Ecco2k

While Ecco2k may not have a shelf full of trophies, his influence is measured differently. As a founding member of Drain Gang, he helped shape a sound that has inspired a global underground movement. His solo work, especially E, pushed the boundaries of pop and R&B, earning praise from outlets like Vogue. The collaboration Crest with Bladee was singled out by Pitchfork as one of the best projects from the Swedish collective. His ability to blend music and fashion has made him a tastemaker, and his performances, from the Sydney Opera House to Primavera Sound, draw devoted crowds. That kind of cultural weight is its own reward.