layne staley is one of the greatest vocalist in rock history not just the grunge

@josephskiles

5 жыл бұрын

Layne was a God damn national treasure, the world lost a huge talent the day he passed

@wessol6698

5 жыл бұрын

HELL YEAH

@sineater456

5 жыл бұрын

Damn right!

@nkeppy123

5 жыл бұрын

agreed

@peterbodi5400

5 жыл бұрын

Yes Layne was special! He had a unique powerfull voice, and he was a beautiful soul! He's music and art keeps me alive all day everyday! And for me he is the greatest rock singer of all time!

I love kurt and all, but holy shit layne was so talented

@roxannemoser

4 жыл бұрын

Kurt knew about 4 notes and 3 chords.

@alecwesterholm9122

3 жыл бұрын

You're opinion lol kurt AND Layne were awesome, end of Statment...

@ganerus5293

3 жыл бұрын

@@roxannemoser All he needed was 4 notes and 3 chords,

@pipebombhs1412

3 жыл бұрын

@@roxannemoser and he made those 3 chords sound better than any other compliacted stuff. That right there is talent suck it

@nicholashooper9935

3 жыл бұрын

I love Chris and used to think he had the greatest voice of all,but as I've gotten older it's the emotion in Laynes voice that makes him number one for me

Layne Staley. Never gets the credit he deserves.

@stal9425

4 жыл бұрын

Have you seen any of the comments

@Fallen58Angel

4 жыл бұрын

@@stal9425 fans comment.

@Fallen58Angel

4 жыл бұрын

@@scottthewozznijak359 the hell you talking about. Kurt is the front runner of the Seattle scene.

@jamesrich3426

4 жыл бұрын

@@scottthewozznijak359 That's gotta be sarcasm, cuz Cobain definitely gets plenty of credit!

@guilhermehernandesminhoto9294

4 жыл бұрын

I think Layne and Kurt are the best grunge vocalists without a doubt

To be fair tho, don't forget Jerry Cantrell. Him and Layne made a stunning vocal duo.

@griffm3

2 жыл бұрын

Mad Season had no Jerry. Go have a listen with Layne and Mccreadys excellence

@TheStepmonkey

Жыл бұрын

Yea but Layne was the frontman of AiC, Jerry was just the guitar player and songwriter.

@gettimabodybag6213

Жыл бұрын

YES.....They harmonized perfectly together...Good call mate.

@CenterThePendulum

Жыл бұрын

@@griffm3Mad Season’s probably well known to everyone commenting in this thread and knows the difference. Go listen to Cornell singing Mad Season with the Seattle Symphony, he improves both Staley and Lanegan’s parts

@IRequireMedication

11 ай бұрын

Can't agree with you there mate. Cornell and Staley were the two best vocalists out of that era (and honestly right up there all time) but Staley nudged him into second place@@CenterThePendulum

Damn, i never thought so many people would say Layne. I always had the feeling that he gets overlooked. But I am glad we all can appreciate that talent. Rest in Peace Chris, Kurt, Layne and Scott!

@HurtCow

5 жыл бұрын

And Andrew.

@renewasweissich

5 жыл бұрын

​@@HurtCow And of course Shannon Hoon.

@nataszasuarez6243

5 жыл бұрын

And Andrew.

@Inferno5465

4 жыл бұрын

Can't believe they're all gone :(

@mohsinpervez

4 жыл бұрын

rip kurt

Layne Staley is never given the credit or accolades that were due. He didn't have to stomp around a stage or have a "grunge" look. He captivated an audience not just by the words, but how he sang them. You could feel his torment with his yeah's and ooh's ("Love, Hate, Love") or even a simple "We" and "My" ("Nutshell"). That man could sing the high notes, as well as the low. If you want a good laugh, watch guest singers try to sing "Would?" They try, but they can't hit that high note in the first chorus verse of "Into the flood again..." Layne was a class that can't be defined by "grunge" or any one simple genre. That's what made him such a great vocalist. ❤

@ryno9508

5 жыл бұрын

agreed. everyone who covers would sounds like garbage

@ConorMcgregor322

4 жыл бұрын

"never given the credit" Lmao look at the comments.

@ndhickson3599

4 жыл бұрын

Ry No Phil Anselmo did a pretty good job, way better than James Hetfield

@Stan_Halen

4 жыл бұрын

@@ConorMcgregor322 As in publicly by the media and music industry....

@muhammad608

3 жыл бұрын

Dimash is the greatest legend of all time better than Freddie Mercury, Michael Jackson & Prince combined He is also the greatest metal singer, better than Dio, Bruce Dickenson & Rob Halford combined. He is also the greatest grunge singer, better than Layne Staley, Chris Cornell and Eddie Vedder combined. He is also the greatest hip hop rapper, better than 2pac, biggie, eminem, rakim, nas, jay z combined Also he is the greatest dancer of all time, better than BTS, Fred Astaire, Michael Jackson combined also he is the greatest songwriter of all time better than Bob Dylan, Beatles, Stevie Wonder combined also he is the most versatile singer of all time, Better than Mike Patton also he can sing in 6000 different languages fluently and 1000 of music genres also he has the widest range of all time (10 octaves), Wider than Tim Storms, Adam Lopez & Georgia Brown combined Also he can sing the highest note (G11) than any male of female singer in history, higher than Georgia Brown (G10). Also he can sing better and higher than any Female singer, Better than Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston and Aretha Franklin combined. Also he is the greatest classical and modern opera singer of all time, better than Maria Callas, Enrico Caruso & Luciano Pavarotti combined. Also he is the greatest music composer of all time, better than Mozart & Beethoven combined Also he is the greatest guitarist of all time, better than Jimi Hendrix & Eddie Van Halen combined I wish all musicians and singers should bow down to king of vocals DIMASH Dimash is immortal and invincible.

the love given to layne makes me smile .. he spoke to me more than anyone of these guys ... and I I think he was the best.

