The FM radio is something that really bothers me. Too often, I hear the same songs, by the same people, no matter what station I am listening to. I could be to listening to a Top 40 station, rap station, or country station; they all play their respective superstars, and that’s it. But what happens to those musicians that are good, but not good-good (by radio standards, of course). Well, unfortunately, they get swallowed up by the Beyonces and Luke Bryans of the world. Thankfully, the internet helped me discover some of the most underrated musicians that are definitely worth listening to.

Stromae

A Belgian singer, songwriter, and producer who is known for making music with provoking lyrics that is also easy to dance to.

Start with: “Papaoutai.”

Misterwives

A NYC-based group that formed in 2012 in combines the sounds of electro pop, folk, and indie rock to create music that sounds similar to Of Monsters and Men

Start with: “Reflections.”

Halsey

New Jersey native, Ashley Frangipane -- alias Halsey -- makes dark electro pop music with deep lyrics that has been compared to the talents of Lorde.

Start with: “New Americana.”

James Bay

English singer/songwriter, Bay gained his fame by working with acts such as KODALINE and Ed Sheeran in 2013. His own personal sound is a soulful blend of folk and pop.

Start with: “Hold Back the River.”

Timeflies

The American duo, similar to Twenty One Pilots, doesn’t settle on one genre of music. The majority of their songs are pop and EDM styled songs that are fun and infectious, while their other songs provide a taste of rap and rock.

Start with: “Once In A While.”

Marina and the Diamonds

Marina reached a brief period of radio success in 2012 with her song “Primadonna.” She was inspired by pop stars, Britney Spears and Gwen Stefani. Her music is reminiscent of older styled pop, but her lyrics hold deeper meanings than the songs she was inspired by.

Start with: “Primadonna.”

Saint Motel

This California-based indie band formed about 10 years ago, but they created their first EP in 2014, “My Type.” Their music has a sound that sounds like a mixture of 1970’s disco and 1990’s rock, creating a truly unique sound.

Start with: “My Type.”

Kygo

This Norwegian DJ was inspired by Avicii. Kygo reached his claim to fame in 2013, with remixes of songs by Ed Sheeran and Marvin Gaye. Kygo has created his own sound called tropical house.

Start with: “Stay.”

Borns

Garrett Borns, from Michigan, creates alternative and danceable electro pop music that has a touch of rock and folk.

Start with: “Electric Love.”

Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness

Andrew McMahon released his first self titled album in 2014. His lead single, “Cecilia and the Satellite” reached moderate radio success, but his indie pop sound is best shown in his song, “High Dive.”

Start with: “High Dive.”

Brothers Osborne

This Nashville-based country duo was inspired by country rock groups, such as Lynyrd Skynyrd and Merle Haggard. Their lyrics speak stories and the sound is a catchy and modern take on country rock.

Start with: “Stay A Little Longer.”

Birdy

In 2011, this signer/songwriter released a cover of Bon Iver’s “Skinny Love” that earned her a top spot on the U.K.’s music charts. Her music is soft, passionate, and deep. It’s a blend of indie, mixed with soft rock and alternative.

Start with: “Skinny Love.”

Dan + Shay

This duo mixes contemporary pop with classic country to create a truly modern country sound that is bright and bubbly.

Start with: “Nothin’ Like You.”

Some of the best musicians are rarely played on the radio. Thankfully, it’s pretty easy to find these hidden treasures with a little digging online. The few musicians listed above are only a glimpse into the talents of the world’s underrated musicians.