British singers list of modern ones. My favorite English singers
20 The most influential female pop stars bring up the rear Gloria Estefan) is a 53-year-old Latin singer and songwriter who has won five Grammy Awards and sold over 90 million records.
On 19th place - Lily Allen- English pop singer, who won the 2010 Brit Awards nomination for best solo artist. The first single of Lily's second album, starting at number one in the British national chart, stayed there for a month, while the album itself became the top seller in the UK in the week of release.
18th occupies a line Canadian singer, songwriter, music producer and actress Nelly Furtado ( Nelly Furtado) ¸ who took part in the first serious show in 2001 and has since sold 25 million of her albums.
American singer, songwriter and actress, Pink ended up on 17th positions. Alecia Beth Moore became a popular performer in early 2000. Having since won 2 Grammy awards, 5 MTV awards Music Awards" and 2 Brit Awards, Pink was recognized as the best pop artist from 2000 to 2010 according to the American magazine Billboard. According to the same magazine, she became the 6th highest paid artist in 2009, earning $36 million in a year - and that’s just in the music industry.
16th became Amy Lee- vocalist of the group "Evanescence", whose repertoire includes the album "Fallen" - one of eight albums in the history of rock that whole year spent in the US Top 50. The band's music sounds at ten feature films And computer games, and behind its composition there are as many as 2 Grammy awards.
On 15th line of the most popular and best-selling - Kylie Minogue - Australian singer, actress and songwriter. Since launching her career in 1987, the 42-year-old pop star has achieved record sales of more than $100 million (including sales of 40 million albums and 60 million singles). In addition, Kylie was awarded the Order of the British Empire for her services to music.
14th the place went to a Canadian singer, songwriter, producer and actress Alanis Morissette. The star, who began his career in 1984, was still in adolescence, has since sold more than 40 million albums worldwide.
Shania Twain- Canadian singer, rightfully called one of the most successful contemporary country singers in the world, has become 13th . The singer's seven singles reached number one on the US country charts; her third album is in 7th place in general list best-selling albums in Canadian history. Shania is also currently the only performer in the world to have been awarded Diamond albums three times in a row.
On 12th line is located Amy Winehouse(Amy Winehouse) is an English singer performing soul-pop with jazz motifs, recognized by critics as one of the leading British performers of the 2000s. Amy's career includes 6 Grammy nominations and wins in 5 categories.
11th turned out to be Shakira - Colombian singer, dancer, songwriter, composer, music producer and philanthropist, who performed 150 concerts in 100 cities in 37 countries in 2005. That year, over 2,300,000 people attended her concerts around the world.
American pop singer, actress and former model Whitney Houston ( Whitney Houston) closed 10 the most influential women, who conquered the world with their vocals. The star, having sold more than 170 million albums and singles worldwide, entered the list of " Rolling Stone Magazine" as one of 100 greatest performers of all times.
On 9th positions - Beyonce- American R&B singer, music producer, actress, dancer and model, declared the most successful performer of the 2000s by Billboard. and main radio performer last decade. Having sold more than 35 million albums and singles in the United States, in 2010 the singer was ranked second in Forbes' "100 Most Powerful and Influential Celebrities in the World."
8th the place, according to Entertainment Weekly magazine, was deserved by the American pop singer, dancer and actress Christina Aguilera, who has sold more than 42 million albums worldwide and is ranked 20th on Billboard's Artist of the Decade list.
Mariah Carey - American pop singer, producer and actress - on 7th top 20 line. Having sold over 100 million albums worldwide, Mariah was named the best-selling pop singer of the millennium. According to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), she is the third most popular singer in the world.
42-year-old Canadian singer, actress, songwriter and businesswoman Celine Dion ( Celine Dion) became 6th , thanks to sales of over 200 million albums worldwide. Celine is also the only female artist to have sold over two million singles in the UK.
5 the most influential singers opens Cyndi Lauper- American pop singer, songwriter and actress, winner of the Grammy and Emmy awards. 57-year-old Cindy's total record sales, which include 11 albums and more than 40 singles, exceed 25 million copies.
4th the position went to Tina Turner- American singer and actress, whose music career lasted more than 50 years. With approximately 180 million records sold worldwide, Tina is a multi-award-winning singer whose achievements in rock music have rightly earned her the title of "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll."
Bronze the medal was awarded Cher- American pop singer, songwriter, actress, director and music producer. The 64-year-old singer is one of the few people whose awards include an Oscar, a Grammy, an Emmy and three Golden Globes for her work in the film, music and television industries.
American singer Britney Spears- on honorary 2nd place. She is recognized as the best-selling female artist of the 2000s and the fifth best-selling artist of all time. In June 2010, the pop star took sixth place in the Forbes ranking of the world's 100 greatest and most influential.
