Top Vocalists - #10
I decided to do my Top 10 Vocalists (In No Particular Order!)! So here's the first installment. Who is it?....
Tony Kakko - Sonata Arctica.
I'm not into the power metal genre at all. In fact, I know very little Scandinavian music in general. But I heard Sonata Arctica years and years ago and was pretty affected by his voice. There's something very pure and unique to it, beyond his accent. I think their songs are near perfection-- all the instruments, the melodies, everything-- and I'm not one for noticing these things. But, above all, I can't get enough of his voice. I think it's beautiful, and I think his heavy accent just adds to it.
My Top 3 Vocal Performances (bearing in mind I'm still a new Sonata Arctica fan and have yet to delve into their full discography)
1. Letter to Dana.
I decided to pick a more accessable song as the first track for Tony. Fan of power metal or not, I think most people can appreciate this song. Plus, ballads are always good for showcasing voices that embody purity and perfection, right?
Click to view2. Wolf & Raven
If you would please humor me and listen through this whole song, and in the end still aren't impressed by this man's voice, you can kindly see a doctor to figure out what the actual fuck is wrong with your hearing.
3. Full Moon
Continue to be amazed, because he needs no further commentary.
Thanks for listening to (and hopefully enjoying!) the first installment in another one of my Top Whatever Lists!