Which musicians have been influenced by The Weeknd?

The Weeknd discusses the David Bowie and Prince influences behind his new LP, 'Starboy,' in a wide-ranging interview. Credit: Mike Lewis/Getty ... "Maybe 25 is a good age to get hit with that, as opposed to some artists who get it when they're 13 or 14 and they can't handle it. read more

The weeknd has stated that as a child he listened to Ethiopian music (where he is from) and was also influenced by Michael Jackson, you can hear the MJ vibe in his music. He has also covered Michael Jacksons "Dirty Diana" which is on his free release album "Echoes of Silence". read more

Jackson's music took root in R&B, pop and soul. He had been influenced by the work of contemporary musicians such as James Brown, Jackie Wilson, Diana Ross, Fred Astaire, Sammy Davis, Jr., Gene Kelly, David Ruffin, The Isley Brothers, the Bee Gees, and the West Side Story dancers. read more