@Xxrocknrollgod

3 жыл бұрын

You need to be attractive to be a good front man and he was ugly

@josi8569

3 жыл бұрын

@@Xxrocknrollgod tf man why don't you close your mouth

@Xxrocknrollgod

3 жыл бұрын

dat boi facts are facts. I just relay them. Try to keep emotions out of it

@-Sober-

Жыл бұрын

"you cant understand a user's mind, but try with your books and degrees. if you let yourself go and opened your mind, ill bet you'd be doin like me, and it aint so bad." "loneliness is not a phase. field of pain is where I graze serenity is far away. saw my reflection and cried. so little hope that I died." "hey ah na na, innocence is over... hey ah na na, confidence is broken... hey ah na na, I suspend my sorrow... hey ah na na, a romance is fallen" "id like to fly, but my wings have been so denied. burry me softly in this womb (oh I wanna be inside of you). I give this part of me for you (oh I wanna be inside of you). sand rains down and here I sit, holding rare flowers in a tomb (oh I wanna be inside of you). oh I wanna be inside." layne may not have written all of these lyrics, but he damn well made them what they are with his beautifully unmatched voice

Grunge was all about conveying honest, raw, unfiltered emotion and no one did that better than Layne Staley.

Layne Staley and Chris Cornell with all due respect to Kurt and Eddie.

@brodyhiniker5514

4 жыл бұрын

Ben Carlson the fuck are you talking about

@aaronjudd4870

4 жыл бұрын

@Ben Carlson yeah nah you havent heard eddie sing then. Eddie is an awesome vocalist tf.

@jamesrich3426

4 жыл бұрын

@Ben Carlson I don't understand why Weiland is usually left out of the conversation. He's not MY favorite, but whether or not you think he's the "best", he deserves a spot up there with the others imo.

Chris and Layne had the best vocals, for me it's impossible to choose only one

@kalielvictor196

5 жыл бұрын

Agree

@YouTubeViolates1A

5 жыл бұрын

I know Chis is a phenomenal singer, but his voice just doesn't appeal to me very much. The respect is definitely there though. Layne on the other hand...That's my idle as far as singing is concerned.

@AllisonChains64

4 жыл бұрын

@@KZreadViolates1A Same exact feeling, here!

@GoldenBoyDims

4 жыл бұрын

Except Chris is the better singer

@TeufelHunden927

4 жыл бұрын

Alejandro Carrasco Milan exactly my thoughts. Both so powerful, but I like Alice In Chain’s music better and Layne I think is more unique with his style.

Layne Staley is the only vocalist who could make my bones cry....

@angelaaltman864

2 жыл бұрын

I know this is an old post, but DAMN....you perfectly explained what it feels like when I hear Layne sing "I'd like to fly but my wings have been so denied".

@laurenlisieux

Жыл бұрын

Well said.

@pedrov.8087

6 ай бұрын

what?

I love them all, but Layne was the best. He put you through a rollercoaster of emotions, so raw, dark, tragic but beautiful, you felt his pain.

Layne Staley no one could create such creepy and haunting vocals yet beautiful in mad season rest in peace layne

@Fireglo

5 жыл бұрын

Tons of people could and can actually.

@OldNick00

5 жыл бұрын

Layne was the best of them

@njames6281

5 жыл бұрын

@@Fireglo who?

@vmb371

5 жыл бұрын

@@njames6281 Jeff Buckley, Chris Cornell, Myles Kennedy,Richie Kotzen, Maynard Keenan... to name a few. The first 4 I named are far better singers and composers than Layne Staley, also can create far creepier haunting vocals, better lyrics (their own lyrics actually) and put more emotion to what they sing. Also they all play other instruments and guitar while singing that good. You can have Layne Staley as your idol and favourite singer of all time, nothing wrong with that but don't say stupid things.

@aryfirnandy7970

5 жыл бұрын

Listen to Chris in seasons and you’ll know how haunting he could be

Everytime I listen to Layne sing I get goosebumps and I tear up . His singing is so emotional and hypnotic

@nataliestandley1979

17 күн бұрын

Same. Tear up listening to Layne. He sang to my soul.

Layne staley was a generational talent we may never hear a voice like his again r.i.p Layne staley

@TheStepmonkey

Жыл бұрын

I agree, he was probably the best in rock history

That "no one sings like you anymore" had hit me way too hard. I miss you Cornell.

Layne Staley most definitely. Chris Cornell is a CLOSE second because I saw him live with soundgarden a couple weeks before he died. It was amazing!

@cherigem

5 жыл бұрын

Lucky you!!

@robashton8606

5 жыл бұрын

@@cherigem Layne Staley was cool, but he didn't rock out the way Cornell did. Saw AIC in early '91 (supporting Megadeth, weirdly) and he just kinda...stood there. Maybe he was dopesick that night, I dunno. Cornell, on the other hand, was a whirling, head-banging, foot-stomping force of nature. They could both pull off the vocals live, though. For sure.

@cherigem

5 жыл бұрын

@@robashton8606 AGREE with you on that. He probably was on dope. Jerry Cantrell is awesome 3rd. I loved they way they haromonized. Even though STP was from L.A. I still put Scott in that category. I believe in one of the battle of bands in late 80's in Philly AIC soundgarden were there with Megadeth and others as well. my parents had me on lock down would not let me go!!!! Still angry till this day.

@mikee6666

5 жыл бұрын

@garden shine Yep. Not a huge fan of Soundgarden or Chris Cornell, but credit where credit's due - definitely one of the best, if not the best, vocalists in rock history. If you really listen to him and analyse his singing, there's not a lot to fault. Awesome range, could sing hard and soft with equal intensity, extreme vocal control; just an all-round excellent vocalist. Coupled with his lyrical skills, musicianship, and command of the stage, definitely agree that he was the best grunge frontman by a country mile.

