There’s no way Omar Apollo knew what was in store for him at the top of last year.
At that point, the rising Mexican-American singer hadn’t even released his first official album — although he’s had music out for years on Soundcloud and streaming services, including several mixtapes and some certified bangers among the alternative R&B crowd. But 2022 was the year Apollo found his footing in the mainstream.
During the year, Apollo released his debut album, , and performed on NPR’s Tiny Desk concert series. His song “Evergreen” went viral on TikTok and became his first song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100. He’s toured the country twice, performed at the Coachella and Austin City Limits music festivals, announced a 2023 North American tour with SZA, and been nominated for a Grammy for Best New Artist.