Headed the same rating of the most popular and best-selling performers in pop Madonna- American singer, songwriter, producer, dancer, actress, director and screenwriter, as well as the most commercial successful singer, who sold greatest number of their records among all: more than 200 million albums and 100 million singles. In 2008, the artist, who deservedly bears the title of “Queen of Pop,” was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
A little about English performers and their songs that have become hits of all time!
The most famous English singers and groups.
The UK and the USA are famous for their performers on a global scale; in particular, these countries are considered the birthplace of rock. The most extensive development of the genre of this music took place in Great Britain, where the famous Beatles, Elton John, Take That, etc. appeared. Therefore, in terms of creativity and art, the British are very talented and famous, because many people from this country became world famous.
Music groups in Britain.
Business card of everything musical creativity country became the musical group " The Beatles", but the world has heard a lot and The Rolling The Stones, who are among the most influential in rock history musical groups. “The Beatles” is a legend of world culture that has long become a classic, in whose name a museum and a monument to the yellow boat glorified in their songs were specially created.
Since 1990, electronic-oriented music has entered the world. Soon the name of this group became known - “Prodigy”. Hurts, focused on the electropop genre, became an equally influential group. It is interesting that Hurts arose completely by chance, and the band members initially communicated only via the Internet - Anderson sent tracks by mail, and Hutchcraft was responsible for the vocals.
The group "Take That" is known to many girls who respect the 90s. The group's repertoire includes an interesting ballad « Babe » , which you can listen to in any mood. Take That consists of five guys who were at the peak of their popularity among teenage girls.
Popular English singers.
Who doesn't know about Elton John? For many, familiarity with English music starts with this person. Black singer Seal also popular in the UK because... has a beautiful male voice. But with musical accompaniment Simply Red you can have romantic meetings, because the voice of this fiery Englishman unobtrusively sets you in a harmonious mood. George Michael's ballads are no less charming.
Music is a happy component in our life. When we are under stress, music can help us heal our Bad mood. Beautiful music it needs singers who have an amazing voice to be a component. With their beautiful voices along with their fiery styles, they are becoming popular in the entertainment industry. Today, we present to you the top 10, the most popular foreign singers in 2017. If you want to know who the most popular singer in the West, enjoy reading the list below.
Rihanna was born in St. Michael, Barbados in 1988 and she is a famous Barbadian singer, actress and fashion designer. She started her singing career in 2005 and her first debut album“The Sun” was released the same year. Betting on singing career and with great effort, she received 22 awards Billboard Music Awards, 6 Grammy Awards and many others. In 2012, she took fourth place as the most influential celebrity according to Forbes magazine. In the same year, she became the most popular singer.
Born in London, England in 1988, Adele is a singer and songwriter. She began her singing career in 2006 after a friend posted her demo on MySpace and brought her to the attention of XL Recordings. Two years after signing the contract, her first album comes out and makes her famous. Later, the second album sold over 26 million copies worldwide. Moreover, she was awarded 6 Grammy Awards because of her beautiful voice for the movie “007”. Coordinates: "Skyfall". Due to her many achievements as well as her talent in her singing career, she is the second most popular singer in 2015.
A charismatic and gentle singer, Taylor Swift was born in Pennsylvania, United States in 1989. At the age of 14, she began her singing career. She is best known for her country songs, which have earned her 11 Country Music Association awards. Her soft and beautiful voice reaches out to the public, making her debut album sell out quickly and be downloaded frequently. Due to all these reasons, she is known as the third most popular singer in 2015.
Lady Gaga recognized crazy artist. Her clothes, painted and dance style so whimsical and bright. However, she is one of the most popular singers in 2015. She has won many awards, including 5 Grammys. Her debut album “The Fame” made her famous as it sold millions of copies. She was born in New York, USA in 1986.
Shakira is not only famous singer, but she is also a choreographer, songwriter and model. She attracts the attention of the public with her very entertaining performance. No other singers can actually move the hip spiral beautifully just like her. She won countless awards with her debut album “Hips Don’t Lie.” Among the numerous awards: Grammy, Billboard Music Awards and others. She was born in Atlantico, Colombia in 1977.
Born in California, USA in 1984. Katy Perry became famous with her single "Ur So Gay", released in 2007. She has won numerous awards including Guinness World Records and is known as the highest paid woman in music according to Forbes magazine.
A popular American singer, songwriter and actress, Beyoncé was born in Texas, USA in 1981. She has been a very popular singer for at least one decade due to her cute and beautiful voice. She puts all her efforts into the entertainment industry and tries to find fashion, dance and hairstyles to keep fans attracted to her around the world. She ranks 7th in the TOP 10 list of the most popular singers in 2015.
Miley Cyrus began her career as a singer in 2006 when she appeared as Miley Stewart in the Disney Channel television series Hannah Montana. She emerged to later become a teen idol. Although there is a lot of criticism about her nudity and seductive antics, while on stage, she tries her best and doesn't let those critics ruin her fame. And after all, she is still one of the most popular singers to this day. She was born in 1992, in Tennessee, USA
The penultimate most popular singer in 2015 is Jennifer Lopez, who was born in New York, USA in 1969. In 1980, she began singing professionally. She remains the most popular singer in the world and has one of the best-selling albums worldwide. She is not only a singer, but also an actress, fashion designer and songwriter.
