this annual musical milestone—now a pop-culture tradition since its launch in 2016—isn’t just for listeners. Artists across the globe are using this moment to connect with fans, share milestones, and celebrate their growth.
This year, Spotify’s Wrapped for Artists shined a spotlight on the Biggest Gainers—the top 10 artists with at least 1 million monthly listeners whose audience grew by the highest percentage in 2024. Among the breakout names is Massachusetts’ very own FELIX!, an emerging talent from the Brockton-based collective Van Buren Records.
FELIX! Surges to Over 3.9 Million Monthly Listeners
2024 was a year of discovery, with listeners embracing new artists and sounds from all corners of the world. FELIX! emerged as a standout, skyrocketing to 3,918,732 monthly listeners and earning a spot among Spotify’s Biggest Gainers. Known for his non-conformist, genre-blending sound, FELIX! is quickly becoming an underground icon of experimentation.
His breakout moment came on Brent Faiyaz’s standout track “Upset”—featuring FELIX! and rising star Tommy Richman—which quickly shot to the top of Spotify charts, surpassing even Taylor Swift as the platform’s most-streamed track. This major feature catapulted FELIX! to a global audience, introducing millions of listeners to his dynamic artistry.
The Sound and Vision of FELIX!
FELIX! isn’t just a rising musician—he’s a creative force whose artistry reflects his background in design, fashion, and photography. His music, often described as a culmination of these influences, stands out for its sharp experimental edge. Explosive singles like “Paris Fashion Week,” “Playboy,” and “America Has A Problem” showcase his versatility and bold creative direction, positioning him as a rising leader in the hip-hop scene.
Van Buren Records, the Massachusetts-based collective behind FELIX!, has long been recognized for its boundary-pushing sound. FELIX!’s success marks a significant win not only for the group but for Massachusetts and New England hip-hop as a whole.
Follow FELIX! and Van Buren Records on Spotify to stay updated on what’s next for one of 2024’s most promising artists.
