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Following my list of Top 50 Bands, I've decided to explore my Top 50 Male Solo Artists who have entertained and inspired me throughout my life.
The list includes singers from across many genres: pop, rock, folk, rap, R&B, and soul.
I will feature my favorite songs, and, occasionally, the top album pick for each artist.
Hope you enjoy! Here goes...
50. JOE JACKSON
I was introduced to English new wave singer Joe Jackson at a very early age. My family owned a record album of his, 1982's Night And Day, and that was how I got exposed to his cool music.
My favorite songs:
Is She Really Going Out With Him?
One More Time
Breaking Us In Two
You Can't Get What You Want (Till You Know What You Want)
Steppin' Out
The list includes singers from across many genres: pop, rock, folk, rap, R&B, and soul.
I will feature my favorite songs, and, occasionally, the top album pick for each artist.
Hope you enjoy! Here goes...
50. JOE JACKSON
I was introduced to English new wave singer Joe Jackson at a very early age. My family owned a record album of his, 1982's Night And Day, and that was how I got exposed to his cool music. My favorite songs:
Is She Really Going Out With Him?
One More Time
Breaking Us In Two
You Can't Get What You Want (Till You Know What You Want)
Steppin' Out
Last edited by mojofilter; 10-11-15 at 10:50 PM.
Revered by many artists, including The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, and The Rolling Stones, as an inspiration and a rock 'n roll pioneer, and even though I do not know his entire catalog and was never a huge fan, Chuck Berry is one of the biggest legends in rock history.
I was exposed to Al Green's soulful music through the many movies in which his songs were featured. He's one of the greatest R&B singers of all time.
Arguably the best guitarist in rock history, Jimi also was an accomplished singer whose songs play like classic anthems.
I didn't get into Jackson Browne until a few years ago, and what I discovered was what an incredible singer he is. 
Buddy Holly was one of the pioneers of rock 'n roll in the 50's. He had such a huge impact on young musicians everywhere, including The Beatles.
Eddie was one of the coolest rockers of the 80's. His songs were all over the place. He was such an incredible talent that faded fast.
There is no way a list of the greatest solo artists could be compiled without mentioning one of the most magnificent musicians of our time, Mr. Ray Charles. I know some might think I've committed a crime by placing him just south of my Top 40, but I haven't thoroughly explored his catalog. If I revisit this list a few years from now, Ray might be somewhere in my Top 30..jpg)
Aside from being a legendary rock guitarist and accomplished recording artist, I always thought Eric Clapton was one of the coolest guys in the music business. 