Not far from authoritative and foreign, namely, British, magazine New Music Express conducted a poll in which twenty outstanding musical artists in the history of music were named. More than 10 million people took part in the survey, which indicates a relatively large audience coverage. However, like everything else, the results of this action are very, very controversial. But that's what statistics is for, to have nothing to do with life. For example, for some reason, my interests constantly do not converge, so to speak, with the people's jury in the Miss Bikini contest and the like.
Deceased leads the poll Michael Jackson, with the result in 9.2
points from 10
possible recognized as the best performer in all the same history of music. Not wanting to slander this wonderful "singer", however, for me his victory is rather a big misunderstanding than a regularity. The performer is primarily a vocalist, and which vocalist from Jackson? If we compare him with Kirkorov, then he is incomparable, but when such names are next to him in the list as competitors, then the singer’s first place looks simply ridiculous. Yes, he is a great showman, a super duper dancer, the best performer of pop ideas among the masses, but by no means the best songwriter. That's what it means to leave on time. Where is the world heading?
In general, all polls, ratings and other measurements of pathos that are unknown to anyone, are called differently, but they carry one old, like the world, question - who (what) is more popular. And what does the best performers, the best guitarists, the best songs and so on have to do with it? All these things are very subjective.
The second place in the top was taken by the frontman of the group Queen - Freddie Mercury, with their 8.39 points. He has not yet grown to the glorious Michael what to say. To be completely sure of this, you can listen to their joint song for comparison State Of Shock, recently taken to the public eye from the dark corners of recording studios, where Freddie completely fades against the background of wonderful moans and squeals of a colleague.
Lennon placed in fifth place plant, McCartney, Cobain and even lower.
Almost half of the elect, namely nine people, are no longer present in the world, but a relatively young talent Matthew Bellamy from the recently popular group Muse managed to gain a foothold even in the middle of the list. The rating also included two representatives of the fair sex - Aretha Franklin and Tina Turner. Discrimination, and more!
So, the list of the best performers of all time from New Music Express. If you also hope to see the rest of the greatest vocalists and performers in it, the same Dio, Klaus Meine, Joplin, Bonnie Tyler or similar, figs to you. One thing pleases that the ubiquitous Lady Kva-Kva and Britney, who is Spears, for some reason did not penetrate here, and the old Madonna is not observed either.
1. Michael JacksonModern show business surprises every year with new faces. New popular Russian singers appear on the starry Olympus more and more often, delighting fans with original, and sometimes quite banal repertoire.
The most popular singers in Russia shine at the largest concert venues, decorate glossy magazines, perform at important events and excite fans from TV screens.
Often, popular Russian singers try themselves in a different role, acting in films, or trying themselves as leading grandiose television projects, but at the same time they manage to successfully perform and tour not only in Russia, but also abroad.
Popular singers of Russia, who have long taken their place in the bowels of show business, and already have their own audience of listeners and fans, cannot always boast of only impeccable vocal abilities, they have a special charm, charisma, and, to be honest, chic external data that are a defining feature of their development in show business.
Young popular Russian singers are confidently competing with Russian celebrities of the older generation, offering the public new songs, new presentation, new creative experiments.
Many popular singers in Russia, despite their star status, are very simple and open people who do not have star disease at all.
But there are popular Russian singers whose pathos rolls over. They are stellar in their behavior, in their demands, in their lifestyle.
Such popular Russian singers are not just artists, they behave and present themselves like true stars, which often stand out among the general mass of famous personalities in the world of show business.
Also in our photo top are popular Russian singers from young talents who have been on stage for only a few years, but are already collecting thousands of concert halls, delighting their fans with good music.
And who, in your opinion, should receive the status of the most popular singer in Russia. Is he on our list of the most popular Russian singers? If not, tell me who he is - the most famous singer in Russia ...
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Many outstanding performers have already fallen in love with the whole world, but among them there are those who are at the very top of popularity. One of them - the true king of the pop scene. Everyone who is even a little fond of music knows him. Numerous compositions of Jackson are always on hearing and will still sound for many years.