@jordandenny6875

5 жыл бұрын

Vocally, that argument could easily be made, but because of longevity and early influence he was a more "quintessential frontman" Yes I copied this (it's mine) from another thread

Layne Staley is my favourite grunge vocalist. Just fucking awesome, haunting, crazy powerful vocals.

@mishaarabiev2493

4 жыл бұрын

Yes thats true hes the best

Eddie Vedder is the only surviving frontman from the grunge “Big 4”.

@lincolnchildress6539

4 жыл бұрын

He’s still “Alive”

@richarddittmer3983

4 жыл бұрын

And easily the least talented of them

@YoutubeSun1

4 жыл бұрын

I’m hoping this is due to the bubble wrap I ordered for him after Chris Cornell left this plane.

@antonreyes6567

4 жыл бұрын

Stone temple pilots, agreeeee! The "Big 5"

@alexnagy2044

4 жыл бұрын

Big 4 C'mon Man! Where the STP???!!! I hate that thing so every fookin' one forget they're! Those guys are really strong as a band and wrotes so many cool song. R.I.P Scott 🕊

Layne Staley, hands down, was the absolute best out of the 4. He's a damn rock god. His lyrics and pain that came through when he sang will *never ever* be matched. People like to say CC is better, but his live shows were never as fucking incredible as Layne's. I always felt a little underwhelmed when watching Chris because I always expected him to hit those paint-peeling notes, but he never really did deliver what we all knew he could do or at least did on the studio versions. Layne was even *better* live which is insane to think about knowing how perfect the studio versions were. Also, you guys should have a playlist for Layne or AIC during Layne's era. You guys obviously care for him enough to name a playlist "The Needle and the Damage Done," which was the title of a really shitty article that Rolling Stone Magazine wrote about Layne.

@ratedrhuxie1828

4 жыл бұрын

Have you ever watched his performance of beyond the wheel he performs it better than studio version.I do agree Layne having a great haunting voice and being better live singer but he didn't wrote most of the stuff on AIC's discography.And this video is about frontman not just a great live singer

@roxannemoser

4 жыл бұрын

When Layne put his right foot forward, you knew some shit was about to happen with his vocals. Pure Power!

@AllisonChains64

4 жыл бұрын

@@roxannemoser Hell yes!! I get chills every single time I watch him perform, without fail!!

@Wolfman-qb5cf

3 жыл бұрын

PREACH SISTER!! Totally agree Cobain is overrated

@AllisonChains64

3 жыл бұрын

@@ratedrhuxie1828 How in the hell did I not see your comment when it was the first one? I'm sorry about not replying way earlier! Yup, I've watched the live performance of Beyond The Wheel and it was spectacular, but I'm talking "paint-peeling" notes. Have you heard Black Rain? He hits high ass notes there which I expected to see in the live performances and never did, unfortunately.

Cornell just in terms of sheer ability. Layne always gives the feels though.

They're all equally as important and awesome in their own right. But my favourite front man is, Layne. Hands down.

@lilly9756

4 жыл бұрын

Internet Jesus this☝🏻

Layne Staley hands down. Not only in the grunge genre, He is easily one of the top 10 vocalists of all time.

@abigaillkruss8823

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree, love the other bands and frontmans but LAYNE STAYLE Will always be my favorite one, love him so much 💞

@muhammad608

3 жыл бұрын

Dimash is the greatest legend of all time better than Freddie Mercury, Michael Jackson & Prince combined He is also the greatest metal singer, better than Dio, Bruce Dickenson & Rob Halford combined. He is also the greatest grunge singer, better than Layne Staley, Chris Cornell and Eddie Vedder combined. He is also the greatest hip hop rapper, better than 2pac, biggie, eminem, rakim, nas, jay z combined Also he is the greatest dancer of all time, better than BTS, Fred Astaire, Michael Jackson combined also he is the greatest songwriter of all time better than Bob Dylan, Beatles, Stevie Wonder combined also he is the most versatile singer of all time, Better than Mike Patton also he can sing in 6000 different languages fluently and 1000 of music genres also he has the widest range of all time (10 octaves), Wider than Tim Storms, Adam Lopez & Georgia Brown combined Also he can sing the highest note (G11) than any male of female singer in history, higher than Georgia Brown (G10). Also he can sing better and higher than any Female singer, Better than Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston and Aretha Franklin combined. Also he is the greatest classical and modern opera singer of all time, better than Maria Callas, Enrico Caruso & Luciano Pavarotti combined. Also he is the greatest music composer of all time, better than Mozart & Beethoven combined Also he is the greatest guitarist of all time, better than Jimi Hendrix & Eddie Van Halen combined I wish all musicians and singers should bow down to king of vocals DIMASH Dimash is immortal and invincible.

@OGGOAT23

2 жыл бұрын

Cornell is top 3 vocalist of all time

@MrErock7

2 жыл бұрын

Thank god the world is finally waking up to Layne and his greatness

@chercher304

Жыл бұрын

Definitely in my top 3!!

Personally Layne was the best. His voice was just creepy, sad, and tortured. He genuinely sounded unhealthy and in pain while he sang, which really set his voice out from the others. Vocal teachers even have troubles replicating the vocal patterns in Alice in Chains songs, which might even be from him singing unhealthily, almost as if all that was left was his voice.

@TheStepmonkey

Жыл бұрын

Layne actually used healthy vocal techniques unlike Kurt Cobain. I think you mean he had the ability to express his pain and emotions through his voice.

@CenterThePendulum

Жыл бұрын

Cornell is the hardest to cover, especially tonally. He and Layne had the same vocal coach. Knowing a few rock instructors, I’ve only seen one figure it out and she and I did it together. And when we did, we agreed to not share it handily - like if you stumbled into the recipe for Coke, you cherish it and hold it as proprietary.

Layne was the best . Haunting vocals.

@justinb954

5 жыл бұрын

he was a metal singer

@krisfrederick5001

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, but he didn't do that alone. Jerry had a huge part in harmonizing

@donaldwestfall6143

4 жыл бұрын

They all were the best. You can't choose.

