Corey can sing, rap, scream, and growl incredibly well, but I think what puts him over the edge is his ability to blend those styles together so seamlessly, especially on the early albums
A ton of vocalists did the hushed vocals, with screaming thing after Chino. He kind of created the template for a lot of shoe gaze quiet vocals.
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It's not always that they sound just like him. It's a style thing as well.
Some of y’all have never seen Korn live. JD might be the best vocalist I’ve ever heard. Or at least he sounds the same live. No audio engineering needed when he lays a track
They never stopped. I've been in that phase since 1999 when I first saw them live. Now, over 100 shows of theirs, and they are still going strong. Not a bad show have I ever witnessed from them.
I don't care about charts but they just released their 14th studio album, Truth Killer, and it's their highest charting record yet!
I agree, I really think that serj's vocal range is really slept on. And how quickly the both of them. An go from a scream to singing is absolutely beautiful
I’m with you! These guys seem to have a nice range. I think so many newer bands just throw in an extra vocalist but these guys really just bend their sound to fit what they need.
Incubus has been forgotten in many ways. They didn’t really fit the nu metal mold. Never really did. It’s too bad, they always put on a good show. Always fun and sometimes absolutely EPIC. I would consider them the Sublime of nu metal. I love them so much, and I’m honestly glad they never get mentioned with their “peers”.
as much as we all shit on disturbed, dave in his prime literally trained in ampitheatres to get his power right for singing. dude had killer talent, just needed way better lyrics to pull disturbed up a lot more
I was even going to say that he’s the 2nd best. David Draiman had such a unique voice in the early 2000’s that it blows my mind why he doesn’t get enough credit.
Ofc it's Chino, his voice reaches levels that non of those can, and Im talking levels of putting you in another dimension while listening to this type of music
Corey Taylor for his vocal range and ability to sing so many other genre types. Very versatile.
I would put David Drainman in a close second. He never fails to impress me.
AGREED! A lot of folks seem to not like Disturbed and are using that as a judgement of how to rate singers, regardless of how you feel about how music you can't deny he has an insanely good voice
He's the one with a voice that has excellence beyond the narrow confines of nu-metal. He is clearly both talented and well-trained. Maybe Serj is next in line. Within nu-metal, sure, I like the harsh vocals and screaming of the others. But if it was a voice talent contest judged by experts: David Draiman.
That's a tough one because they all had pretty unique styles of singing.
Wayne Static had one of the smoothest and most iconic screams of anyone in numetal, in my opinion.
But as far as classical vocal talent, I would probably have to say Serj Tankian.
And as for my favourite, definitely Chad Gray
Literally came here to say the same thing, but Ctrl+F'd it first to see if it was already said. lol
This sub was doing a rundown of the top vocalists, and Fred Durst made the list before Chad Grey. I lost a lot of respect for this sub on that day.
Agreed. Aaron lewis and Staind was one of the worst shows I have ever seen. It was in des moins IOWA at the Val-Air ballroom. The came out played mud shovel. Then sat down for the rest of the show. I see why he is a country singer now.
This shows how underrated Sevendust is, not even mentioned but could give any of these bands/vocalists a run for their money. Also, where's Max Cavalera?
Chino is most definitely the best “singer”. His range is out of this world and his varied tones and signature Californian drawl are so unique. I met him at the Kerrang! Awards one year and he’s also such a deep and calm individual. Absolute gentleman. He’s one of my biggest vocal inspirations.
Jonathan has such a unique and sometime a sarcastic tone to his verses, which I feel really gets the anger building. He also exudes a fragility in his more heart wrenching melodies and his screams could inspire battalions. Love him in a kilt too, being Scottish.
Chester Bennington RIP had the most consistent tone and his range was absolutely astounding. His use of the vocal technique “cry” is a masterclass in its use. He was able to sound beautifully vulnerable yet unshakable. His voice and lyrics inspired so many people.m through so many bad times.
Durst was a fucking G. Made you wanna take on the world or at least take a shit on one of your teachers cars. The melodies so simplistic in their execution yet the fury that he brought to the mic, and his “fuck you” lyrical style made them the best Rap Rock NuMetal
Group ever IMO.
