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M.O

M.O, formed in 2012, is an English girl group that started independently and signed with Polydor Records in 2016. In 2014, they released their debut single "For a Minute," written by Jess Glynne, entering the UK Indie Charts at 6. They joined Little Mix on the Salute Tour and received a MOBO Award nomination in 2014.

M83

M83, formed in 1999 in Antibes, France, began as a duo with Nicolas Fromageau and Anthony Gonzalez. After Fromageau's departure, Gonzalez became the sole constant member. The band, signed to Mute Records, gained prominence in 2011 with the single "Midnight City." Known for their dream pop, new wave, shoegaze, and ambient sound, M83 has released multiple studio albums, including the Grammy Award-nominated "Hurry Up, We're Dreaming."

MC Hammer

Stanley Kirk Burrell, born March 30, 1962, known as MC Hammer, is an American rapper famed for hits like "U Can't Touch This" and "2 Legit 2 Quit." Renowned for flashy dance moves and Hammer pants, he's a pop rap pioneer, the first to achieve diamond status with "Please Hammer Don't Hurt 'Em." Despite early success, he faced criticism, ventured into gangsta rap, and encountered financial challenges by the mid-1990s.

MGMT

MGMT, formed in 2002 in Middletown, Connecticut, is an American neo-psychedelic rock band founded by Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser. Originally signed to Cantora Records, they later joined Columbia and RED Ink. Their debut album, "Oracular Spectacular," was released in 2007, followed by "Congratulations" in 2010 and the eponymous third album in 2013. "Little Dark Age" came in 2018, marking the end of their Columbia contract. In 2019, they started producing music independently.

MIMS

Shawn Maurice Mims, known as Mims, is an American rapper born on March 22, 1981. His breakout hit "This Is Why I'm Hot" topped the US Billboard Hot 100 in 2006. Raised in New York City, Mims released his debut album, "Music Is My Savior," in 2007, reflecting his dedication to music despite personal challenges.

MK

Born on August 3, 1972, Marc Kinchen, known as MK, is an American DJ, producer, and remixer. He achieved Billboard Hot Dance Music chart success in 1993 and 1994 with "Always" and "Love Changes" featuring Alana Simon. In 2013, his remix of Storm Queen's "Look Right Through" topped the UK Singles Chart.

MKTO

Formed in 2010, MKTO is a pop and hip-hop duo consisting of Malcolm Kelley and Tony Oller. Their self-titled album was released in 2014, and they dropped the Bad Girls EP in 2015. The duo, known for representing Misfit Kids and Total Outcasts, has sold over 1 million records globally.

MNEK

Born on November 9, 1994, Uzoechi Osisioma Emenike, known as MNEK, is an English singer, songwriter, and record producer. His notable credits include Grammy and Brit Award nominations and the ASCAP Vanguard Award. With a prolific career, MNEK has worked with artists like Dua Lipa, Beyoncé, and Madonna. His journey began at a young age, uploading songs to Myspace at 14, eventually entering the industry through a connection with CocknBullKid (Anita Blay).

MS MR

MS MR, pronounced Miz Mister, was a pop duo from New York, comprising vocalist Lizzy Plapinger and producer Max Hershenow. Signed to Iamsound, Kitsuné, and Columbia Records, they blended indie pop, alternative rock, dream pop, and dark wave. Their debut single "Hurricane" received positive reviews for its vintage sound, charting at number 38 in Germany.

MUNA

Muna, stylized as MUNA, is an American indie pop band comprised of Katie Gavin, Josette Maskin, and Naomi McPherson. Originating from Los Angeles, they formed in 2013 while attending the University of Southern California. Initially exploring ska and progressive rock, they shifted to a pop sound with the introduction of vocalist Katie Gavin. The band released two studio albums, "About U" (2017) and "Saves the World" (2019), with RCA Records before signing with Saddest Factory Records for their third album, "Muna," released in June 2022.

MUTEMATH

Mutemath, also styled as MuteMath or MUTEMATH, is an American alternative rock project founded by singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Paul Meany. Initially formed as a collaboration with Darren King in 2002, it became a solo project for Meany after King's departure in 2017. Drawing from 1960s and 1970s soul, psychedelic rock, and jam band styles, Mutemath incorporates vintage guitars, Rhodes keyboards, synthesizers, and electronic instruments like the keytar into their sound.

Mabel

Born on 19 February 1996, Mabel Alabama-Pearl McVey is an English-Swedish singer and songwriter. Her breakthrough came in 2017 with the single "Finders Keepers," reaching number eight on the UK Singles Chart. Her debut album, "High Expectations" (2019), entered the UK Albums Chart at three, achieving platinum status. Mabel won the Brit Award for British Female Solo Artist in 2020. Her second album, "About Last Night..." (2022), supported by the lead single "Let Them Know," reached number two on the UK Albums Chart, marking her highest-charting album.