@williamdaniels8714

4 жыл бұрын

@@justinb954 He was a metal and grunge singer. I like to agree much of Alice was metal, but some songs are considered grunge.

Cornell was a great lyricist, vocalist, AND songwriters of all time. He wrote the main riffs to Soundgarden's greatest songs. Truly the best of all time imo

@MozTheBoz

4 жыл бұрын

He's a very underrated guitarist as well.

@ginastrazzi7650

3 жыл бұрын

Yes

@TheStepmonkey

Жыл бұрын

He was a good songwriter and vocalist but he lacked the stage presence and charisma of Layne or Kurt.

@CenterThePendulum

Жыл бұрын

@@TheStepmonkey Those aren’t that important - people who fall for stage presence think Bowie was amazing

@CenterThePendulum

Жыл бұрын

@@TheStepmonkeyFell On Black Days was quietly the best song of the era.

I thought I was the only one who thought Layne was the best, glad to see others that agree.

@TheStepmonkey

Жыл бұрын

We all agree

For me Layne will always be the greatest . I love his energy And Passion man .

Hands down, Layne Staley. Most underrated vocalist of all time!

@umgababa

5 жыл бұрын

Hes such a good voclalist

@mishaarabiev2493

4 жыл бұрын

Hes the best

@conallhomer6962

4 жыл бұрын

Zero Fret he is amazing tbf

@cornelloverfloater4231

4 жыл бұрын

This video is about Chris! In case you didn't realise.

@AbCdEf-hr2ki

4 жыл бұрын

Underrated? Almost every Metal fans in the world still and will continue to appreciate him

I'll never understand why people want to say who is the best or the worst. Music is not a competition. They have different tones, listeners have differents tastes.

@benskelly1217

5 жыл бұрын

Agreed.

@richardharrisjr.8862

5 жыл бұрын

Well said

@alliekat85

5 жыл бұрын

Truth

@melaniehorner6540

5 жыл бұрын

Exactly! Very well put. I’ll add that I’ve always had a soft spot for Mr Cornell but it has zero to do with his singing ❤️

@Fireglo

5 жыл бұрын

Except music IS a competition. Every artist is trying to be the best and best selling.

Man, Layne is my favorite.

The best vocalist: Layne Staley The best frontman: Scott Weiland

@nathankrikke6849

4 жыл бұрын

This is the correct answer. Either cornell or staley best vocalists, Scott was the best frontman by far, not even close.

@jimtim8805

4 жыл бұрын

William Gabriel Borges True. Vocalist wise either Chris or Layne. But frontman..Scott Weiland.

@coledoucette5116

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@ledsabbazepplath3889

4 жыл бұрын

Best surfer : Eddie Vedder

@marshalmagooo3899

4 жыл бұрын

No one compared to Weiland live

Layne! I was just rockin to some classic Alice In Chains yesterday!

Layne Staley is the greatest singer in the history of Rock and Roll. All due to respect to Chris Cornell, he was an incredible vocalist, but Layne was one in a million.

@CenterThePendulum

Жыл бұрын

Rankings from a trained singer who covers all these bands: Cornell > Staley > Weiland > Cobain > Vedder. Cornell sang both lower and higher than Layne, as a baritone whereas Layne was a tenor.

@IRequireMedication

11 ай бұрын

@@CenterThePendulum Sure, Cornell was the more technically gifted vocalist, but I rate Staley slightly higher because as an 'artist' he could stir up more emotion in his listeners. We were spoiled with abundance in the late 80's to mid 90's or so. There will never be, nor has there been, another era that touches the sheer talent of that time. I consider myself fortunate to have been a witness to it.

@moonylovesmusic

3 ай бұрын

Layne sings better and perfectly live.

I've got chills reading the comments, because Layne was my fav of all time, closely followed by Chris. And I'm a metalhead. RIP to both.💞

@juliecostigan

Жыл бұрын

I agree❤

@juliecostigan

Жыл бұрын

Layne and Chris are equally as good!

Chris Cornell is full of talent, but Layne Stayley is full of straight emotion. When he sang he felt every word, and made the audience do the same. I would probably agree that Chris Cornell is the most talented, but I think Layne was the best. Little disappointed this “Who was the best vocalist” video would have talked about the other singers, you know for more than like 15 seconds.

@jamesrich3426

4 жыл бұрын

I agree with everything you said... I was disappointed with the video too.

@alecwesterholm9122

3 жыл бұрын

Kurt was too , look into lyrics more deeply, but kurt and Layne were awesome

@CenterThePendulum

Жыл бұрын

Chris at the time was known as the guy who also had his personal life situated despite the dark content. Layne, Lanegan and others were barely holding on and spoke to it. BUT, pain is just one part of the human experience or emotion to convey musically.

Homer Simpson from sadgasm

@skyguy5587

5 жыл бұрын

Which he got his name from Soundgarden

@grantmclean8536

5 жыл бұрын

MARGERINE!

@acespades8747

5 жыл бұрын

Think with your head for once not your f*** a** big f*** dummie.

@jmtrainz2582

4 жыл бұрын

Ace Spades, you missed the joke.

@chili7627

4 жыл бұрын

@@acespades8747 wtf bro calm your big steroids ass down they were making a joke from the Simpson's do you not get that with your 2 brain cells you brainlit

Their can't be one. Cobain, Vedder, Staley and Cornell had their own distinctive sound. They are all amazing singers in their own way.

Kurt, Layne,Eddie , Chris,Scott. All these hit you in a different way. But truly their work gave us one the best decades of music and for me my personal favorite. Legends that will forever be remembered

Layne is my favorite but I loved them all.

Layne is the most powerful and harrowing voice of rock! 🎤🤘🏽

Layne staley without a doubt

@GabiBrooks

5 жыл бұрын

Amen!