The King of Pop holds over 13 Guinness World Records. He has won the prestigious Grammy Award 15 times and has sold over 1 billion copies of his popular albums.
But millions of hearts grew dim on June 25, 2009, when Jackson passed away. Death came from an overdose of propofol, which he used as a sedative. After Jackson's death, sales of his albums skyrocketed.
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Michael Jackson is the most popular pop artist, while Freddie Mercury is considered the brightest representative of rock culture. Queen has become world famous thanks to the unique voicesoloist.
Mercury died on the cold evening of November 24, 1991 in London. The cause of death was bronchial asthma, which developed against the background of AIDS and HIV. A year later, famous rock artists performed at a concert in memory of the departed soloist queen.
melodic voice of italian singer composer, director and actor Adriano Celentano was familiar to many. Albums with his beautiful songs were sold in huge quantities. Now singer lives near Milan, in the province of Lecco, where he continues to actively engage in creativity.
The low and husky baritone who gives birth to blues legends belongs to Joe Cocker. Besides, singer bears the honorary status of Commander of the Order of the British Empire.
To another British composer and singer Elton John holds the no less honorary title of sir, which he received in 1995. During his 40 year career, he has sold over half a million albums.
Paul McCartney
One more famoussinger, awarded the title of sir and knight - James Paul McCartney. The founder of the world-famous “bugs” The Beatles is ahead of Michael Jackson in winning Grammys. 16 times McCartney received this award. It is worth mentioning the great singer John Lennon. Their duet can surely be called one of the most successful.
At the moment, there are many different musical directions, it is simply impossible for an ordinary listener to keep track of the appearance of which. But few people think about the fact that long before the emergence of newfangled bands, there were foreign performers, without which modern music would hardly exist in the form in which we know it. In this selection, we will talk about the most influential foreign musicians of the past.
Photo: http://ultimateclassicrock.com/The notorious British band Black Sabbath opens our list. During their forty-year history, they had the opportunity to release countless albums, many of which went platinum. It was this group that contributed to the emergence of the incredible popularity of rock music around the world. But unlike other performers of those years, the sound of Black Sabbath was darker and slower. Thus, they unwittingly contributed to the further development and emergence of the doom metal genre, which was a serious success 10-15 years later. Also, it was in this group that the great Ozzy Osbourne, who needs no introduction, began his career.
Photo: FashionApp.ru One of the most iconic pop singers of the 20th century, who influenced several musical directions at once. In the 80s, when Madonna was at the peak of her popularity, the singer collected stadiums in any city without any problems, while her records remained the best-selling ones for many years. Now Madonna continues to perform regularly and periodically tries her hand at cinema. However, the most iconic albums in her career appeared on store shelves exactly 30 years ago.
Photo: Playbuzz.ru Kurt Cobain is the most famous musician in the history of the genre, with several outstanding albums to his credit. But, despite not the longest career, he managed to leave an invaluable contribution to the development of modern alternative rock music. Cobain stood at the origins of grunge and brought it to the masses. Even during his lifetime, he managed to become a classic of modern music. Despite their scruffy appearance, dirty sound, and strange behavior on stage, Nirvana musicians were able to fall in love with millions of listeners around the world. There is no doubt that contemporary music would look different without Kurt's work.
Photo: kinopoisk.ru Michael Jackson is one of the most scandalous and controversial characters of the second half of the last century. But his influence on contemporary music is truly limitless. Michael was a first-class musician and dancer, whose talent could only be envied. His famous "Moonwalk" is still incredibly popular among connoisseurs of the genre. Each album of Michael Jackson invariably occupied the top of various charts. So the title of King of Pop Michael received quite deservedly. Despite numerous scandals, he was remembered by mankind precisely because of his creative activity.
