as in singers
one who sings
hired a vocalist for their jazz band
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Recent Examples of vocalists
Known for his work with jazz, blues and bluegrass vocalists such as Jackie Ryan, Maria Muldaur, and Kathy Kallick, Burr is one of the Bay Area’s most versatile accompanists.
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Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
As fans stood for the opening run, a sprawling 23-piece backing ensemble — including six band members, eight backing vocalists plus returning Church muse Joanna Cotten, and a mini-orchestra with four horns and four strings — some swayed.
—Theoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 6 Apr. 2026
Come for the jazz—from Grammy Award-winning bassists to young powerhouse vocalists—but stay for the chic atmosphere.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026
Background vocalists are Sara Gallo, Polanco Jones and Kristina Leopold, with Tess Marshall, Brad Greer and Kyle Ramar Freeman as understudies.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2026
One of the vocalists, John Pagano, toured with Bacharach for many years.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
The timing aligns with Women’s History Month, and the pairing merges two of their generation’s most talented vocalists.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 25 Mar. 2026
Ingram was one of more than 20 Texas and Americana artists to show up for a festival that culminated in a two-hour tribute set by guest vocalists backed by a six-piece house band.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 21 Mar. 2026
Hozier has since listed her alongside Aretha Franklin and Brandy in his top-five vocalists, and a minor cottage industry of YouTube streamers and vocal coaches now pores over her live footage.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2026
Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
As fans stood for the opening run, a sprawling 23-piece backing ensemble — including six band members, eight backing vocalists plus returning Church muse Joanna Cotten, and a mini-orchestra with four horns and four strings — some swayed.
—Theoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 6 Apr. 2026
Come for the jazz—from Grammy Award-winning bassists to young powerhouse vocalists—but stay for the chic atmosphere.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026
Background vocalists are Sara Gallo, Polanco Jones and Kristina Leopold, with Tess Marshall, Brad Greer and Kyle Ramar Freeman as understudies.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2026
One of the vocalists, John Pagano, toured with Bacharach for many years.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
The timing aligns with Women’s History Month, and the pairing merges two of their generation’s most talented vocalists.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 25 Mar. 2026
Ingram was one of more than 20 Texas and Americana artists to show up for a festival that culminated in a two-hour tribute set by guest vocalists backed by a six-piece house band.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 21 Mar. 2026
Hozier has since listed her alongside Aretha Franklin and Brandy in his top-five vocalists, and a minor cottage industry of YouTube streamers and vocal coaches now pores over her live footage.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vocalists
singers
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The singers also rocked out in solo shows in the Panorama Lounge; many passengers were up on their feet dancing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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His band often swelled to more than 30 members (including backup singers and dancers) and featured two bass guitars and two baritone saxophones.—
Ian Brennan,
NPR,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Vocalists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vocalists. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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