Top ten bands in any genre who are also vocalists

Who doesn’t like ‘Shoop Shoop’ bands? The Four Seasons, an iconic American rock and pop band, is known for their harmonized vocals and catchy tunes. With Frankie Valli's distinctive falsetto leading the way, they became a staple of 1960s music with hits like "Sherry” "Big Girls Don't Cry” and "Walk Like a Man”. The band's sound, blending rock, pop, and doo-wop, made them one of the best-selling musical groups of their time. Active primarily in the 1960s and 1970s, they continue to perform, with various incarnations of the band still touring, keeping their timeless music alive for new generations.

The Four Tops, legendary in the Motown scene, are celebrated for their soulful harmonies and powerful performances. With Levi Stubbs' emotive lead vocals, they delivered timeless hits like "I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)" and "Reach Out I'll Be There”. Their music, blending soul, R&B, and pop, left an indelible mark on the 1960s and 1970s music scene. The original members stayed together for over four decades, and although only one original member remains, the group continues to tour, honoring their rich musical legacy.

ABBA is a Swedish pop group formed in Stockholm in 1972, consisting of Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson, and Anni-Frid Lyngstad

The Temptations, another cornerstone of the Motown sound, are famous for their soulful harmonies and synchronized dance moves. Hits like "My Girl” "Ain't Too Proud to Beg” and "Just My Imagination" defined their career. Known for their intricate vocal arrangements and smooth choreography, they were most popular in the 1960s and 1970s. The group continues to perform with a rotating lineup, keeping their rich musical heritage alive.

The Black Eyed Peas, a dynamic hip-hop group, achieved global fame with their genre-blending music that incorporates hip-hop, pop, and dance elements. Known for hits like "Where Is the Love?" "I Gotta Feeling” and "Boom Boom Pow” they became one of the best-selling groups of the 2000s. Their energetic performances and innovative sound helped redefine mainstream music. Active since the mid-1990s, they continue to produce new music and tour although with some changes in the lineup over the years.

Hall and Oates is/was (depending on their on/off relationship) an American musical duo composed of Daryl Hall and John Oates. The duo achieved their greatest fame from the mid-1970s to the mid-1980s with a fusion of rock and roll and rhythm and blues.

The Eagles, one of the most successful American rock bands, epitomized the Southern California rock sound of the 1970s. Known for their harmonious vocals and classic hits like "Hotel California” "Take It Easy” and "Desperado” they became one of the world's best-selling bands. Their music, blending rock, country, and folk, achieved massive commercial success and critical acclaim. They cultivated their cowboy ‘outlaw’ image. Despite breakups and reunions, the band continues to perform, with founding members Don Henley and Joe Walsh leading the charge, ensuring their legacy endures.

The Isley Brothers, formed in the 1950s, are an iconic American musical family group known for their enduring influence on R&B, soul, and funk. With a career spanning over six decades, the Isleys have continually reinvented their sound, blending genres and pioneering new musical styles.

Songs:

1. Summer Breeze
2. Harvest for the World

Surf’s Up! The Beach Boys, the quintessential American rock band, captured the essence of California's surf culture with their harmonious and innovative sound. Known for classics like "Good Vibrations” "Surfin' USA” and "Wouldn't It Be Nice” they became pioneers of the "California Sound”. Formed in the early 1960s, their music evolved from surf rock to more complex and symphonic pieces. Despite internal strife and lineup changes, The Beach Boys continue to perform, with Brian Wilson and Mike Love often leading separate tours, celebrating their enduring impact on popular music.

The Carpenters, a sibling family duo featuring Karen and Richard Carpenter, created some of the most memorable soft rock and pop music of the 1970s. Known for Karen's warm, soothing voice and Richard's musical arrangements, their hits include "Close to You” "We've Only Just Begun” and "Rainy Days and Mondays”. Their emotionally resonant music and flawless harmonies made them immensely popular. Tragically, Karen's untimely death in 1983 ended their collaboration, but Richard continues to preserve their legacy through various projects.