Photo: Afisha Bigmir.ru David Bowie left us quite recently. But even knowing that he had little time left to live, he continued to engage in creative activities until the very last moment. His album Blackstar, which became the main release of 2016, appeared on the shelves just a week before the death of the musician, exactly like his videos. But the most significant in the work of Bowie were the releases recorded by him back in the 70s and 80s. It was then that he was at the peak of his popularity and gained a multi-million army of fans. His distinguishing feature was the constant change of images and musical style. And if in one period he played classic rock, then in the next album nothing prevented Bowie from switching to some industrial or avant-garde.
Photo: Rolling Stone The legend of hip-hop group Public Enemy fell in love with connoisseurs of the genre back in the late 80s of the last century. There were no extra show-offs in their music, unlike modern rap artists. The audience fell in love with them mainly due to the acutely social texts, which raised important issues that worried society at that time. Some topics continue to be relevant even after 15 years. Public Enemy discussed politics, equality and police brutality in their work. At that time, this was an extremely bold step, which not all performers would have dared to take.
Photo: Rolling Stone The American punk rock formation Ramones successfully picked up the British trend, which was gaining more and more popularity in the world. Rebellious groups became the personification of the early 70s. And it all started with the Ramones musicians. They brought punk rock out of the cellars and brought a fair amount of melody into it. Thanks to this, a mass listener learned about this genre. The group began to collect large halls without any problems, and after years it completely acquired the status of modern classics. Unfortunately, most of the team is no longer with us today. But they certainly made a significant contribution to American culture.
Photo: Billboard.com Metallica is the most famous metal band of all time. Even those people who cannot stand this direction of music in spirit are well acquainted with at least two or three compositions of the band. The musicians from Metallica began their creative activity in the late 70s. They managed to achieve a faster and harder sound, thanks to which a new genre was born, called thrash metal. Musicians are still the kings of this direction, despite the competition. Now Metallica without any difficulties continues to tour the world and release fresh releases.
Photo: 24SMI.org Rock and roll is the most iconic direction of music of the 20th century. From it came the vast majority of modern musical genres. And when it comes to rock and roll, 99% of people first of all remember the legendary Elvis Presley. The musician has made an incredible contribution to the development of the industry. Elvis' songs are still popular with music lovers of all ages. His hits are heard in films, while biopics have been repeatedly shot about him. A truly great man, whose work everyone should be familiar with!
Photo: billboard.com Another team that hardly needs an introduction. The Beatles are a group that originated half a century ago. At that time, their music was truly innovative and original. Before Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Ringo Starr and George Harrison, no one has yet been able to perform something even remotely similar to The Beatles. Initially, they were inspired by the work of the aforementioned Elvis Presley. But, unlike the king of rock and roll, they did not focus on the same type of dance motifs. Instead, they wrote much more lyrical and sad songs that contributed to the birth of hard rock.
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There are many popular singers, they are loved, listened to, admired, but only some of them become real idols of millions. Even after death, they are also popular and loved. Their performance captivates more than one generation of fans. It is difficult to say which of the singers below is the most popular, it will not work to rank them either. Each of them is talented in their own way, their fame has long crossed the borders of their countries of residence, they are world stars, and it is not worth assigning popularity numbers to them.
Among popular singers, even world-famous stars, the glory of the American king of pop, composer, dancer, trendsetter, shines brightest. And after his unexpected death, the demand and fame of his musical compositions only increased. He was not only a constant success with millions of fans in all countries, but was also awarded all sorts of numerous awards. Only the most prestigious music award Grammy was awarded to him 15 times, not counting hundreds of other music awards. He was listed in the Guinness Book of Records 13 times, and in 2009, after his death, Michael Jackson was officially recognized as an American Legend and Music Icon. His compositions still sound now, so many years after his departure, and for more than one decade the songs and musical compositions of the singer will delight, fascinate and enchant many generations of his fans.