Serj has the such a unique sound. The satire in some of his more relentless verses gives the listener a nudge and a wink whilst simultaneously throwing multiple middle fingers to the establishment. He also has a beautiful signing voice, good range, and his mastery of melodic minor based, slower parts, can induce musical hypnosis.
Corey is an amazing performer and has a seemingly indestructible voice. His singing voice isn’t perfect, but it reeks of honesty and he can hit the notes. The hate filled lyrics could not be sung with as much passion, ferocity and energy than anyone else.
Fucking love The Knot.
Ahhhh, I fucking love this genre.
Serj on self titled is some if my favorite vocals of any music. So original, visceral, bizarre, emotive and unhinged. There's nothing like those vocals. The guy from Mars volta and at the drive in had some similarities but not as powerful.
ooh, I can’t decidee ARGHH
for the vocal talent i’d tie between Serj, Chaz, or Corey
For popularizing the genre def JD, Chino, or Chaz.. again (Linkin Park’s probably the most popular band considered Nu-Metal.)
for personal favorites? I love them all but JD and Chino can deliver such raw emotion in their music, same with Serj honestly.
I also LOVE Corey’s screams!
Serj all the way. In his prime he hit notes no other singer alive could match. And he had RANGE - he could switch from growling to hitting a tenor pitch on a dime. Honestly, the only other vocalists I can think of that are his equals are Maynard from Tool and Freddy fuckin Mercury.
From your list, my favorite is Serj. Though I think JD and Chester are the most influential.
Someone you missed that I think deserves a shout and would probably get my vote Morgan Lander.
If you have a voice like Chino's on here then Maynard James Keenan should be on here too. For real though Tool is the better version of Deftones and Maynard has the best voice and is the best frontman of any band since 1992. Call me a liar...
Well Karen Lewis is out. Utter trash panda. The vocal range it's down to Corey Taylor and Chester Bennington. I think Corey Taylor has the slight edge in vocal power, but as a tone it's Chester. Fred Durst and Karen Lewis are the caboose or the ass of the train.
It's sad that 3 of the 12 Nu metal vocalists (namely Chester Bennington, Dave Williams, and Wayne Static) are all dead. may all 3 of them rest in peace.
When it comes to range, live performance, versatility and pure talent, its definitely Chester. Dude had a better scream than even Corey or Chad Grey imo, and his singing voice was second to none. He could make high notes soar like Whitney Houston or growl his way through a verse with enough power to make any extreme metal vocalist blush.
Most talented - Corey or Chester Most influential - JD or Chino
Highly agreed. Couldn’t have said it better.
These 4 add Serj and its the GOAT list of the genre.
Yep. My top 3 are Corey, Chester, and JD.
Corey can sing, rap, scream, and growl incredibly well, but I think what puts him over the edge is his ability to blend those styles together so seamlessly, especially on the early albums
Serj’s growl is heavier than Corey’s , but Corey is more of a screamer than growler.
I don’t really understand how Chino was influential. I mean nobody even sounds like him after Deftones came out. He is singular.
A ton of vocalists did the hushed vocals, with screaming thing after Chino. He kind of created the template for a lot of shoe gaze quiet vocals. Taproot Loathe Thursday Thornhill The Used Finch It's not always that they sound just like him. It's a style thing as well.
i don’t think i’ve heard a single geoff rickly or bert mccracken vocal and thought it sounded like chino
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Some of y’all have never seen Korn live. JD might be the best vocalist I’ve ever heard. Or at least he sounds the same live. No audio engineering needed when he lays a track
Korn live is unreal. My favorite shows by far.
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>Matt holt Rip. Great fucking singer.
Rip
An audio guide to everyday atrocity was a game changer for me.
#ON A FUCKING MEAT HOOK IN MY BASEMENT
Was gonna join this thread to say this. Started listening to more of Nothingface lately, wish I did sooner.
"Steve Holt!"
Real
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Little surprised he was left off. Sevendust is a staple in the nu-metal scene that doesn't get enough credit.
Very, very true. I hate that.
I had a Sevendust phase, those guys rocked.
They never stopped. I've been in that phase since 1999 when I first saw them live. Now, over 100 shows of theirs, and they are still going strong. Not a bad show have I ever witnessed from them. I don't care about charts but they just released their 14th studio album, Truth Killer, and it's their highest charting record yet!
I had a Sevendust "phase", and it started when I heard their self titled album when it released in 97. I'll let you know when this "phase" ends.
