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ZZ Ward (born Zsuzsanna Eva Ward) is an American musician, singer and songwriter. Her first single, "Put The Gun Down", broke into the top 10 on the AAA radio chart on February 3, 2013, staying there for 10 weeks, and also broke into the top 40 on the Billboard Alternative chart.

ZZ Top, an American rock band, originated in Houston, Texas, in 1969. Led by vocalist-guitarist Billy Gibbons, drummer Frank Beard, and bassist-vocalist Dusty Hill (until his death in 2021), the trio maintained their signature blues-based sound. Renowned for witty lyrics and synchronized appearances, Gibbons and Hill, characterized by sunglasses and beards, contributed to ZZ Top's distinctive style during their 51-year history.

Zac Brown Band is an American country/rock band based in Atlanta, Georgia. Their first album, The Foundation, is certified triple-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America, while its follow-ups, You Get What You Give and Uncaged, are certified platinum.

Zachary David Sobiech (May 3, 1995 – May 20, 2013) was an American singer-songwriter and musician hailing from Lakeland, Minnesota. As a member of the band A Firm Handshake, his single "Clouds" garnered widespread attention on YouTube, reaching the Billboard Hot 100. Despite battling cancer, Sobiech aimed to bring joy to people in his final days.

Zachary Stephen Williams (born June 27, 1978) is an American Christian rock artist hailing from Jonesboro, Arkansas. Between 2007 and 2012, he served as the lead vocalist of Zach Williams & The Reformation, showcasing his talents on acoustic guitar and harmonica. Formerly the frontman for the Christian group Brothers of Grace, later renamed Zach Williams and the Brothers of Grace, he embarked on a solo career in 2016.

Zehira Darabid, stage name Zaho, is an Algerian-Canadian R&B singer born on May 10, 1980, in Bab Ezzouar, Algeria. Moving to Montréal at 18, she embraced music, learning guitar at seven. In 2008, her debut album "Dima" garnered acclaim. Zaho's songwriting talent shines, notably with "Tout ce temps." She won the Best European Artist award at the 2008 MTV EMA's, establishing herself in France, French Canada, and beyond.

Zachary Phillip Wylde, born Jeffrey Phillip Wielandt on January 14, 1967, is a prominent American musician known for his role as lead guitarist for Ozzy Osbourne and as the founder of Black Label Society. Recognized for his iconic bulls-eye guitar design, Wylde has made significant contributions to the heavy metal genre. He also joined the reunited Pantera in 2022 as a touring guitarist.

Zara Maria Larsson, born December 16, 1997, is a Swedish pop sensation who gained fame at 10 by winning Talang, Sweden's Got Talent. With hit singles like "Lush Life" and "Ruin My Life," she's become an international star. After her debut album "1" in 2014, she signed with Epic Records in the U.S. Subsequent albums, "So Good" (2017) and "Poster Girl" (2021), solidified her global presence.

Zay Hilfigerrr & Zayion McCall, a hip-hop duo from Detroit, gained fame with "Juju on That Beat," hitting #5 on the Billboard Hot 100. Hilfigerrr, known for social media raps, collaborated with McCall. The song went viral, and Atlantic Records officially released it in 2016. Nominated for a Kids' Choice Award, it reached 150 million YouTube streams by February 2017.

Zain Javadd Malik (born 12 January 1993), known as Zayn Malik or Zayn, is a British singer. Initially auditioning solo for The X Factor in 2010, he later joined One Direction, a globally successful boy band. Departing in 2015, he pursued a solo career, debuting at number one with "Pillowtalk" and his album "Mind of Mine" in 2016. Achieving international success with subsequent singles, Malik released "Icarus Falls" in 2018 and "Nobody Is Listening" in 2021.

Anton Zaslavski, professionally known as Zedd, is a Russian-German DJ, record producer, and songwriter. Raised in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Zedd's stage name is derived from the English pronunciation of the first letter of his surname, Z. His breakthrough came in 2012 with "Clarity," featuring Foxes, earning him a Grammy for Best Dance Recording. He released his debut studio album, "Clarity," in the same year, featuring the hit single "Stay the Night" with Hayley Williams.

Zella Day Kerr, born March 13, 1995, is an American singer from Arizona. She debuted with "Powered by Love" in 2009, gaining attention and signing with Hollywood Records. Her major-label release, "Kicker" (2015), featured hits like "Hypnotic." Day, a Coachella performer in 2016, garnered acclaim with appearances in Vogue, as well as on shows like Late Night with Seth Meyers and Conan.