Guest Patrokles Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 I didn't really want to call this thread 'best' singing voice, since there are all sorts of considerations (ie, some people might like Dylan). I'm not really sure how else to phrase it. For me, all of the vocalists I admire for their voices are female. My top three are probably Nina Simone, Dusty Springfield, and Marissa Nadler. Of the three, Nadler stands out. I find it hard to think of anyone with a voice like hers. This isn't to say that she's technically the best, or anything like that, but the clarity of her vocals is super. Additionally, there's a real eerieness to them, whilst still retaining a kind of warmth. I am sure that most will be familiar with Simone and Springfield, but I suppose this thread serves a two-fold purpose; to stimulate discussion of your favourite vocalists (and why), but also to encourage people to check out Marissa Nadler. Here are some mp3s to set you on your way: http://gvsbchris.com/diamond%20heart.mp3 http://gvsbchris.com/02%20-%20Dying%20Breed.mp3 http://www.marissanadler.com/mp3/Lily%20Henry%20Willow.mp3 http://marissanadler.com/mp3/virginia.mp3 I suppose I should disclaim that these aren't the kind of songs for when you're in a bright mood. They're good wallowing/evening songs. oh, and they're nearly all about death. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Face 29 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 I know what you're saying about the lay-deez. I've noticed with female solo artists I always get drawn in by a voice but usually their albums aren't interesting enough to bare long term listening. Examples being Indie Arie, Alanis Morisette, a lot of Aimee Mann (though I still love all of Bachelor No 2), Cat Power and Alicia Keys. Current exceptions are Joanna Newsom, and Neko Case who I'm still besotted with, and you have to include Aretha Franklin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Manson 0 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Jaret Reddick KT Tunstall Elton John Amy Lee Eddie Vedder Chad Kroeger Aaron Lewis Tyson Ritter Corey Taylor (Stone Sour) Dani Filth Sully Erna Meat Loaf Morgan Lander Jonathan Davies Michael Jackson Gerard Way Dexter Holland Phil Anselmo Paolo Nutini Til Lindeman Isaac Hayes Shaun Morgan Cliff Rigano Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Face 29 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Dani Filth Voice of an angel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Patrokles Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Not sure you've grasped the concept of favourite there, Brock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo 175 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 In no order James Morrison Bono Eddie Vedder Rob Thomas Elton John (pre 90's) Johnny Rzeznik Chris Cornell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Manson 0 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Not sure you've grasped the concept of favourite there, Brock The first three are my favourites, the rest are either singers I think are talented, or some are just different (ie voice of an angel ) Seeing Elton John live at the mad stad really was one of the best gigs I've been to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve 0 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 This is the easiest I ever find answering a question about a favourite. For me there is no better than Mike Patton. He can do it all, from rock to punk to crooning to ballads all the way to noises that I'm not really sure where they come from. Certainly the most versatile modern vocalist, if not one of the most versatile ever. In my opinion of course. Chad Kroeger Aaron Lewis Tyson Ritter Corey Taylor (Stone Sour) Dani Filth Sully Erna Morgan Lander Jonathan Davies Dexter Holland Phil Anselmo Paolo Nutini Isaac Hayes Shaun Morgan Cliff Rigano My god, your taste in music has actually gotten worse, hasn't it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jill 0 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Maynard James Keenan Johnny Cash Eddie Vedder James LaBrie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve 0 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 James LaBrie While I agree with your other three (but you already knew that, right?) I gotta ask about this. I'm a Dream Theater fan, you know that, but La Brie seems a bit hit and miss to me. He pulls off the cheesy parts perfectly, and I do like Dream Theater's cheesy bits, but don't you think he can't do the angry so well? I think that's why I like what he did with Ayreon a few years ago so much. He was only needed for the cheesy and had blokes like Devin Townsend and Mikael Akerfeldt do the angry for him. Not to give you crap or anything, but I think I like La Brie better when he's poncing around as opposed to trying to be serious and stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve 0 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 By the way, how's things McDade? You should call me sometime woman! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Manson 0 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 This is the easiest I ever find answering a question about a favourite. For me there is no better than Mike Patton. He can do it all, from rock to punk to crooning to ballads all the way to noises that I'm not really sure where they come from. Certainly the most versatile modern vocalist, if not one of the most versatile ever. In my opinion of course. Chad Kroeger Aaron Lewis Tyson Ritter Corey Taylor (Stone Sour) Dani Filth Sully Erna Morgan Lander Jonathan Davies Dexter Holland Phil Anselmo Paolo Nutini Isaac Hayes Shaun Morgan Cliff Rigano My god, your taste in music has actually gotten worse, hasn't it? How very ignorant of you to dismiss so many artists. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenzer 15870 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Devin Townsend He'd be up there for me actually. But yeah, someone like Nina Simone or Billie Holiday I guess. Plus I could listen to Tom Waits all night (and often have). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Patrokles Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 No doubt Gemmill will nominate Andy Bell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenzer 15870 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 No doubt Gemmill will nominate Andy Bell. Again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve 0 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 How very ignorant of you to dismiss so many artists. hahahahaha... I don't think Dani Filth can be classified an artist as opposed to a shrieking wanker with one of the worst cases of little man syndrome the world has seen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14021 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Jeff Buckley Robert Plant Bob Dylan Antione Newcombe Kelly Jones Billie Joe Armstrong Paul Smith Ben Folds Jack White Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14021 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 How very ignorant of you to dismiss so many artists. hahahahaha... I don't think Dani Filth can be classified an artist as opposed to a shrieking wanker with one of the worst cases of little man syndrome the world has seen. huh? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenzer 15870 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Kelly Jones Sweet lord. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catmag 337 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Frank Sinatra Karen Carpenter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Patrokles Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 I forgot Scott Walker! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenzer 15870 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 (edited) I forgot Scott Walker! Oooo yes. (edit: the Meenzer/Patrokles love-in will end shortly, folks.) Edited February 7, 2007 by Meenzer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Patrokles Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 I forgot Scott Walker! Oooo yes. (edit: the Meenzer/Patrokles love-in will end shortly, folks.) I don't know what you're trying to imply about my performance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14021 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Kelly Jones Sweet lord. He's a very good singer. Very samey but never the less there is no doubt he can sing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenzer 15870 Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 I forgot Scott Walker! Oooo yes. (edit: the Meenzer/Patrokles love-in will end shortly, folks.) I don't know what you're trying to imply about my performance. Howay, it's been five minutes already. I've got things to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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