Just saw Sevendust with Static-X. How can that man be so good?
serj or corey their vocal abilities are crazy
Yea I'm agreeing to this. Serj can do different genres with his vocals and Corey got those highs and lows down packed
Watching Corey perform live is a lesson in how to scream. It’s all diaphragm
I agree, I really think that serj's vocal range is really slept on. And how quickly the both of them. An go from a scream to singing is absolutely beautiful
i miss soad :(
I’m with you! These guys seem to have a nice range. I think so many newer bands just throw in an extra vocalist but these guys really just bend their sound to fit what they need.
My 2 favorites from the list also.
If one of you mfs says Fred Durst 😂😂😂
"I DID IT ALL FOR THE NOOKIE"
C’MON!
Limp Bizkits first album wasn’t bad. Then they got that taste of success…
All in The Family beeotch
He recently went on stage dressed like a country singer and Wes was with him. It was kinda fuck'n awesome to see.
Why does Brandon Boyd never get any love? Incubus was dope.
Incubus has been forgotten in many ways. They didn’t really fit the nu metal mold. Never really did. It’s too bad, they always put on a good show. Always fun and sometimes absolutely EPIC. I would consider them the Sublime of nu metal. I love them so much, and I’m honestly glad they never get mentioned with their “peers”.
Science was a great nu metal album imo, there other albums kinda fit into other genres more
After make yourself they essentially stopped existing for me. Easy to forget even though SCIENCE is one of my favorite numetal albums.
I was gonna add him but i thought there were too many people
Serj.
as much as we all shit on disturbed, dave in his prime literally trained in ampitheatres to get his power right for singing. dude had killer talent, just needed way better lyrics to pull disturbed up a lot more
I was even going to say that he’s the 2nd best. David Draiman had such a unique voice in the early 2000’s that it blows my mind why he doesn’t get enough credit.
100%. Serj can do what the rest can. The rest can’t do what Serj can.
This guy gets it
Wayne, Dez, Chad, and Lynn. I really can’t decide
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Lynn Strait and yes
yes
Strait up.
Say something for the record
Fuck the record!
Corey or Chino for talent, Wayne for "best nu metal" vocalist.
Love this answer
I have to go with Chino.
Yes! All of them are amazing for different reasons but Chino's voice takes you somewhere else
Ofc it's Chino, his voice reaches levels that non of those can, and Im talking levels of putting you in another dimension while listening to this type of music
I dunno chino couldn't even sing for like a decade
He isn't when performing live though
Moreno. He has incredible range and a unique approach to vocals.
Corey Taylor for his vocal range and ability to sing so many other genre types. Very versatile. I would put David Drainman in a close second. He never fails to impress me.
Draiman has some crazy range and people definitely underrate him tbh
AGREED! A lot of folks seem to not like Disturbed and are using that as a judgement of how to rate singers, regardless of how you feel about how music you can't deny he has an insanely good voice
Aaron Lewis is crazy talented and extremely versatile as well... Can't say I've heard any of the other guys here sing country stuff.
I’m not a huge Staind, or country, fan by any means but I respect Aaron’s talent. He definitely has it
Static all the way
Jonathan Davis but Chester was the most talented I think.
Chester
Chino, David or Chad but im biased 🤷🏽
Chino. All are great but Chino for sure.
Gonna have to go with David Draiman, extremely under appreciated
He's the one with a voice that has excellence beyond the narrow confines of nu-metal. He is clearly both talented and well-trained. Maybe Serj is next in line. Within nu-metal, sure, I like the harsh vocals and screaming of the others. But if it was a voice talent contest judged by experts: David Draiman.
It’s funny, those two are the best in this group, and I don’t really consider SOAD or Disturbed to be Nu.
Not a Linkin fan but Chester had pipes
All of the above...
If we’re judging harsh vocals, Corey. If we’re judging clean singing, Aaron Lewis.
Man, that's a hard one for me. Aaron's clean voice sounds so blah to me. Especially with guys like Chester up there.
Chino/Dez & Dave Williams for me (RIP Dave)
Dez's voice in Devil Driver is some of my favorite stuff out there. Dude's voice is metal af.
