Who is the greatest rock voice in history?

[Mr. Friscus]

Let's set some ground rules, and admit that nobody is entirely correct here. However, there are people who even if you don't like, have undeniable talent.

I have a short list of the greatest rock voices in history, and my standards are a voice that carries the songs, is dynamic and able to wail over three hours, doesn't require technological enhancement or background melodic assist, can perform songs with more power live or acoustic, etc.

There are many legendary bands that have great lead singers but of whom I wouldn't consider... such as Gene Simmons (KISS), Paul McCartney (The Beatles), Mick Jagger (The Rolling Stones), Bob Dylan, Jim Morrison (The Doors) Brian/Carl Wilson (Beach Boys), Bon Scott/Brian Johnson (ACDC), David Lee Roth/Sammy Hagar (Van Halen), Joe Elliot (Def Leopard) Axle Rose (Guns & Roses), James Hetfield (Metallica) Pearl Jam (Eddie Vedder), Scott Weiland (STP) Nirvana (Kurt Cobain), Chester Bennington (Linkin Park), Dave Grohel (Foo Fighters) Anthony Kiedis (Red Hot Chili Peppers), Elton John, Billy Joel, David Bowie

So let's get to the guys that I personally think have "it", and are the greatest rock voices of all time. I get 2 choices:

• Freddie Mercury (Queen)
• Chris Cornell (Soundgarden, Audioslave)

The 3 that tied for 2nd would be

• Steve Perry (Journey)
• Bono (U2)
• Robert Plant (Led Zepplin)

The 2"not mainstream and underdog/personal-but-amazing voice" addition I get for making this post would be:

• Geoff Tate (Queensryche)
• Kevin Maxx (DC Talk)

Go ahead and tell me how wrong I am.




That's it.

 

[okfine]

Another who is the best. How boring.

 

[Mr. Friscus]

Another who is the best. How boring.

Wow... did you know that nobody cares about dramatic "look at me and my feelings" posts?

Stop being a downer. Talk about the subject or just GTFO, geez.

 

[Leo123]

Let's set some ground rules, and admit that nobody is entirely correct here. However, there are people who even if you don't like, have undeniable talent.

I have a short list of the greatest rock voices in history, and my standards are a voice that carries the songs, is dynamic and able to wail over three hours, doesn't require technological enhancement or background melodic assist, can perform songs with more power live or acoustic, etc.

There are many legendary bands that have great lead singers but of whom I wouldn't consider... such as Gene Simmons (KISS), Paul McCartney (The Beatles), Mick Jagger (The Rolling Stones), Bob Dylan, Jim Morrison (The Doors) Brian/Carl Wilson (Beach Boys), Bon Scott/Brian Johnson (ACDC), David Lee Roth/Sammy Hagar (Van Halen), Joe Elliot (Def Leopard) Axle Rose (Guns & Roses), James Hetfield (Metallica) Pearl Jam (Eddie Vedder), Scott Weiland (STP) Nirvana (Kurt Cobain), Chester Bennington (Linkin Park), Dave Grohel (Foo Fighters) Anthony Kiedis (Red Hot Chili Peppers), Elton John, Billy Joel, David Bowie

So let's get to the guys that I personally think have "it", and are the greatest rock voices of all time. I get 2 choices:

• Freddie Mercury (Queen)
• Chris Cornell (Soundgarden, Audioslave)

The 2 that tied for 2nd would be

• Steve Perry (Journey)
• Bono (U2)

The 2"not mainstream and underdog/personal-but-amazing voice" addition I get for making this post would be:

• Geoff Tate (Queensryche)
• Kevin Maxx (DC Talk)

Go ahead and tell me how wrong I am.




That's it.

Freddie Mercury for sure. Robert Plant comes to mind. Plant's voice was a real powerhouse. Saw him live, PA went down, you could still hear him. In other genres (If I am allowed)...Frank Sinatra, Luciano Pavarotti. BB King best blues shouter.

 

[Mr. Friscus]

Freddie Mercury for sure. Robert Plant comes to mind. His voice was a real powerhouse. Saw him live, PA went down, you could still hear him.

F! I thought Robert Plant but forgot to mention him. I'm going to update my top 4 and make it a top 5. I seriously knew he was up there but forgot to type it.

 

[TroglocratsRdumb]

Micky Thomas

 

[Oddball]

Michael Hutchence is grossly underrated....Though maybe not the very best, still top tier.

 

[westwall]

Paul Rodgers. Glen Frey. Plant for sure. Dio. Sinatra

 

[okfine]

Michael Hutchence is grossly underrated....Though maybe not the very best, still top tier.

When I hear someone say underrated it says a lot. It means not so hot to some. It's a dumb word to project.

 

[Leo123]

Michael Hutchence is grossly underrated....Though maybe not the very best, still top tier.

INXS Like Suicide Blonde

 

[Oddball]

When I here someone say underrated it says a lot. It means not so hot to some. It's a dumb word to project.

It's my opinion, and I'm entitled to it...So GFY.

 

[okfine]

It's my opinion, and I'm entitled to it...So GFY.

Fn whiner.

 

[MarathonMike]

A name you don't hear much is Brad Delp of Boston. His vocal on More Than A Feeling is insane. Too bad Boston wasn't around very long.

 

[Mr. Friscus]

A name you don't hear much is Brad Delp of Boston. His vocal on More Than A Feeling is insane. Too bad Boston wasn't around very long.

He had an amazing range, I agree with that.

 

[westwall]

He had an amazing range, I agree with that.

Gerry Raferty too had a good voice. He also wrote some amazing songs.

 

[Mr. Friscus]

Gerry Raferty too had a good voice. He also wrote some amazing songs.

I may have to add John Fogerty to my 2nd tier...

 

[westwall]

I may have to add John Fogerty to my 2nd tier...

Great songwriter for sure

 

[lantern2814]

Tom Petty was pretty good. Those songs done by another singer just wouldn't sound right.

 

[whoisit]

Three Dog Night's Chuck Negron,

 

[whoisit]

Female great,