Best Male Singers of the 20th Century


There is an interesting current discussion about the best female vocalists on CD. I have my own ideas about the best male singers (any category) of the 20th Century, but would like to hear other opinions.
sdcampbell

Showing 2 responses by tweakgeek

1. Bing Crosby (most influential)
2. Johnny Hartman (my personal fave)
3. Tom Waits (he can't write a song to save his life, but boy can he sing!)
Waltersalas,
Good post! I see that you are a righteous and noble defender of the George Jones faith. However, my list of male soul singers has both Otis Redding and Curtis Mayfield occupying a higher position than the aforementioned Mr. Green. I must say though, his "I'm Still in Love with You" LP is as fine a Soul disc as any ever recorded.