Layne Staley is bigger than grunge. Hes absolutely one of the biggest rock vocalist of all time.

Layne could sing circles around the rest... and the rest are all badass! That's just how complete Layne Staley was. Once in a lifetime vocalist!

@broken_arrow_1179

Жыл бұрын

Chris and Layne are equal at least, Layne couldn’t sing circles around Cornell… they could both sing circles around the rest

@botgamingcodm5808

Жыл бұрын

Better than Cornell?nah

@filipkolasny908

Жыл бұрын

Him and Cornell are equals - AIC fan

It’s a hard choice between Chris Cornell and Layne Stanly. But my opinion is definitely Chris! God bless their souls!!

@marcoramirez313

5 жыл бұрын

Staley

@marcoramirez313

5 жыл бұрын

Crazy Horse rip Chris

@themajestyofthenightsky9436

5 жыл бұрын

They Sold their Souls....

@Mxulin

4 жыл бұрын

Staley in my opinion

Scott Weiland should 100% be included here. 1st goes to Staley though

@jeremyc9593

5 жыл бұрын

Agree and agree. I'll always love Weiland, and AIC is in my top 5 bands of all time.

@kungfury6410

5 жыл бұрын

Very good point. His presence in Sex Type Thing was next level good. It’s Lane for sure but Scott had epic stage presence

@alexisgabriel5468

4 жыл бұрын

Agree with the Scott W part but Chris Cornell is #1

@mtotboli7189

4 жыл бұрын

Chris cornell.

@ozkrhills9624

4 жыл бұрын

Yes..instead kurt cobain

I used to think layne never got the credit he deserved, but reading these comments tells me otherwise haha. They’re all phenomenal in their own way may they all Rest In Peace.

@djtrendsetta5766

6 ай бұрын

Yeah, it tells me somethin' too; that Millennials are delusional.

Laynes voice is so damn powerful and speaks to my soul . Wish he was still here. Helped me thru a lot. Shout out to jerry too cause his skills are rediculous

Everyone has there opinion, but Layne gets my vote.

@zachf6053

4 жыл бұрын

their

@KodieGregory

4 жыл бұрын

Chris Cornell blows layne away. Layne was incredible don’t get me wrong, but Chris was just untouchable

@inasible

4 жыл бұрын

I think all are different so no comparative possible or fair but Chris it was like the old bro that maintain a lot of groups bond, I think the video talks about that role

@duncan3998

3 жыл бұрын

Facts. It's like saying who is better. Freddie Mercury or Michael Jackson.

@muhammad608

3 жыл бұрын

Dimash is the greatest legend of all time better than Freddie Mercury, Michael Jackson & Prince combined He is also the greatest metal singer, better than Dio, Bruce Dickenson & Rob Halford combined. He is also the greatest grunge singer, better than Layne Staley, Chris Cornell and Eddie Vedder combined. He is also the greatest hip hop rapper, better than 2pac, biggie, eminem, rakim, nas, jay z combined Also he is the greatest dancer of all time, better than BTS, Fred Astaire, Michael Jackson combined also he is the greatest songwriter of all time better than Bob Dylan, Beatles, Stevie Wonder combined also he is the most versatile singer of all time, Better than Mike Patton also he can sing in 6000 different languages fluently and 1000 of music genres also he has the widest range of all time (10 octaves), Wider than Tim Storms, Adam Lopez & Georgia Brown combined Also he can sing the highest note (G11) than any male of female singer in history, higher than Georgia Brown (G10). Also he can sing better and higher than any Female singer, Better than Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston and Aretha Franklin combined. Also he is the greatest classical and modern opera singer of all time, better than Maria Callas, Enrico Caruso & Luciano Pavarotti combined. Also he is the greatest music composer of all time, better than Mozart & Beethoven combined Also he is the greatest guitarist of all time, better than Jimi Hendrix & Eddie Van Halen combined I wish all musicians and singers should bow down to king of vocals DIMASH Dimash is immortal and invincible.

Idk about best “front man” ever but Layne is was and always will be my favorite vocalist, harmonist and lyricist in the whole wide world. Period.

@alexknowlton4038

5 жыл бұрын

GypsyRock Jerry Cantrell was responsible for most of the harmonies and many many of the lyrics.

@Footsoldier1234

5 жыл бұрын

@@alexknowlton4038 Not sure about that. More of the album is Layne doubling his vocals, though Jerry takes over for the live shows. I haven't exactley counted, but at the very least, most of their songs included both.

@alexknowlton4038

5 жыл бұрын

Junior M Cantrell was absolutely the chief songwriter, musically and lyrically. Jerry doesn’t “double” vocals, they harmonize, it’s what gives the band their iconic vocal sound. C’mon now.

@alexknowlton4038

5 жыл бұрын

Cantrell WROTE the parts.

@Footsoldier1234

5 жыл бұрын

@@alexknowlton4038 They do double Layne's vocals. Not on everything, but they absolutely do. No one said anything about songwriting, you already seem on the defensive for Jerry, or your own knowledge on the band. Again, I haven't counted, but I give their harmonies to the live shows, and dubs on the album. Jerry himself stated he did not want to sing early on because "We got that guy", and it was Layne who inspired him to do it. Layne doubles on Sickman, while Jerry harmonizes in the live performances. That's just one example.

I can't believe they are making me do this but I am going with Layne Staley. But if you told me that you believe its Kurt, Chris, or Eddie I would not fight you.