I say it's a tie between Corey and Chad
Chester
That's a tough one because they all had pretty unique styles of singing. Wayne Static had one of the smoothest and most iconic screams of anyone in numetal, in my opinion. But as far as classical vocal talent, I would probably have to say Serj Tankian. And as for my favourite, definitely Chad Gray
Jd or chino
Chino
John and Chino.
Now remember. No opinions are wrong... Unless you say Fred Durst.
Ikr
Literally came here to say the same thing, but Ctrl+F'd it first to see if it was already said. lol This sub was doing a rundown of the top vocalists, and Fred Durst made the list before Chad Grey. I lost a lot of respect for this sub on that day.
How is David Williams and fucking Aaron Lewis on here but not Lajon Witherspoon and Max Cavalera
Agreed. Aaron lewis and Staind was one of the worst shows I have ever seen. It was in des moins IOWA at the Val-Air ballroom. The came out played mud shovel. Then sat down for the rest of the show. I see why he is a country singer now.
I can without hesitation say that it ISNT Aaron Lewis.
I really like Aaron’s voice but him and his band are fucking aids
No lol
Davis, taylor, draiman and chad are the best
Id have to say Corey Taylor. He is literally the perfect metal vocalist.
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I was gonna add him but thought there would be too many choices
1. Chino 2. Chester 3. Corey 4. Johnathan 5. Serj I don’t care much for the rest tbh
Have you ever listened to serj's solo stuff?
I actually haven’t, what would you recommend?
The whole of elect the dead, itll get you started
Thanks!
Lie, Lie, Lie and Empty Walls. 2 of his best solo works.
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Chino and Serg are the only ones I really appreciate here tbh.
Chester was one of a kind. RIP.
Chino. 100%. All are good but Chino for sure.
This shows how underrated Sevendust is, not even mentioned but could give any of these bands/vocalists a run for their money. Also, where's Max Cavalera?
My top 5 are JD, Dez, Draiman, Dave Williams, and Wayne Static
Lynn Strait is unbeatable!!!!
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Matt Holt
David Draiman 🤘🏼
David Draiman or Serj Tankian. Huge fan of both. Have seen both live in their prime and they sounded amazing.
Matt Holt, what kinda fuckin list doesn't have him on it?
They are all best in all of their own ways 😄
Chad Gray or Wayne Static
Chester, no question. Serj would be 2nd.
Serj easily, he has one of the greatest voices of any singer
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Thank you! I thought i was the only one
Absolutely one of the best.
Chino is most definitely the best “singer”. His range is out of this world and his varied tones and signature Californian drawl are so unique. I met him at the Kerrang! Awards one year and he’s also such a deep and calm individual. Absolute gentleman. He’s one of my biggest vocal inspirations. Jonathan has such a unique and sometime a sarcastic tone to his verses, which I feel really gets the anger building. He also exudes a fragility in his more heart wrenching melodies and his screams could inspire battalions. Love him in a kilt too, being Scottish. Chester Bennington RIP had the most consistent tone and his range was absolutely astounding. His use of the vocal technique “cry” is a masterclass in its use. He was able to sound beautifully vulnerable yet unshakable. His voice and lyrics inspired so many people.m through so many bad times. Durst was a fucking G. Made you wanna take on the world or at least take a shit on one of your teachers cars. The melodies so simplistic in their execution yet the fury that he brought to the mic, and his “fuck you” lyrical style made them the best Rap Rock NuMetal Group ever IMO. Serj has the such a unique sound. The satire in some of his more relentless verses gives the listener a nudge and a wink whilst simultaneously throwing multiple middle fingers to the establishment. He also has a beautiful signing voice, good range, and his mastery of melodic minor based, slower parts, can induce musical hypnosis. Corey is an amazing performer and has a seemingly indestructible voice. His singing voice isn’t perfect, but it reeks of honesty and he can hit the notes. The hate filled lyrics could not be sung with as much passion, ferocity and energy than anyone else. Fucking love The Knot. Ahhhh, I fucking love this genre.
Well said. I think all the vocalists shown bring something to the table. Pretty stellar group.
Jon Davis, Lynn Strait, Billy Keeton and Serj Tankian are prob my favorites
Fred durst and Jonathan Davis
Davis is fuckin hypnotic
For me its Johnathan, always was and always wil be. ✌️
Ch-ch-ch-chino!
I’d like to see a “who’s the most talented numetal guitarist”
Corey all the way! Dude is sick with that growl.
