List of artists by letter «Y» - Biography and discography, all albums and songs

YAKTAK (real name — Yaroslav Mykolayovych Karpuk) is a Ukrainian singer, songwriter, and performer in the genres of pop and hip-hop. He is one of the brightest representatives of the new wave of Ukrainian music, combining melody, sincerity, and a modern sound. Early Life and Education Yaroslav was born on May 4, 2005, in the village of Stara Vyzhivka, Volyn region, Ukraine, in a family of civil servants. His musical abilities began to show at an early age — his grandmother taught at a music school for children, and his grandfather worked at a professional lyceum. They instilled in him a love for music and the stage. After finishing gymnasium, Yaroslav entered the Kyiv Municipal Academy of Variety and Circus Arts, majoring as a “vocal artist,” where he continued…

Yohanna (full name — Jóhanna Guðrún Jónsdóttir, born 16 October 1990, Copenhagen, Denmark) is an Icelandic singer working in the genres of pop and soft rock. She gained international fame after taking part in the Eurovision Song Contest 2009 with the song «Is It True?», where she finished second, equalling Iceland’s best result in the history of the contest. From childhood she performed as a “child prodigy” and at the age of 9–10 was already releasing albums in her home country. Her work combines a gentle, “crystal-clear” vocal tone, melodic pop and Scandinavian melancholy. Early years and beginnings Born in Copenhagen to an Icelandic family. At around two years old, her parents moved back to…

Yotto (real name — Otto Yliperttula, born in Helsinki, Finland) is a Finnish DJ, producer, and remixer, and one of the leading figures in the melodic house, progressive house, and deep progressive scenes. His music blends a cinematic atmosphere, warm analog sound, and deeply emotional melodies. Early Life and Career Beginnings Otto grew up in a musical family: his father was a musician, and his mother a music teacher. From a young age, he studied classical piano and drums, which gave him a strong foundation in harmony and rhythm. As a teenager, he became fascinated by electronic music — first influenced by trance and house, and later began experimenting with sound, inspired by artists like Sasha, Hernan Cattaneo, Eric Prydz, and Deadmau5. Before launching his solo career,…