Layne staley had a natural power to his voice that he could resonated deep down and would come bellowing out his mouth like no other he was and will be always a legend

R.I.P. Chris you're deeply, deeply missed! But Layne Staley's the best frontman by far, so i'll put it this way: 1. Layne Staley 2. Chris Cornell 3. Eddie Vedder 4. Kurt Cobain 5. Shannon Hoon 6. Scott Weiland 7. Andrew Wood 8. Mark Lanegan 9. Mark Arm

@nachomax7475

5 жыл бұрын

Best list

@santiagomartinez5500

5 жыл бұрын

Honestly i put Scott in the 3rd place instead of Eddie, he was a great singer and most important thing, he was a great showman, no one can do a great show in the way of Scott. It's my humble opinion

@alecoram7874

5 жыл бұрын

Here's my COMPLETELY SUBJECTIVE list (more 90s alt than "grunge"): Scott Weiland - STP, Velvet Revolver Layne Stayley - AiC, Mad Season Perry Farrell - Jane's Addiction Shannon Hoon - Blind Melon Chris Cornell - Soundgarden, Audioslave Kurt Cobain - Nirvana Mark Arm - Green River, Mudhoney Andy Wood - Mother Love Bone All legends in their own way.

@paulmccartney8090

5 жыл бұрын

@@alecoram7874 Nice list man just needs a little fix: Layne Staley - AiC, Mad Season, Class Of '99 Kurt Cobain - Fecal Matter, Nirvana Chris Cornell - Soundgarden, Audioslave, Temple Of The Dog There you go ;)

@yashjoshi9934

5 жыл бұрын

Hahahhahahhahaha ..... That's cute man

Chris really left more of a legacy behind than Layne Layne was very talented. God Rest their Souls! LS/CC

Gotta go with Layne. No one sounds like him. You could really feel what he sang

@s3lfFish

3 жыл бұрын

And who sounds like Kurt ?

@Xxrocknrollgod

3 жыл бұрын

Na

@TheStepmonkey

Жыл бұрын

@@s3lfFish A lot of people

@s3lfFish

Жыл бұрын

@@TheStepmonkey really ? like who ?

@CenterThePendulum

Жыл бұрын

@@s3lfFishGavin Rossdale has a better sounding voice in the “Kurt” category for one.

Love all 4 bands, all 4 lead singers. Saw all of them live. When Layne was on he was on a whole different level. Really wish he could have conquered his demons.

@MichaelMitchell-eo6cb

3 жыл бұрын

Great talent but unfortunately the only demon was drugs! We all have some small demons especially baby boomers but drugs are the reason they get amplified!

Layne Staley....much more than just a "frontman"

@hansgrueber8169

5 жыл бұрын

lol...what else? heroine junkie?

@josephcorley3669

5 жыл бұрын

@@hansgrueber8169 unfortunately he was, but as with anyone, your child, family member, friend, you have to look for the good in people. You have to do your best to steer them in right direction, as difficult as it is with addiction. I have lost many friends from it, literally seen the carnage, from finding them the next day to seeing the life leave their bodies. Stale confusion is the only way I can describe it, as death comes and goes, and you can't change the outcome. The passing of anyone close to you hurts, just forgive, remember the best and heal. Luckily, Layne left us with a lot. So, as your statement is factual, it's not how many of us remember him. Layne was a F'n powerhouse, and a gentle soul, all wrapped into one. Anyone that knows his story, knows he lost his battle, admitted his faults, and crawled away like an old dog. Had he been wired just a little different, he may still be around, who knows... All listed could be the best in their own respect, but as with about any grunge/90's Rock debate, Layne wins by Landslide. I respect everyone's opinion, so this was no means a reach for argument man, just my perspective. RIP Layne.

@Messihaz

5 жыл бұрын

@@hansgrueber8169 I know that failed abortions tend to be edgy sad cunts but for the love of god, respect yourself and see a psychiatrist

@alejandrotellez2962

4 жыл бұрын

Pretty sure the video is talking about being a frontman, nothing more.

@williamdaniels8714

4 жыл бұрын

@@hansgrueber8169 Listen to Layne's live performance at the Moore Theatre. It proves his vocal ability. He did drugs, but it isn't what he should be remembered for.

Layne or Chris, can't decide

I'm a 42-year-old man, Nutshell still brings tears to my eyes when it starts. Layne was a different type of person to this world. My 64-year-old mother listens and enjoys, my 21-year-old son has posters of Layne and Jerry. Chris was amazing too and Kurt had the sauce... AIC is by far the best of all in every aspect. I don't feel they need to be compared and love that they are among each other. They were all a gift and their touch will be felt for generations.

Layne is one of the best EVER IMO, not just in grunge. I'd say range wise Cornell hands down, but Layne had this explosive, volatile yet haunting voice which I will never EVER forget. Always will be my number 1 for the sheer emotion he evokes out of me.

I thought I'd pick Chris. But then I heard Love,hate,love by Alice in Chains........

@AllisonChains64

4 жыл бұрын

And you were never the same lmao. Welcome to the club!

@Fernando-eg8sf

4 жыл бұрын

Then listen to beyond the Wheel by Soundgarden

@haydentronnes9539

4 жыл бұрын

Ahmad Safwan love hate love live at the Moore makes every other live performance by anyone seem less incredible

@SrbijaCG

4 жыл бұрын

Now listen to Beyond the Wheel by Soundgarden and count the octaves, then make a decision.

@haydentronnes9539

4 жыл бұрын

apollo11bb octaves doesn’t equal quality. Chris is a top three vocalist for me, but not just because of his range. Layne ranks higher on my list because I find his voice more impressive.

No one can sings like Cc thats it 😇🙏

@adriantomo5688

5 жыл бұрын

no one sings like him anymore

@ranjitapotsangbam5337

5 жыл бұрын

🙏🤘Rip Cc😢

@Footsoldier1234

5 жыл бұрын

Well, actually there are a few, Freddy Mercury for one. I would say no one can sing like Layne Staley, and oh boy do we know many have tried. Cornell's voice was pure talent, Layne's was talent and emotion. So I'd say it depends on your preference. Chris gives me goosebumps with his high notes, layne gives me goosebumps with his haunting dark angel beautiful voice.

Layne Staley favourite and best vocalist next to Chester Bennington but Chris was amazing too third on my list

Chris Cornell is the most talented musician who ever walked on this Earth. Everything he did became legendary: Soundgarden, Temple of the Dog, Audioslave and his solo stuff.

