recording artist

noun

: a person who performs music for recordings
famous recording artists

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Billy Joel was floundering as a recording artist when Davis signed him in 1973. Jason Kravarik, CNN Money, 22 June 2026 The event kicked off with a March of Black Excellence that included more than 100 Black young people ranging from middle school through college age before the flag-raising and a performance of the Black National Anthem sung by Chicago recording artist Nialand. David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2026 This year, the musician will be celebrating his 14th year at the prestigious establishment, as well as his 50-year anniversary as a recording artist. Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 17 June 2026 Roll is a Grammy-winning recording artist, while Xo is a successful podcast host. Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for recording artist

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“Recording artist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recording%20artist. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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