Adam rated #2 in "100 Most Technically Skilled Rock Vocalists"

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100 Most Technically Skilled Rock Vocalists

Vocalists are rated on their Technical Skill based on their prime ability by the following criteria.

Tier 1: Breath support, register switching, register blending, pitch, vocal runs, consistency throughout registers, volume control, vibrato control, sustain, and diction.

Tier 2: Projection, Resonance, Range, and Versatility.

For criteria breakdowns, each criterion from either tier is worth equal points. Influence and impact have no bearing on a singer's placement.


1. Jackie Wilson
2. Adam Lambert
3. Freddie Mercury (Queen, Solo)
4. Geoff Tate (Queensryche)
5. Steve Perry (Journey, Solo)
6. Steve Balsamo
7. Tim Buckley
8. Jeff Buckley
9. John Farnham (Little River Band, Solo)
10. Chris Cornell (Soundgarden, Temple of the Dog, Solo, Audioslave)

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