@MSA

4 жыл бұрын

Not the most talented musician, but an amaaaaazing musician anyways, great composer, incredible lyricist and one of the best singers EVER

@fabiankellquist4630

4 жыл бұрын

@@foxy781 😂😂 Lol ye u keep telling yourself that kiddo

@abigaillkruss8823

3 жыл бұрын

Yes he was a beast, but LAYNE STAYLE is the boss

@toad2117

3 жыл бұрын

Abiga ill Kruss no, Alice In Chains and Layne Staley are nothing compared to Chris Cornell and Soundgarden. Everything Chris Cornell touched became great, and Soundgarden had some of the best musicians of the decade with Matt Cameron on Drums, Ben Shepherd on Bass and Kim Thayil on lead guitar

@abigaillkruss8823

3 жыл бұрын

@@toad2117 ok, for me is Layne Staley and Alice in Chains, by the way i love Chris Cornell and soundgarden too

Alice in chains

Layne even sounded better live. he was the king. RIP

Damn so many people praising Layne makes me feel pretty happy he's the one dude I got a specific Playlist with music he's sang in and on my way to work I always bump it and sing to it and practice one of the most beautiful yet haunting voices I've ever heard

@TheStepmonkey

Жыл бұрын

IKR, Layne deserves all the love 💗

Layne Staley is for me the ultimate of all the ultimates that ever ultimated.!

The top 4 are all legends and all different. Why compare, let’s just enjoy the fact that the early 90’s put out some of the best frontmen in the history of rock.

@abigaillkruss8823

3 жыл бұрын

Agree but LAYNE is the boss

Nirvana is my fav band but Layne is easily the best frontman.

@YouTubeViolates1A

5 жыл бұрын

I don't care about Nirvana much, but I appreciate the fact that you said that. I agree with you on Layne Staley being the best 100%.

@KodieGregory

4 жыл бұрын

dadmumdarrenV2 Chris Cornell was technically, physically, and all around better as a vocalist abd front man than layne was.

@watanukiaprilfirst.

4 жыл бұрын

@@KodieGregory Range doesn't mean to be better IMO

@YouTubeViolates1A

4 жыл бұрын

@Michael H. Soundgarden and Alice in Chains were relatively well-known before Nirvana.

@YouTubeViolates1A

4 жыл бұрын

@Michael H. Yeah, blown up to the point where grunge was being played on the same stations as shitty pop songs.

All were equally the best and talented. But Layne was very special he can really hit the notes.

Your legacy cannot be surpassed "Noone sings like you anymore!! RIP CHRIS CORNELL

Layne Staley is my personal favorite. Loved his vocals.

Layne was the best of all... But Chris was good too

Layne Staley had one of the best voices not just in grunge, but of all time

@TheStepmonkey

Жыл бұрын

I agree!!

Im glad to see everybody gives the first place to Layne.

Layne. All amazing artists respectfully. But not a single album of the other artists could hold there own against Dirt.

@jeremyc9593

5 жыл бұрын

Or even Jar of Flies.

@abigaillkruss8823

3 жыл бұрын

Wise words, Dirt just kills every other album

@toad2117

3 жыл бұрын

Lmao except for Ten, Nevermind, Superunknown, In Utero and Badmotorfinger

@beaug6126

3 жыл бұрын

Ten,VS, Temple of the dog, sixteen stone by bush, rage against the machines fist album are all better song for song. Plus every song is poor pitiful me shit like a emo kid, the needle hurts so good type of shit lol

@toad2117

3 жыл бұрын

beau g don’t forget Superunknown!

My top 3 1. Layne Staley 2. Scott Weiland 3. Chris Cornell Its a shame they all passed...

Top 10 grunge frontmen: #10: Mark Lanegan (Screaming Trees) #9: Mark Arm (Mudhoney) #8: Jerry Cantrell (Alice In Chains, he counts because he was co-frontman with Layne Staley) #7: Andrew Wood (Mother Love Bone) #6: Buzz Osborne (Melvins) #5: Eddie Vedder (Pearl Jam) #4: Scott Weiland (Stone Temple Pilots) #3: Kurt Cobain (Nirvana) #2: Chris Cornell (Soundgarden) #1: Layne Staley (Alice In Chains)

@la213blanco

4 жыл бұрын

I’m very ok with this. Buzz was a surprise

@MrErock7

2 жыл бұрын

Great list

@reginageorge8080

Жыл бұрын

I can agree with this

no one sings like you anymore! :( we love live you chris cornel

Layne singing transcends everything else

@muhammad608

3 жыл бұрын

Dimash is the greatest legend of all time better than Freddie Mercury, Michael Jackson & Prince combined He is also the greatest metal singer, better than Dio, Bruce Dickenson & Rob Halford combined. He is also the greatest grunge singer, better than Layne Staley, Chris Cornell and Eddie Vedder combined. He is also the greatest hip hop rapper, better than 2pac, biggie, eminem, rakim, nas, jay z combined Also he is the greatest dancer of all time, better than BTS, Fred Astaire, Michael Jackson combined also he is the greatest songwriter of all time better than Bob Dylan, Beatles, Stevie Wonder combined also he is the most versatile singer of all time, Better than Mike Patton also he can sing in 6000 different languages fluently and 1000 of music genres also he has the widest range of all time (10 octaves), Wider than Tim Storms, Adam Lopez & Georgia Brown combined Also he can sing the highest note (G11) than any male of female singer in history, higher than Georgia Brown (G10). Also he can sing better and higher than any Female singer, Better than Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston and Aretha Franklin combined. Also he is the greatest classical and modern opera singer of all time, better than Maria Callas, Enrico Caruso & Luciano Pavarotti combined. Also he is the greatest music composer of all time, better than Mozart & Beethoven combined Also he is the greatest guitarist of all time, better than Jimi Hendrix & Eddie Van Halen combined I wish all musicians and singers should bow down to king of vocals DIMASH Dimash is immortal and invincible.

