Manele

Manele is a dynamic and controversial music genre originating from Romania, blending traditional Romani and Balkan folk melodies with modern pop, electronic, and hip-hop elements. Known for its vibrant and eclectic sound, manele utilizes synthesizers and heavily ornamented vocal styles to convey emotional, often melancholic themes of love, hardship, and social commentary. Artists like Costel Ciofu and Ștefan de la Bărbulești capture its raw essence, while DJ Magic Romania and Alex Velea infuse contemporary beats, broadening its appeal. Though divisive, manele's infectious rhythms and diverse influences make it a unique and enduring cultural phenomenon.

Latest Manele Release
Top Artists Spotify Logo
Dani Mocanu
Ministerul Manelelor
RAVA
Tzanca Uraganu
Manele Mentolate
Bogdan DLP
Top Playlists
The Sound of Manele 205 Manele artists
The Sound of Muzică Bănățeană 41 Manele artists
The Needle / Romania 21 Manele artists
The Sound of Muzică Maramureşeană 16 Manele artists
The Needle / Moldova 8 Manele artists
The Sound of Muzică Ușoară 6 Manele artists

RecentMusic users are tracking 435 Manele artists for new releases, and have access to the full timeline of 15,526 releases .

Join them and feed your new music addiction, and add the Manele artists you love!

Get Started Browse Arists
  1. August 8, 2025
  2. August 8
  3. August 1
  4. July 31
  5. July 31
  6. July 30
  7. July 30
  8. July 25
  9. July 25
  10. July 25
  11. July 25
  12. July 25
  13. July 25
  14. July 25
  15. July 25
  16. July 24
  17. July 24
  18. July 24
  19. July 23
  20. July 21
  21. July 21
  22. July 19
  23. July 18
  24. July 18
  25. July 17
  26. July 17
  27. July 17
  28. July 15
  29. July 14
  30. July 14
  31. July 14
  32. July 14
  33. July 11
  34. July 10
  35. July 10
  36. July 10
  37. July 10
  38. July 10
  39. July 9
  40. July 7