Breaking into the music industry as an unknown artist is often considered an insurmountable challenge. As a result, countless aspiring musicians pour their hearts and souls into their craft, only to be met with rejection and obscurity. Occasionally, however, a rising star emerges from the shadows and unexpectedly captures the hearts and minds of music fans worldwide.
One such artist is Los Angeles native
CXLEB, a likable pop musician making a name for himself with his catchy, dance-friendly sounds. Drawing inspiration from fellow popsters Justin Bieber, Post Malone, and XXXTentacion, the 21-year-old
CXLEB has combined his strong work ethic with his natural songwriting and performing skills to launch a promising career.
CXLEB's fans are fiercely loyal, and they've been raving about him on social media. With each new release, CXLEB seems to be gaining more momentum, as evidenced by his 100K+ streams, 801K
YouTube subscribers, and 611K
Instagram followers.
Initially gained popularity on social media from videos showcasing his charismatic personality and eclectic sense of fashion and style, it’s clear that
CXLEB is a pop culture enthusiast. He has become a tastemaker, turning his followers onto new music, fashion, and celebrities. The result is that the secret to
CXLEB's success isn't really a secret: he's keenly aware of the power of social media and has embraced it wholeheartedly.
This was emphasized during a recent press conference when CXLEB praised formats such as Instagram and TikTok for letting him share his music. "It is so gratifying to be able to put out music that people really enjoy. I can upload it to social media, and people will hear it immediately. This is in stark contrast to how the industry operated in the past, as they controlled what music was released, by who, and when. With the advent of social media, that has all changed," he says.
Not content to merely stay in the studio and create music, CXLEB has also been making waves by attending award shows and concerts. The young artist wants to be out there, connecting with fans and building his brand. At these events, fans have spotted CXLEB chatting with industry veterans, posing for photos with fans, and soaking up the atmosphere. It's all part of the hustle, and CXLEB embraces it with open arms.
Through these opportunities to network, CXLEB's rise to fame has seen him collaborating with celebrity musicians. One of his highest-profile collaborations has been with Landon Barker, son of Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker. The two teamed up for a song called "Bittersweet," which has generated plenty of buzz. The pairing is a dream come true for CXLEB, who has cited Travis Barker as one of his biggest musical inspirations. To be working with the next generation of Barker talent is a sign that CXLEB is definitely on the right track.
With social media numbers in the millions, several celebrity collaborations on his resume, and a rapidly growing fanbase, CXLEB proves that natural talent coupled with the right work ethic can quickly make someone a recognizable force within an otherwise challenging music industry.