The least, but not the most popular singer in 2015, Cheryl Cole was born in Newcastle upon Tyne, England in 1983. She began her career in 1990 as a singer and later became a songwriter, dancer, entrepreneur, model and TV presenter. Her stunning body of work along with her unique voice has captured the hearts of fans all over the world.
Great Britain is an island country in northwestern Europe, creative personalities which are known all over the world. Many may not agree with this rating. This list was compiled based on factors such as originality and social or cultural impact, which means that some bands you might expect to see on the list are missing.
1. The Beatles
Still the undisputed champion British music The Beatles remain, even three decades after their breakup. Founded in Liverpool in 1960, they remain the most influential band of the rock era, having pioneered more pop music than any other group in the world.
The Beatles remain the best-selling group in both the UK and the US. Over the course of their relatively short career they have scored an incredible number of UK chart toppers.
2. Oasis
Oasis were formed in 1991 and quickly rose to fame, media mass media The similarities between the group and The Beatles have often been commented on. Long-term public interest in the group remained high but not exceptional.
Their sound took inspiration from creativity early rock bands. In many ways, the band belongs to the Alternative Rock genre. Their songs have reached number one in the British charts eight times.
3. The Kinks
Influential English pop rock a band with roots in Rhythm & Blues, Music Hall and Country music. Recognized as one of the most significant contributors to British music, The Kinks have continued to captivate audiences for nearly four decades. Hailing from Muswell Hill in London, The Kinks achieved tremendous success in the UK and later in America.
4. The Clash
The Clash is a British musical group formed in 1976 in London, influenced by the music and image of the punk rock group Sex Pistols. The Clash are one of the first and most famous performing groups punk rock. Despite the band's great popularity in the punk scene, they also experimented with other musical styles, from reggae to hip-hop. Such a breadth of musical range, political uncompromisingness, concerts full of energy and provocations brought The Clash uncharacteristic for punk major success at home and abroad.
5.Queen
The English rock band is known for its quasi-operatic signature sound and live concerts. The group "Queen" was created in 1970, and its founders are Roger Taylor and Brian May. Later Freddie Mercury joined the team, who came up with the main name of the group. Before Freddie, the band included bassists Mike Grow, Barry Mitchell, and Doug Bogey. They were replaced by John Deacon, who remained in the musical community for many years.
6. Pink Floyd
The British group has retained fans all over the world for more than thirty years of its existence. Having developed within the framework of the psychedelic underground, the group’s creativity developed further in the mainstream of art rock - not by chance developed by the musicians musical style sometimes called psychedelic art rock. Over time, their work has undergone significant changes, but the best of what has been achieved has always been preserved and the group has never lost its taste for further experiments. The group's innovation manifested itself not only in music, but also in the use of the latest technical achievements in studio work and at concerts. Thus, the group was one of the first to use laser and quadraphonic equipment, demonstrated slides, films, animation, etc.
7. Led Zeppelin
Formed in London in 1968, Led Zeppelin are considered one of the pioneers of the genre of music Hard Rock / Heavy Metal. At the center of the group were the songwriting talents of guitarist Jimmy Page and the composing abilities of keyboardist John Paul Jones.
8. The Stone Roses
The Stone Roses - British rock band, who was one of the leaders of the “Manchester wave” at the turn of the 1980-1990s. Their 1989 debut album The Stone Roses quickly became a classic in the UK.
9. The La's
British rock band from Liverpool, popular from the mid-1980s to the early 1990s. Singer, songwriter and guitarist Lee Mavers is the band's most popular member thanks to the hit "There She Goes". The group was formed by Mike Badger in 1984, and Mavers joined the group shortly after the group gained popularity.
10. The Streets
Mike Skinner, better known by his stage name The Streets is a rapper from Birmingham, England who pioneered the introduction of socio-political themes into the British 2-step/grime movement.
11. Slade
In 1974, the English magazine "Pop today" wrote the following about them: "There haven't been many rock bands until now that have brought so many radical innovations and changes to their stage image, would be distinguished by such a characteristic image: clothes, style, manners". Many critics call Slade the most melodic rock band since The Beatles, but also "the most underrated... which was literally destroyed by clever journalists".
12. T. Rex
British rock band formed in 1967 in London under the name Tyrannosaurus Rex as the acoustic folk-rock duo of Marc Bolan and Steve Peregrine Took. Were one of the the brightest representatives"British Underground". In 1969 the name was shortened to T. rex; having achieved great success in the British charts in the early 1970s, the group became one of the leading members of the glam rock movement and lasted until Bolan's death in 1977.
Top 12 best British musical groups updated: August 16, 2017 by: Ekaterina Kadurina