Freddie Mercury
The bewitching voice and the appearance of the soloist of the Queen group, which is in perfect harmony with the voice, gained popularity not only for the singer himself, but also for his group. Freddie Mercury became the brightest representative of musical rock culture, he was and remains one of the most popular performers in the world. His short life was cut short on a foggy November evening in 1991, he died in his hometown of London from bronchopneumonia, which developed on the background of AIDS. Incredible stage images of Freddie and his eccentric demeanor on stage are known even to people far from rock culture. In 1992, his band and many of the world's pop and rock stars organized a Freddie tribute concert at Wembley Stadium, the proceeds of which were donated to the AIDS Foundation.
Paul McCartney
Another famous British musician, singer, songwriter and composer, who was awarded the title of knight in England for outstanding services in the musical field. In the 60s and 70s, everyone just went crazy with the songs and music of the Liverpool Four, or as they were called in Russia, the Beatles. The Beatles, one of the founders of which was Paul McCartney until 1971, when it broke up, was a wild success, at its concerts the fans fell into a real hysteria. In the Guinness Book of Records, he is named as "the most successful composer and musician of all time."
And he was awarded the prestigious Grammy Award 16 times, even more than the King of Pop Michael Jackson. His songs, performed with another lead singer of the Beatles, John Lennon, gained worldwide fame. In 1971, the Beatles broke up, but Paul McCartney, despite his advanced age, still occasionally performs solo concerts.
John Lennon
Another singer from the famous "Liverpool Four" is John Lennon, who could rightfully be given the title of "king of the hippies", young people who dreamed of living according to the laws of love and peace. Agree, a little unusual for a talented singer, the leader of the Beatles, the most popular group in the 60-70s. This bright singing career and such a short life was cut short in 1980 by a bullet (oddly enough) of one of the Beatles fans.
For several decades, Charles Aznavour has been the most popular singer in France, but his songs are heard and excite millions of his fans not only in France. This Frenchman of Armenian origin, singer, composer, actor, public figure was the creator and performer of more than a thousand songs, starred in sixty films, more than 100 million records with his songs have been sold. Even at the beginning of his musical career, French President Charles de Gaulle said about him "He will conquer the whole world, because he knows how to excite." And this prediction came true. One of his songs "Eternal Love", which is still heard from the stages of the whole world, in different languages, excites and fascinates any audience.
The melodic voice and expressive demeanor on stage of this Italian singer, composer, actor, director and TV presenter are familiar to many. Adriano was and remains one of the most popular singers and actors in Italy, but his fame has long crossed the borders of the country. During his creative career, Celentano released 41 studio albums, with a circulation of 150 million, starred in more than forty films. This popular singer cannot be confused with anyone else, except for the bewitching timbre of his voice, he has his own unique style, special facial expressions and gait.
Joe Cocker
The peak of popularity of the British singer Joe Cocker came in the 60s. But even today, this performer of rock and blues excites the hearts of lovers of these trends in music. Cocker's bluesy ballads, delivered in a low, husky baritone voice, are a hit on any stage. He is the recipient of several awards, including the Grammy Award, awarded to him in 1983. For outstanding musical services, Joe Cocker was awarded the Order of the British Empire and is a holder of this order.
Another popular British rock singer who has worldwide fame. Discs with recordings of his songs have always been at the top of the charts around the world. Many of his songs have become soundtracks for famous movies. Sting came to Russia several times with concerts, where he had unprecedented success, however, wherever the singer performs, success does not leave him. Sting's popularity has not weakened over the years, although he has already crossed the 60-year mark, the rock legend continues to perform. Despite his age, fit and energetic Sting is full of creative plans. For his 65th birthday, he released a new album "57th and 9th".
Apparently, the climate of foggy Albion has some unusual features that contribute to the emergence of musical talents. Sir Elton John is another popular British singer who has gained worldwide fame as a light rock star. Rock singer, songwriter, composer, pianist, actor - Elton John has sold more than 550 copies of his music albums during his forty-year singing career. His musical compositions in the style of pop, rock, piano-rock and glam rock have always occupied leading positions in any charts. And although he was a world-class singer, the title of sir, awarded to him in England in 1995, speaks of how highly appreciated his extraordinary talent was in his homeland. To this day, Elton John remains one of the most popular world-class singers.
