I love Laura Pausini as well. She has a good voice! Here's my recommendations:
Italy - Eros Ramazzotti (pop) , Tiziano Ferro ( R&B) , Nek ( pop-rock ) , Articolo 31 ( hip-hop ) ,
Alex Britti ( his music is influenced by blues and Jazz ) , Samuele Bersani (pop ) , Zero Assoluto ( R&B)
France - Alizee
Spanish music - Chayanne ( from Puerto Rico ) , Franco De Vita ( from Venezuela )
Hope it helps