Layne Staley

Of those in consideration the obvious choice is Layne (at least for singing).

Layne and Vedder. Layne had the voice, Vedder had the energy and stage presence.

Layne Staley, no contest.

@adamdelaney6782

5 жыл бұрын

I think you spelt Eddie vedder wrong

@daisychainmilk

5 жыл бұрын

@@adamdelaney6782 naaah!! Even when Layne was near 90lbs with no teeth he could sing like no other! He was iconic and amazing! I love Eddie alot as a singer and person but Layne is definitely better!!!!

@jordandenny6875

5 жыл бұрын

Vocally, that argument could easily be made, but because of longevity and early influence he was a more "quintessential frontman" Yes I copied this (it's mine) from another thread

@juliantorres8818

5 жыл бұрын

It's obviously a contest

@Rekko82

5 жыл бұрын

Elton John.

Cornell and Staley had a wider range and could sing multiple genres. You can hear the blues and R&B influences in Soundgarden and Alice In Chains. Especially in Cornell’s solo work.

@lovingklimt

5 жыл бұрын

True, they were both able to sing in different genres. I couldn't say the same for Vedder and Kurt.

@isaackeithan5436

5 жыл бұрын

I would say the most versatile vocalist of the 90s was Scott Weiland, he could literally sing any style and any genre, but I'm not sure if he's 100% grunge, STP was always a grey area genre wise

@KurisuMuzik

5 жыл бұрын

Isaac Keithan definitely! He had a great range but I always thought STP was more alternative rock with a bit of post-glam rock attitude than grunge.

Kurt has such a presence though. Can’t argue with that.

@jdrobinson3468

2 жыл бұрын

Kurt was the best at melody and rhythms. He's a better song writer than all of them. Which is why Nirvana was so successful.

@MichaelBrown-rg8oi

2 жыл бұрын

@Stephen Hughes Thats because mainstream consumers today will eat whatever they put in front of them. But it wasn't as bad in the 90s as success from a financial, cultural, and influential standpoint Nirvana had a much bigger impact than the rest of them. Idk how you can argue that. Yes, you probably a lot of points that you would be right in that the other 3 were more musically talented and technical than Nirvana across the board but no doubt Nirvana was the most successful of the whole bunch.

@tee_swag

Жыл бұрын

@@jdrobinson3468 def. not better song writer if not, he had the most generic writing out of all the front men. Also, CC and Layne washes him when it comes to singing

LAYNE by a landslide!!! Staley was just a notch above unique!!!!

No one is better than each other, everyone had different rolls, but every who was important!! Chris, Layne, Scott, Andy, Eddie, Kurt, Mark...!!

Layne Staley is much better He was so creepy but so passionate at the same time

@jordandenny6875

5 жыл бұрын

Vocally, that argument could easily be made, but because of longevity and early influence he was a more "quintessential frontman"

@Footsoldier1234

5 жыл бұрын

Layne Stanley? You be trollin bro.

@krisfrederick5001

5 жыл бұрын

Everyone forgets it's the harmonization with Jerry that filled out that eerie sound.

I agree with most of the comments: while Chris has the most range and objective skill, there’s something else about Layne. It comes straight from his soul to your soul.

LAYNE STAYLE 💕 is the best singer, maybe not the best frontman, but the most perfect vocalist, hell yes!

Love all of them, but I’m gonna go with Chris.

@shaebear5239

5 жыл бұрын

Thats cool. But I would go for Layne.

@prometheuspredator7971

5 жыл бұрын

Me to. I so agree. Chris had a very versatile voice. His had a octave 4 voice range. That is extremely high. Most musicians and alot of opera singers can't get that high. I love Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, and Mother Love Bone, but Chris and Soundgarden is the upmost supreme to me. They are my favorite band of all time. Chris was a genius in all areas of his music. One of the best poets ever.

@aryfirnandy7970

5 жыл бұрын

saw Chris acoustic live a few years back, the best concert I ever saw, his voice was amazing and his guitar technique wasn’t bad either, man I was glad I’ve got to see that

@nicolasmartinez200

5 жыл бұрын

Chris para mi el mejor

@TheRealCowlick

5 жыл бұрын

@@prometheuspredator7971 4 octave range? My guitar barely has 4 octaves. Chris was awesome but 4 octaves is ridiculous...

Been saying this for years. Cornell was stage presence personified.

All of them were great but layne stayley made you feel somthing. You could hear and feel the pain and hurt in his voice and it was so haunting and beautiful. They were all amazing but layne was just diane beautiful

Chris Cornell. Anyone who can sing even just a little knows Chris is the best SINGER. Hands down. No question

It's got to be Layne Staley, this man could get to insane high and low notes with distorted voice so magically , and in combination with the passion he put on the perfomances ⚡⚡⚡

@CenterThePendulum

Жыл бұрын

Cornell had a larger range, Layne didn’t hit low notes. He’s a tenor, Chris a baritone.

Layne was the best. Chris was amazing too but he never made me feel what Layne could.

I’d call it a tie between Layne Staley and Chris Cornell.

@toad2117

3 жыл бұрын

Ehh I’d say Cornell beats Layne

@MrErock7

2 жыл бұрын

And I’d say Layne over Cornell.. tho I do love Cornell too. Layne live was simply untouchable.

@jdrobinson3468

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with your comment after really listening to soundgarden, audioslave and other by Chris Cornell. That man can really sing and has good range. It's hard for me to pick between them but both can sing better than Kurt and Eddie.

Chris has always been my favourite of the four. He was the best writer, of both music and lyrics, he was the most experimental, and he had the best stage presence. Of the big four he's really the only one who felt like a traditional rockstar in my opinion. "That guy [Chris] has the most beautiful fucking voice in rock." ~ Chester Bennington.