I did this before, but because I feel like that list doesn't reflect what I like now, I'm going to just update it again. While I do have a lot of vocalist I like, these vocalists have a personal reason as to why they are on this list.
6. Taehyung of BTS
Taehyung really has a nice voice, a deep soulful voice which in all honestly goes underutilized a lot of the time. I know there are certain dynamics in being in a k-pop group, and I know recently Taehyung has been able to release his own songs and have more lines in BTS songs....I just wish they utilized his voice a lot more.
I really loved Singularity as a come back song, but that one didn't seem to get as much hype as the other members? Or maybe that's just my point of view as a casual fan. I do like the other's voice and they compliment each other very well.
5. Brendon Urie
I've seen Panic! twice now, and honestly waiting for a chance to see them again. I really just love Brendon as a person, and as a performer. I honestly didn't like the Me! song he did with Taylor Swift, but then again I'm not big into Swift to begin with so that could factor into it.
However, I believe Death of a Bachelor really showcases his talent as a vocalist and as a musician.
4. Masato of coldrain
Another vocalist I would jump at the chance to see perform again. While I don't like putting him at number four, he would definitely be higher up if I was talking about strictly the J-rock/nu-metal type of music I usually listen to. However, I do like his voice in his slower songs, and once again like Brendon I love his personality.
I really liked how he vibes with his audience, I feel like if you experience coldrain at all it's best to try to experience them live.
3. Jui of GOTCHAROCKA
Jui seems to have this charm to him, having been following him since VIDOLL I can definitely tell. While his vocals may sound like your typical Vkei band, I really do like his style and love listening to him. His vocals in the acoustic version of ASH is truly amazing, and I only wish to be able to see them live one day.
2. Ruki of the GazettE
I've stated before in the last list that yes, Ruki is still my favorite vocalist that is active in the scene today. I do hold a lot of respect for him, as his vocals have improved from his indie days, and I really love to hear him sing live. He's theatrical when it comes to his performance, and he does seem to take care of his voice. (Aside from the smoking, but he hasn't really smoked lately....I don't know.)
Anyway, I really feel like songs like Undying and Deux do showcase his talent very well.
1. Isshi formally of Kagrra,
I feel like I've said it so many times before that Isshi meant a lot to me. He was the introduction to the J-rock scene for me, and honestly there will never be a vocalist like him. I feel like a lot of bands may try to emulate what Kagrra, did and maybe succeed-but Isshi added something to the band that was just very special and very hard to replicate.
Isshi will forever be number one in my heart, no matter what happens.
