Best Male Singers of the 20th Century

GINO VANNELLI-TIMELESS-AWESOME!!! Joe Lienhard

I imagine Mr. Sinatra will have a comanding lead here. But (probaly intentionally) no category was mentioned. What about clasical (opera) singers? Anyone want to discuss Enrico Caruso vs. ?. What about comparing record sales? Is Elvis Pressly a contender because of volume of his record sales? Personally, I really like the jazz singer Johnny Hammond, especially his album with John Coltrane. Chet Baker, while I wouldn't EVER classify him as a great singer, had a distinctive way with singing jazz that was certainly unique, and very emotional. In sum, besides Hammond, I guess Francis Albert is the winner.

Well, I am sure someone will mention Belafonte, and of course there is Nat King Cole (the DCC reissues are awesome) In the "sub class" of Best singer/songwriter, I'd vote for Jacques Brel also.

Mel Torme. Mel was at least the greatest male jazz singer (with only Ella and Sarah Vaughn contending for best jazz singer overall.) Mel was also a terrific writer (Chestnuts roasting on an open fire) and arranger.

I like Louis Armstrong for Jazz, Bing Crosby for crooners, Ian Gillan for Rock, and Bob Dylan as the "Is he singin' or whinin' catagory" nominee.