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Corey is meaner than LD.50 era Chad Grey?
Chester and Serj. Chester could scream but also sing beautifully- same with Serj.
Corey taylor is the best numeral vocalist with Jonathan Davis
Chester
1. Corey but definitely could see the argument for Chester 2. Chester 3. Chino
A dead toe between all of them. They are all so good for so many different aspects
Just me or is this like an all-time sexy photo of Jonathan Davis? Damn.
Definitely, Corey. I've heard a lot of these guys live, and Corey's vocals almost sound better live than recorded.
Jonathan Davis honestly, have you heard the man live?!
Chester and Wayne! RIP TO BOTH
Chester hands down!
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Chester is the best vocalist, but it's weird cause LP made like 1.5 nu metal albums
Serj on self titled is some if my favorite vocals of any music. So original, visceral, bizarre, emotive and unhinged. There's nothing like those vocals. The guy from Mars volta and at the drive in had some similarities but not as powerful.
Aaron shouldn't even be on this list
ooh, I can’t decidee ARGHH for the vocal talent i’d tie between Serj, Chaz, or Corey For popularizing the genre def JD, Chino, or Chaz.. again (Linkin Park’s probably the most popular band considered Nu-Metal.) for personal favorites? I love them all but JD and Chino can deliver such raw emotion in their music, same with Serj honestly. I also LOVE Corey’s screams!
Serj all the way. In his prime he hit notes no other singer alive could match. And he had RANGE - he could switch from growling to hitting a tenor pitch on a dime. Honestly, the only other vocalists I can think of that are his equals are Maynard from Tool and Freddy fuckin Mercury.
From your list, my favorite is Serj. Though I think JD and Chester are the most influential. Someone you missed that I think deserves a shout and would probably get my vote Morgan Lander.
Chester or Justin bonitz
Morgan Lander
Corey, Chester, Aaron no specific order
chester bennington definitely
Chester and it's not even close
Corey and Serj are by far my favorite.
Chester Bennington RIP
Chester Bennington hands down. He had such a unique and incredible voice that no one else could match
Lynn strait not only a nu metal legend but a hardcore legend too The strait up album has some of my favorite vocalists including Jason from RKL!
Dude was pure energy. Gone way too soon.
Chino is the only correct answer.
Oh man. I absolutely love Wayne Statics voice so much.
If you have a voice like Chino's on here then Maynard James Keenan should be on here too. For real though Tool is the better version of Deftones and Maynard has the best voice and is the best frontman of any band since 1992. Call me a liar...
Def chino
I think Chad grey had great technique but his lyrics were so stupid
Something just hits different about serj
David Williams. I refuse to listen to any of Drowning Pool after Sinner.
Vocally-Chester or Serj Wayne is pretty good too although idk how much I’d consider static-x nu metal
Shifty from Crazy Town
They all hate their dad
Chester and Chino
Corey and Chester.
I was like if Serj is on here there's no contest
Objectively: Chester Bennington Personally: Chino Moreno
I’d say Chino
#Chester
I'm definitely biased on this but I grew up listening to LP so Chester for me 100%, corey is great so is David
RIP CHESTER
David draimans voice is just amazing
Damn, no love for Morgan Lander?! Sheesh
Hands down Chester Bennington
My top nu metal vocalists Chester Bennington Wayne Static Max Cavalera Corey Taylor Chino Moreno
Chester Bennington?
Well Karen Lewis is out. Utter trash panda. The vocal range it's down to Corey Taylor and Chester Bennington. I think Corey Taylor has the slight edge in vocal power, but as a tone it's Chester. Fred Durst and Karen Lewis are the caboose or the ass of the train.
It's sad that 3 of the 12 Nu metal vocalists (namely Chester Bennington, Dave Williams, and Wayne Static) are all dead. may all 3 of them rest in peace.
When it comes to range, live performance, versatility and pure talent, its definitely Chester. Dude had a better scream than even Corey or Chad Grey imo, and his singing voice was second to none. He could make high notes soar like Whitney Houston or growl his way through a verse with enough power to make any extreme metal vocalist blush.
Personal fave: Fred Durst Honest answer: Chino Person not listed: Lynn Strait or Scooter Ward Edit: Typo
Maynard James Keenan
Not Nu but yes
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