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Who are the top 20 male jazz vocalists?

June 22, 8:29 PMSwing and Big Band ExaminerRick Busciglio
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Who are top 20 male jazz vocalists?

As jazz singing increased in popularity in the swing era, many jazz bands were built around singers as star soloists, just as was done for famous instrumental players. Songsters gave their personal interpretation to songs and stamped each tune with their special voice. The following articles list the top 20 male jazz vocalists as selected by the members, listeners and staff of National Public Radio station WAER in Syracuse, NY, USA. What do you think of the selection? The list includes the greats of the 1940's as well as current performers.

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Also, you may wish to read The Top Female Jazz Vocalists articles.

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