American singer, author of more than 70 studio albums, sings in the styles of soul, jazz and rhythm and blues. Ray Charles was ranked tenth on Rolling Stone's 2004 list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time, and in 2008 ranked number 2 on their list of the 100 Greatest Singers of All Time.
At the beginning of Elvis Presley's musical career, nothing foretold him such an unprecedented success. An unremarkable American boy, a truck driver, tried to break into the big stage, performing his own compositions in the country style. Everything changed in an instant, the composition "Heatbreak hotel", recorded by him in 1956, made him famous overnight. He instantly became the idol of America, tens of thousands of young Americans wanted to be, at least in appearance and demeanor, similar to Elvis. And all the girls dreamed and dreamed about him. In the sixties, when famous singers dressed and behaved rather conservatively on stage, young Presley was among them, like a bright firebird, who somehow got into an inconspicuous chicken coop. His unusual outfits, uninhibited movements, frank sexuality seemed defiant to the older generation, and the youth of America simply went crazy for him. To say that Elvis Presley was a popular singer is an understatement. He was the idol and idol of millions of fans, and not only in America. This talented and bright singer very quickly gained worldwide fame. But not everyone passes the test of fame, so it happened with Presley. He died at 42, at the height of his popularity, from a drug overdose. But, despite the fact that the singer has long been gone from this world, his songs are still loved, listened to, and the house where he lived is a place of pilgrimage for fans of Elvis Presley's talent.
Evis Presley has also been repeatedly recognized as one of the most beautiful men in the world!
Frank Sinatra
The greatest American singer Frank Sinatra had an amazing velvety timbre of voice, and his natural elegance, white-toothed smile, intelligent manners no less effectively played on the image of a talented soloist. In the 50s and 60s, at the height of his popularity, he was the real voice of America, and although he did not make musical tours to other countries, his songs were heard not only in his native country. In addition to his singing career, Frank Sinatra starred in twenty films and even received an Oscar for his first role in the film From Here to Eternity. This unique singer lived a long life, and almost until the very end of it he did not leave the musical Olympus, being engaged in creativity until old age. He died in 1998, and on the day of his death, national mourning was declared in America, all entertainment programs were canceled, flags were flown at half mast.
Another popular British singer, songwriter, actor, favorite of fans of his talent is Robbie Williams, whose worldwide album sales exceed 59 million. For the unusually velvety timbre of his voice and the original manner of performance, Elton John called the singer "Frank Sinatra of the XXI century." In April 2015, Robbie Williams performed for the first time in Russia, in St. Petersburg. Apparently, the Russian audience did not disappoint the singer, and Russia seemed so attractive to him that, having visited our country again in 2017, he declared that he was ready to represent Russia with a song at Eurovision.
Joe Dassin
Anyone who has ever heard the songs and musical compositions of Joe Dassin will never forget the low, charming voice of this elegant singer, his soulful manner of performance, when it seems that he is specifically addressing you in his song. The American-born popular French singer lived a colorful but short life, he died of a heart attack at just 42 years old. But, in less than 20 years of his singing career, he released 20 studio albums, traveled all over the world and his concerts were always sold out. Joe Dassin's songs are still popular, they are performed by various famous singers, they are translated into many languages. In Russia, his hits such as “Where are you” and “If it weren’t for you” are well known, they are performed both in French and in Russian.
This Russian bard did not become a world celebrity, but it was not his fault, with his talent he surpassed many famous foreign singers of that time. It’s just that he lived at the wrong time and in the wrong country, that system and those laws in Russia are to blame, under which he was engaged in creativity. The songs that he wrote, either sung or told in his hoarse, passionate voice, about love, loyalty, fear, courage, heroism, about war, are still listened to and sung, and not only in Russia. The singer, popular in his homeland, was also known in other countries.
