as in singers
one who sings
hired a vocalist for their jazz band
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In response to the utterly baffling discussion as to whether people should be allowed to sing along with Wicked in theaters (absolutely not), Universal is rolling out a bunch of screenings specifically for the folks who fancy themselves background vocalists.
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Charles Pulliam-Moore, The Verge, 10 Dec. 2024
She was recently named the greatest pop star of the 21st century by Billboard and Rolling Stone categorized her as one of the greatest vocalists of all time.
—Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 9 Dec. 2024
Their life's playlist includes working as composers, vocalists, producers, instrumentalists, roadies, music directors and teachers.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 4 Dec. 2024
The extremely complex music calls for skilled vocalists and musicians.
—Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 4 Dec. 2024
While the vocalists are volunteers from area churches, paying for the orchestra, security, and decorations needed for the event costs upward of $8,000.
—Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 4 Dec. 2024
The rest of the album paints a more fleshed-out picture of coming up in the shadow of Thom Yorke and Lily Allen and landing in the Olivia Rodrigo era of powerhouse vocalists making killer rock songs.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 3 Dec. 2024
At one point, the two vocalists even nail a harmony together.
—Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 29 Nov. 2024
Since then, some artists have continued to lip-sync, while others have confirmed that their vocals are live — adding anticipation ahead of the 2024 New York City parade, which features renowned vocalists such as Idina Menzel and Cynthia Erivo.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024
Charles Pulliam-Moore, The Verge, 10 Dec. 2024
She was recently named the greatest pop star of the 21st century by Billboard and Rolling Stone categorized her as one of the greatest vocalists of all time.
—Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 9 Dec. 2024
Their life's playlist includes working as composers, vocalists, producers, instrumentalists, roadies, music directors and teachers.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 4 Dec. 2024
The extremely complex music calls for skilled vocalists and musicians.
—Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 4 Dec. 2024
While the vocalists are volunteers from area churches, paying for the orchestra, security, and decorations needed for the event costs upward of $8,000.
—Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 4 Dec. 2024
The rest of the album paints a more fleshed-out picture of coming up in the shadow of Thom Yorke and Lily Allen and landing in the Olivia Rodrigo era of powerhouse vocalists making killer rock songs.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 3 Dec. 2024
At one point, the two vocalists even nail a harmony together.
—Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 29 Nov. 2024
Since then, some artists have continued to lip-sync, while others have confirmed that their vocals are live — adding anticipation ahead of the 2024 New York City parade, which features renowned vocalists such as Idina Menzel and Cynthia Erivo.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024
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“Vocalists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vocalists. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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