Best Male Singers of the 20th Century

Ah, what a travesty to have such a superb list grow without the inclusion of the sublime Luther Vandross. I know many of the contributors regard soul/rb as hardly worthy of mention but the cannon of work by this artist demands inclusion. I defy anyone to listen to "Here and Now" and not feel the tingle of emotion that occurs when a song is delivered just right. I also humbly offer for inclusion in this diverse list Mighty Sam McClain, Johnny Hartman, Kevin Mahogany, Mr. Five by Five (Jimmy Rushing) and of course the version of Al Jarreau who delivered the exquisite live set "Look to the Rainbow".

Phil Ochs needs to be mentioned.

As well as Beny More, Pio Leyva and Miguel Matamoros.

KP

If you are asking about the best male vocals....no doubt and hands down it is Roy Orbison (many very good singers gave him that distinction when he was alive), Elvis next, and Nat king Cole last... People who aren't into rock I'm sure won't agree but I listen to everything except rap and those three certainly have to be the best....If you should think otherwise, try putting your singers best vocal on and then listen to Roy Orbison's "End Dreams". If you think your singer's vocal is better please E-mail me the song title and I'll buy it....(yes I'm a big opera fan also)

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!)